January 2010 Archives

By Sam Moses [NewCarTestDrive]

Here's an overview of the models and specifications for the 2010 Prius.

By Sam Moses [NewCarTestDrive]

For 2010, the new four-cylinder engine goes from 1.5 to 1.8 liters, and horsepower increases from 76 to 98. Combined with the electric motors, there's a total of 134. The larger engine provides more torque, allowing the Prius to maintain freeway speeds at lower rpm, boosting fuel mileage. It's an Atkinson Cycle engine (different valve timing and breathing). CO2 emissions have been reduced from a score that already tops the charts.

By Sam Moses [NewCarTestDrive]

There are significant changes in the styling of the new 2010 Prius, all of them good we think, resulting in a sleeker car.

All-new version more refined, more efficient. 
By Sam Moses [NewCarTestDrive]

The all-new 2010 Toyota Prius offers no surprises, just significant improvement. It's sleeker and better looking, and more powerful while delivering an EPA-rated 51/48 mpg City/Highway, up by 3 miles per gallon.