If you like the standard Toyota Prius, then you may love the plug-in hybrid variety. This vehicle is based on the third generation model, but provides even greater fuel efficiency as it makes use of its electric battery longer, for up to the first 15 miles of your drive. This model delivers the equivalent of 95 mpg or 50 mpg when operating in full hybrid mode. Priced from $32,000, the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In is one of the more affordable alternative vehicles on the market.
Hybrid System
The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid is powered by a 1.8-liter four cylinder engine that makes 98 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 105 foot-pounds of torque at 4,000 rpm. This model offers a net 134 horsepower. Toyota pairs this engine with a continuously variable transmission.
The Toyota gas engine runs on the fuel-efficient Atkinson cycle, and a motor generator turns the front wheels when operating in electric-only mode. The Prius Plug-In features a lithium-ion battery pack for electric storage.
Fuel Economy
The fuel economy of plug-in models is based on estimates to give an equivalent real-world fuel measurement to traditional vehicles. The Prius Plug-In achieves the equivalent of 95 mpg in electric-only mode and 50 mpg in hybrid mode. With its 10.6-gallon fuel tank, this model has a cruising range in excess of 500 miles.
Model Dimensions
The five-passenger Toyota Prius Plug-In sits on a 106.3-inch wheelbase. This model is 176.4 inches long, 68.7 inches wide and 58.7 inches tall. Total passenger volume comes in at 93.7 cubic feet. Cargo volume measures 21.6 cubic feet. This Prius weighs from 3,165 pounds.
Front head room measure 38.6 inches; rear head room is 37.6 inches. Front leg room is 42.5 inches; rear leg room is 36.0 inches. Front shoulder room is 54.9 inches; rear shoulder room is 53.1 inches. Front hip room measures 52.7 inches; rear hip room is 51.2 inches.
Model Highlights
Every Prius Plug-In model comes equipped with 15-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels that are set within all-season tires. This model features power folding side mirrors, projector-beam headlamps, LED tail and stop lamps, a rear spoiler and intermittent wipers.
Inside, this model offers a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, climate control, power windows, remote keyless entry, push button start, storage compartments and bottle holders, two 12-volt auxiliary outlets, a 120-volt outlet, cruise control, a cargo tonneau over and an audio system.
Also available is a premium navigation system, Entune telematics and safety features such as dynamic radar cruise control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a HomeLink universal transceiver and heated front seats.
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