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Toyota Prius News, Reviews and Pricing (Page 15)

Toyota Prius News, Reviews and Pricing

Read the latest news about the all models of Toyota Prius hybrid car. It can be hard to believe, but the Toyota Prius has over 19 years in the U.S. market today. What started out with an odd looking compact sedan, has evolved into a story of success like no other. Toyota Prius first became popular in Japan back in 1997 before the launch in the U.S. in 2000. Prius quickly became a crowd favorite especially after the launch of the second generation in 2004. Now Prius is selling well all over the world because the word is out about, reliability, fuel economy, and class leading technology that sets them apart as a leader in industry.

The Prius Lineup includes three top sellers, the Prius C, Prius V, and the beautiful Prius Prime vehicles. The new Prius AWD e is the newest model which offers an all wheel drive system for the first time. All models include a Toyota original THS or Toyota Hybrid System that has revolutionized the hybrid and electric vehicle market we see today.

Here at Torque News, we cover Prius extensively and have the latest reviews on each model. Here’s a list of the Prius lineup and U.S. pricing for each model. Pricing does not include delivery and destination charges. Destination and Delivery may vary in some states. Check our current reviews of each model for specific trim levels and check back daily for the latest Toyota news.

Toyota Prius Models

  • L Eco - $23,770 starting
  • LE - $24,980 starting
  • XLE - $27,820 starting
  • Limited - $32,200 starting
  • LE AWD-e - $26,380 starting
  • XLE AWD-e - $28,820 starting
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By John Goreham on
Since 2018, Toyota’s American-market green vehicle deliveries have outpaced Tesla’s by a remarkable amount. Here is a detailed at look at why.
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Green car shoppers looking for a deal on a used hybrid or electric vehicle should shop this week.
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If you have ever wanted to know about what engine oil you should use in your car, grab a pen and pad.
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By John Goreham on
Consumer Reports names the Toyota Prius the most reliable vehicle.
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2008 Blue Toyota Prius Front
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By Peter Neilson on
If you have not winterized your Toyota Prius, take a look at the hybrid guy checklist of things to do.
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By Peter Neilson on
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By John Goreham on
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2007 Toyota Prius Touring Red Front Shot
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By Peter Neilson on
You know what I like better than an underdog story? A hero story. Here is how Green Bean, a huge company is taking care of their customers in the midst of hybrid battery failure.
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Forget about the stigma of diesel, the technology is solid. The problem is we will never see it in the U.S.
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By John Goreham on
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By John Goreham on
If you have a Toyota Prius with the tire pressure warning light on, here is what to do and why it came on.
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By Peter Neilson on
Fuel economy is almost everything when it comes to owning a Prius. With time and age we tend to lost that peak mileage we once hailed as the reason we drove our cars. Learn how my 12 year old Prius is still alive and getting 50 miles per gallon.
Gen 3 and Gen 2 Toyota Prius blue and gray
If I Could Choose A Recall For Toyota Prius What Would It Be?
By Peter Neilson on
While there are many recalls and service campaigns on Prius of all years. So if I had got to choose my recall, what would it be? I dug in only to get surprised about what Toyota has already been doing.
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We conducted polls of green vehicle owners and found to our surprise that only about half would want a solar roof that adds 2 miles of electric driving range per day.
2008 Red Toyota Prius
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By Peter Neilson on
With Toyota Prius pushing mostly lithim-ion packs these days, I asked my self this question. What is the lifespan of a Li-ion Prius battery going to be like?
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By John Goreham on
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2010 Toyota Prius Engine bay
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