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Toyota Prius News, Reviews and Pricing (Page 24)

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
Toyota adds AWD to Prius for 2019.
All-Wheel Drive Prius With Robust Winter Battery And More Cargo Capacity Than Many Crossovers Revealed For 2019
By John Goreham on November 28, 2018 - 9:46AM
Toyota's new AWD-e Prius will hit the market in 2019 with more capacity than a Mazda CX-5 or Subaru Crosstrek.
Will Toyota cut the Prius c from its lineup?
Will Toyota Axe The Prius c? We Argue Both Sides And Ask For Your Prediction
By John Goreham on November 26, 2018 - 7:49PM
Toyota is planning to cut some models from its vast lineup. All will be cars that are not selling well. Will the Prius c be one of those that gets the boot?
Corolla hybrid joins Toyota's Prius for the 2020 model year.
Toyota's New 2020 Corolla Will Come As A Hybrid - Here's What That Means For Prius
By John Goreham on November 19, 2018 - 3:39PM
Toyota's top-selling compact vehicle line will now cast shade on the top-selling green car in the world. In light of the new Corolla, what can we expect from the Prius in years ahead?
How Toyota's Prius AWD system works.
How The Toyota Prius All-Wheel Drive System Works
By John Goreham on November 9, 2018 - 1:51PM
Toyota's recent teaser leads us to think it will add all-wheel drive to the Prius for 2019. Here is how that system will work.
Toyota hints at 2019 Prius with all-wheel drive
Toyota Teases All-Wheel Drive Prius For 2019
By John Goreham on November 8, 2018 - 8:59AM
Is Toyota adding all-wheel-drive capability to the Prius for 2019? It certainly seems that way.
Toyota Prius has lowest depreciation of any green vehicle.
Report: Toyota Prius Models Have The Best Retained Value Among All Green Vehicles
By John Goreham on October 12, 2018 - 2:04PM
Another report validates what Toyota Prius fans already know - Their car retains its value better than any green car or electric vehicle.
New Toyota recall may validate some Prius concerns.
Does Newest Prius Recall Validate Toyota Dealer's Stop-Sale And Lawsuit?
By John Goreham on October 9, 2018 - 12:53PM
Toyota is recalling the Prius for the third time for the same issue. An earlier story on this topic now seems timely.
Can you beleive the people in this Prius survived?
The Occupants Of This Toyota Prius Squished By A Tractor Trailer Are OK
By John Goreham on October 1, 2018 - 4:35PM
Amazingly, the adult and two children who were in this almost unrecognizable car escaped with minor injuries.
Sierra Club lists Toyota Prius Prime among 6 Best EVs.
2018 Toyota Prius Prime Plug-In Tops Sierra Club List of Best EVs
By John Goreham on September 25, 2018 - 1:35PM
A new list published by the Sierra Club of the 6 best EVs in America starts with the Toyota Prius Prime.
Array of BEV and PHEV cars from Tesla, Chevy, and Sono Motors
EVs On California HOV Lanes: Where All Plug-Ins are not the Same
By Al Castro on September 24, 2018 - 11:31AM
ANALYSIS AND OPINION: One of the fringe benefits of golden state citizenry is you get exemption from occupancy rules on California HOV lanes if you drive some kind of electric plug-in. But lately too many single occupant cars are clogging up the lane. They need to narrow the criteria. They started by asking WHO should be allowed access? Instead, maybe Californians need to start a national conversation with a reset to ask exactly: WHAT KIND OF ELECTRIC CAR should have access?
Report: Toyota to transfer key technology to Chinese partners.
Report: Toyota To Partner With Chinese Companies & Transfer Prius Technology
By John Goreham on September 18, 2018 - 12:43PM
Bloomberg reports that Toyota plans to transfer the key technology that makes the Prius so special to its future Chinese partners.
The Prius will not be the top-selling hybrid in 2019.
The Top-Selling 2019 Hybrid Model Sold In America Will Get 22 MPG - Why Prius Owners Should Smile
By John Goreham on September 13, 2018 - 3:39PM
The Toyota Prius is about to be outsold in a huge way by a hybrid vehicle from out of the blue. Here's why we see a lot of good i that.
Which used car sells fastest?
Green Cars Sell Fastest On Used Car Lots, But Which Is the Fastest-Selling Of All? Here's a Hint, It's Not A Tesla
By John Goreham on September 10, 2018 - 2:58PM
A new study finds that green cars sell the quickest in the used market. Tesla has a car on the list, but it's not the one that sells quickest. See where your favorites rank.
Toyota Prius Prime is top-selling affordable EV.
Toyota Prius Prime Remains Top-Selling Affordable EV Despite Tesla Model 3 Disruption
By John Goreham on September 6, 2018 - 12:02PM
Toyota's Prius Prime Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle sales continue to grow, despite Tesla's Model 3 market disruption.
Google billionaires drive Toyota Prius cars.
Both Founders of Google Drive a Car Without Android Auto - The Toyota Prius
By John Goreham on August 22, 2018 - 3:39PM
According to a story this week by CNBC, both Larry Page and Sergey Brin drive Toyota Prius cars. We find that interesting for many reasons.
Lexus and Toyota dominate list of most reliable CPO cars.
Toyota & Lexus Dominate List of Most Reliable Certified Pre-Owned Cars
By John Goreham on August 6, 2018 - 11:44AM
In a new study half of the top eight most reliable cars come from Toyota and Lexus.
Prius Prime continues to be top-selling affordable electric vehicle.
Toyota Prius Prime Solidifies Lead In Affordable U.S. EV Sales With Impressive Staying Power
By John Goreham on August 1, 2018 - 1:31PM
The Toyota Prius Prime continues to out-sell every other affordable EV. However, its steady domination in the affordable EV class is overshadowed by Tesla's Model 3 sales news.
Toyota Prius named a car to buy now by U.S. News
Toyota Prius Name A Best Car To Buy Now by U.S. News Autos - Here's Why
By John Goreham on July 17, 2018 - 1:44PM
The Toyota Prius is a top-selling green car and has a legacy of happy customers. Here's why U.S. News Autos says now is the time to buy one.
Prius scores high on list of vehicles with most annual miles.
Toyota Prius Scores Very High On List of Older Cars With Most Annual Miles
By John Goreham on July 11, 2018 - 12:00PM
The Toyota Prius is well-known as a high-mileage car. Here is more data to support that fact.
Tesla Model 3 sales drop back
Tesla Model 3 Deliveries Drop In June - Toyota Prius Prime Has Outsold Model 3 Since Its Arrival
By John Goreham on July 9, 2018 - 5:01PM
Despite the hype from Tesla, the company delivered less Model 3 cars last month than it did the month before. On the other hand, Toyota Prius Prime has outsold Model 3.
Toyota Prius is best ride-share car.
Pre-Owned Toyota Prius Is The Perfect Ride-Share Vehicle
By John Goreham on June 27, 2018 - 8:30AM
The Toyota Prius Hybrid has advantages other green cars don't share when it comes to ride-sharing.
Unlock and start your Prius with a dead key fob.
How To Unlock and Start Your Toyota Prius With a Dead Key Fob
By John Goreham on June 26, 2018 - 3:23PM
A dead key fob will not prevent you from entering and starting any modern automobile. Here's the trick to opening and then starting the Toyota Prius even with a dead fob.
Toyota Prius safety rating drops.
How the 2018 Toyota Prius Lost Its IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus Rating
By John Goreham on June 21, 2018 - 2:53PM
The 2018 Toyota Prius and Prius Prime no longer hold the top rating by IIHS. Here's why.
Toyota and Prius score poorly on J.D. Power quality study.
Toyota and Prius Score Surprisingly Low On 2018 Initial Quality Study
By John Goreham on June 21, 2018 - 2:20PM
Has someone moved Toyota's cheese? The latest initial quality study from one expert puts Toyota and the Prius in the also-ran group.
2019 Honda Insight vs. Toyota Prius.
All-New 2019 Honda Insight vs. Toyota Prius - How Do they Compare?
By John Goreham on June 20, 2018 - 3:38PM
Honda has released details on its new Insight Hybrid. We break down the similarities and differences to the current Toyota Prius.
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Toyota Prius Dramatically Outselling "Prius Killer" Rivals Hyundai Ioniq and Kia Niro
By John Goreham on June 19, 2018 - 3:59PM
Now that the newcomers have had time to get established in the marketplace, it's time to face reality. The Prius is still the dominant affordable green car in America.
"What does this weird button on my AC system do?"
What's That Button Do? Use Your Modern Prius Heating and Cooling For Maximum MPG - Here's How
By John Goreham on June 15, 2018 - 11:58AM
"What does this weird button on my AC system do?" This is a common question new owners of Prius cars have. We can help.
Toyota Prius earns Pre-Owned Vehicle Award.
2016 Toyota Prius Earns Pre-Owned Vehicle Award From Wheels TV and New England Motor Press Association
By John Goreham on June 4, 2018 - 12:44PM
The 2016 Toyota Prius was named the 2018 Wheels TV Previously Owned Vehicle Award. Here's why.
Toyota Prius is top-selling affordable EV again in May.
2018 Toyota Prius Prime Outsells Chevy Bolt and Volt Combined To Top Affordable U.S.-Market EV Sales
By John Goreham on June 1, 2018 - 12:50PM
Toyota makes the top-selling affordable vehicle with a plug and no competitor is even close in sales to the plug-in hybrid electric Prime for May or for 2018 year to date.
Prius Prime price helps explain why it is the top-selling affordable EV.
Real-World Price Break Down Explains Why Toyota Prius Prime Is Top-Selling Affordable EV In America
By John Goreham on May 9, 2018 - 3:36PM
The Toyota Prius Prime is the top-selling EV affordable EV in the U.S. market. A close look at its pricing helps explain why.
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