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2012 Toyota Prius V finally arrives at the 2011 NAIAS

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The Japanese manufacturer finally decided to reveal the MPV version of the current generation Prius. The new Prius V is available with the same hybrid powertrain but it is slightly larger measuring 4,62m lenght, 1,78 wide and a wheelbase pf 2,78m. The fuel consumption announced by Toyota is 5,6 liters/100 km.

2012 Toyota Prius V
2012 Toyota Prius V

At the exterior the model brings 16-inch alloy wheels but you can opt also for larger 17-inch rims. Under the bonnet we find the same electric engine able to provide 80 horsepower while the 1.8-liter petrol engine delivers 98 horsepower.

2012 Toyota Prius V
2012 Toyota Prius V

The same HSD platform has been used for the MPV version of Toyota Prius, the Prius V entering the market next year. As optionals you can choose from LED lights, Parking Guidance System, Panoramic roof and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Inside, as we earlier found from a teaser, the space has been increased by 50%, a fact which helps the Japanese MPV to reach its purpose of family car.

2012 Toyota Prius V
2012 Toyota Prius V

Andrei Ursu
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Andrei is one of the oldest automotive journalists of Automotorblog and has written more than 3000 articles for our publication. He has been passionate about cars since he was a small child, and he joined our team of writers in 2009. In addition to his passion for cars, he is also passionate about music. In his free time, he composes songs and sings them, which also brought him real success in the musical field.

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