2012 Toyota Prius v Two

• 16 10-spoke alloy wheels -inc: full wheel covers, P205/60R16 all-season tires
• Auto-off multi-reflector projector headlamps
• Color-keyed folding pwr heated mirrors
• Intermittent rear window wiper
• LED tail lamps
• Rear spoiler w/LED CHMSL
• T135/70D17 compact spare tire
• UV reduction glass windshield
• Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers

• (3) front & (2) rear cup holders
• (4) retractable assist grips
• 12V pwr outlet in cargo area
• 6-way adjustable driver seat w/pwr lumbar support -inc: 4-way adjustable fold-flat front passenger seat
• 60/40 split sliding rear seat -inc: center armrest w/adjustable headrests
• Active headrests
• Automatic climate control -inc: air filter, dust & pollen filtration mode, electric compressor, push button controls
• Aux audio input
• Bluetooth hands-free phone capability -inc: music streaming via Bluetooth wireless
• Cargo area lamp
• Cruise control
• Display audio AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc: 6.1 touch-screen, (6) speakers, satellite radio capability, USB port w/iPod connectivity & control
• Driver & passenger seatback pockets
• Driver door smart key entry system -inc: panic button, keyless entry w/2-stage unlocking, remote illuminated entry
• Dual compartment glove box
• Dual front sunvisors w/illuminated vanity mirrors
• Engine Immobilizer
• Fabric seat material
• Front bucket seats
• Front center console storage compartment -inc: removable utility tray, 12V pwr outlet, MP3 player/iPod holder
• Illuminated entry w/step lamp
• Multi-information display -inc: energy monitor, fuel consumption history, hybrid system indicator, average fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed & trip distance
• Overhead driver/front passenger map lights
• Pwr door locks w/shift-linked automatic locking feature -inc: anti-lockout feature
• Pwr windows w/auto up/down -inc: jam protection in all positions
• Rear dome light
• Rear window defogger w/timer
• Remote hood & fuel-filler releases
• Retained accessory pwr
• Tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel -inc: Bluetooth & audio controls, HVAC controls
• Tonneau cover w/clasp for under-floor storage -inc: umbrella holder & area side panel storage

• 1.8L DOHC 16-valve VVT-i Atkinson-cycle I4 hybrid engine
• Continuously variable transmission (ECVT)
• Electric pwr assisted rack & pinion steering
• Electronic shift lever w/Hybrid Synergy Drive blue accent
• Electronic throttle control system w/intelligence (ETCS-i) -inc: Eco, EV & power driving modes
• Front wheel drive
• Hybrid system -inc: sealed nickel-metal hydride battery, integrated permanent synchronous electric motor, integrated regenerative brake system
• Independent MacPherson strut suspension w/stabilizer bar
• Push button ignition
• Torsion beam rear suspension
• Ventilated front & solid rear pwr disc brakes

• 3-point seatbelts w/front pretensioners & force limiters
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) & brake assist (BA)
• Active traction control (TRAC)
• Adjustable front seatbelt shoulder anchors
• Automatic locking retractors (ALR/ELR) on all passenger seatbelts
• Child safety rear door locks
• Direct tire pressure monitoring system
• Driver knee airbag
• Driver/front passenger advanced airbags w/occupant classification sensor
• Energy absorbing collapsible steering column
• Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
• Front & rear side curtain airbags
• Front seat-mounted side airbags
• Front/rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
• Hill start assist control (HAC)
• LATCH (Lower anchors & tethers for children) system for outboard rear seats
• Rear-view backup camera
• Side-impact door beams
• Smart stop technology (SST)
• Three-point seatbelts in all seating positions -inc: driver & front passenger seatbelt warning sensors
• Vehicle proximity notification system

Model Highlights

The original Prius set the hybrid standard for the rest of the American car market. It proved that a practical mid-size hybrid vehicle could work and be family-friendly while achieving 50 mpg efficiency ratings. The full hybrid drivetrain of the Prius means it can run on engine alone, battery alone or a combination of the two depending on the demands of the driver and the terrain. It consists of a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine and a NiMh battery pack and motor. The engine charges the battery and the battery assists the motor when needed. The brakes capture kinetic energy and use it to recharge the battery as well. The suspension is a very conventional MacPherson strut/torsion beam setup. The car comes with a 6-speaker stereo, power accessories and automatic climate control-- essentially a very conventional mid-size sedan-- one that achieves 51 mpg in the city and 48 mpg on the highway. For 2012, Toyota introduced several new Prius variations intended to appeal to a wider group of potential buyers. A larger version of the Prius is called the Prius v. It's a little longer than the standard Prius with most of that length going for rear-seat room and rear cargo space, essentially making this a "Prius Wagon." The Prius v gets the same powertrain-- a 1.8L 4-cylinder and battery pack, and fuel economy will be slightly lower with this model. However, it still offers the same value-packed standard feature list and "green" credibility as its older brother. Prices on the Prius v start at $26,400. The other variant Toyota added this year is a Prius Plug-in. It uses wall charger to maximize the range of its onboard battery and thus achieve very high fuel economy numbers. The Plug-In utilizes the standard Prius body and a similar powertrain, but is intended to be plug-in charged before use. The stored energy in the battery pack can propel the Prius plug-in for 13 miles without starting the gasoline engine and it charges in as little as 1.5 hours. Most commuters will be able to get to work on battery power alone, carrying the 1.8L high-efficiency engine for anywhere else they want to go. Prices start around $32,000.