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2010 Preview: Toyota Prius
All new Generation Three

by Christine & Scott Gable
for About.com

The third-generation 2010 Toyota Prius has been enhanced in almost every way. With improvements throughout the engine/hybrid drivetrain, Prius generation 3 offers better fuel mileage and peppier performance, as well as more interior room and a quieter cabin. In addition, advanced vehicle technology graces the new Prius with features such as a moon roof with solar panels, independent driving modes and parking assist.

Key Features:

  • A 20 percent smaller inverter, motor and transaxle package for vehicle weight reduction
  • Improved regenerative braking for battery charging
  • Emission rating: SULEV (with AT-PZEV)
  • More aerodynamic shape for a lower coefficient of drag
  • Three driving modes: EV-Drive mode, power mode and ECO mode.
  • Estimated fuel economy: 50 mpg (combined)
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    2010 Toyota Prius cruisingCruising2010 Toyota Prius left rearLeft rear2010 Toyota Prius right frontRight front2010 Toyota Prius left frontLeft front
    2010 Toyota Prius solar roofSolar roof2010 Toyota Prius gear shifterGear shifter2010 Toyota Prius cockpitCockpit2010 Toyota Prius front seatsFront seats
    2010 Toyota Prius rear seatRear seat2010 Toyota Prius hybrid system monitorHybrid system monitor2010 Toyota Prius energy monitorEnergy monitor2010 Toyota Prius cargo holdCargo hold
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