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The New 2008 Toyota Prius Specifications Prius Touring Hybrid Synergy Drive� Gasoline Engine Type Aluminum double overhead cam (DOHC) 16-valve VVT-i 4-cylinder Displacement 1.5 liters (1497 cc) 1.5 liters (1497 cc) Bore x stroke 75.0 mm x 84.7 mm 75.0 mm x 84.7 mm Compression ratio 13.0:1 13.0:1 Valvetrain 4-valve per cylinder with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) Induction system Multi-point EFI with Electronic Throttle Control System with intelligence (ETCS-i) Ignition system Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) Power output 76 hp @ 5000 rpm (57 kW @ 5000 rpm) Torque 82 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm (111 N m @ 4200 rpm) Emission rating Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) [1] Electric Motor Motor type Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor Power output 67 hp @ 1200-1540 rpm (50 kW @ 1200-1540 rpm) Torque 295 lb.-ft. @ 0-1200 rpm (400 Nm @ 0-1200 rpm) Voltage 500V maximum 500V maximum Traction Battery Type Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Power output 28 hp (21 kW) 28 hp (21 kW) Voltage 201.6V 201.6V Hybrid System Net Power 110 hp (82 kW) 110 hp (82 kW) Mechanical/Performance Transmission Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) Suspension Front Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar Independent MacPherson strut with tuned stabilizer bar Rear Torsion beam with stabilizer bar Torsion beam with tuned shock absorbers, springs and stabilizer bar Steering Rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist Rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist Turning circle (ft.) 34.1 34.1 Brakes Power-assisted ventilated front disc/rear drum with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and integrated regenerative braking Toyota strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they typically are built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Some vehicles are shown with available equipment. Seatbelts should be worn at all times. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Ask your Toyota dealer to help locate a specifically equipped vehicle. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.S.A. vehicles only. Prius Touring Dimensions Exterior Dimensions (in.) Overall height/width/length 58.7/67.9/175.0 58.7/67.9/175.0 Wheelbase 106.3 106.3 Track (front/rear) 59.3/58.3 59.3/58.3 Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.26 0.26 Ground clearance 5.6 5.6 Interior Dimensions front/rear (in.) Head room 39.1/37.3 39.1/37.3 Shoulder room 55.0/52.9 55.0/52.9 Hip room 51.0/51.6 51.0/51.6 Leg room 41.9/38.6 41.9/38.6 Toyota strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they typically are built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Some vehicles are shown with available equipment. Seatbelts should be worn at all times. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Ask your Toyota dealer to help locate a specifically equipped vehicle. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.S.A. vehicles only. Prius Touring Curb weight (lb.) 2932 2932 Seating capacity 5 5 Passenger volume (cu. ft.) 96.2 96.2 Luggage capacity (cu. ft.) 14.4 14.4 Fuel tank (gal.) 11.9 11.9 Toyota strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they typically are built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Some vehicles are shown with available equipment. Seatbelts should be worn at all times. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Ask your Toyota dealer to help locate a specifically equipped vehicle. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.S.A. vehicles only. Prius Touring Standard P185/65R15 P195/55R16 Spare Temporary Temporary Toyota strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they typically are built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Some vehicles are shown with available equipment. Seatbelts should be worn at all times. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Ask your Toyota dealer to help locate a specifically equipped vehicle. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.S.A. vehicles only. Prius Touring Mileage Estimates (mpg city/highway/combined) [2] 48/45/46 48/45/46 Toyota strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they typically are built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Some vehicles are shown with available equipment. Seatbelts should be worn at all times. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Ask your Toyota dealer to help locate a specifically equipped vehicle. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.S.A. vehicles only. Toyota Prius Hybrid Vehicle Features and Prices 360 Views and Feature Demos Photos and Colors Options Specifications Accessories eBrochure Receive Updates SHOPPING TOOLS * Build and Price Your Prius ZIP: * Comparisons By Edmunds'); * Find Local Specials ZIP: * Explore Financial Tools * Request A Quote ZIP: * Locate A Dealer ZIP: Or click for Advanced Search * Request A Brochure * Certified Used Vehicles

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