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The Border Watch : February 17th 2015
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4 ADVERTISING FEATURE Toyota Prius c: sharper looks & dynamics ToyoTa’s hybrid Prius c range enters 2015 with a sportier exterior, sharper dynamics and an enhanced interior while resuming the mantle of australia’s most affordable hybrid car. In city driving, Prius c delivers the best fuel economy of any vehicle without a plug, sipping just 3.7 litres/100km**, thanks to the combination of an efficient petrol engine and electric motor. Toyota’s executive director sales and marketing Tony Cramb said the latest Prius c improvements add to the appeal of the car’s innovative downsizing, smart packaging and targeted weight reductions. “Prius c is a smaller and lighter sibling to the Prius hatch yet it still provides ample space for five adults thanks to Toyota’s clever solutions,” he said. “a great example is the placement of the hybrid battery and fuel tank under the rear seat, which means there is also room for plenty of luggage and a full-size spare wheel.” Mr Cramb said Prius c is the first of at least 10 new or refreshed models to be introduced by Toyota to the australian market during the next 12 months. More aggressive exterior styling The refreshed exterior styling of the Prius c is dominated by a hexagonal grille that is more aggressive than the previous trapezoidal opening. It is flanked by reshaped headlights that provide a sharper look - halogen for the entry grade and a bi-LED lamp for i-Tech. a redesigned front bumper adopts greater sculpting around the foglamps to an on-road stance that looks wider and more planted. New wheel covers have been adopted for the 15-inch steel wheels on the standard car while the i-Tech retains its 15-inch alloys. Both grades have full-size spares. Rear combination lamps have been restyled with a more vertical design and LEDs are now used for the tail as well as the stop lights. Interior refinements Inside, the Prius c now imparts a higher-quality feel with new colour themes that employ darker hues, including black glossy surrounds and softtouch dash cladding on i-Tech. New fabric upholstery on the standard grade is black with dark blue facings while the i-Tech’s dark-grey seats feature silver stitching, which also appears on the steering wheel. Deep blue accents for Prius c and silver highlights for i-Tech are used in areas such as the leading face of the dash panel, the frontpassenger open tray, and on the door armrest. Efficiency of a full hybrid Like all Toyota hybrids, the Prius c is a full hybrid, meaning it can run on the petrol engine alone, the battery alone, or a combination of both. Toyota’s Hybrid synergy Drive combines the output of a petrol engine and electric motor through an innovative planetary-type continuously variable transmission. Combined maximum power output is 74kW from the highly efficient 54kW 1.5-litre petrol engine and a 45kW electric motor. Maximum torque is 111Nm from the engine and 169Nm from the motor. on the combined fuel-consumption test cycle, Prius c uses just 3.9 litres/100km** using 91 RoN regular unleaded petrol. Co2 emissions are 90 grams/km**. The car’s petrol engine is generally switched off to save fuel when the vehicle is stationary, coasting or braking, and when it is reversing. Prius c’s hybrid system prioritises electric power for take-off, low-speed operation and reversing, and combines petrol and electric power for increased performance. The system employs several other technologies to reduce fuel use. Energy from braking and deceleration is converted into electricity and sent to the battery. Electric power runs the water pump and power steering assist, eliminating drive belts. There are three drive modes. EV Mode can allow drivers to operate the Prius c solely on electric power for 1-2km at speeds up to 40km/h - providing quiet driving in suburban neighbourhoods. Normal Mode is ideal for everyday driving while Eco Mode can help achieve the best fuel economy. It reduces energy consumption by governing the throttle and electric air-conditioner. Globally, Toyota has sold more than seven million hybrid vehicles, of which more than 70,000 have been sold in australia. Big on safety Both Prius c grades are equipped with reversing camera, seven airbags, vehicle stability and traction control, anti-skid brakes, hill-start assist control and cruise control. Touch Tracer Display, originally seen in the Prius, uses two sensors on the steering-wheel hub to display a duplicate image on the instrument panel, directly in the driver’s line of sight. It helps to reduce driver eye movement for better concentration on the road when operating the audio system, air-conditioning temperature and recirculation, and Multi Information Display. Prius c attracts the maximum five-star aNCaP safety rating. ** source of fuel consumption data: aDR 81/02. Fuel consumption and emissions data will vary depending on driving conditions/style, vehicle conditions and options/accessories. 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[B] Offer is applicable for Private, Bronze and Silver fleet customers, & primary producers on all 2014 plate RAV4 models purchased and delivered on or before 28th February 2015 at participating Toyota Dealers. For full terms & conditions visit Toyota.com.au/special-offers. 20 - The Border Watch, Tuesday, February 17, 2015 656022 FEEL IT OWN IT
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