Toyota Prius 2012: Available for this summer
Meet the Toyota Prius family: the new 2012 Toyota Prius v makes its Canadian debut at the International Auto Show in Toronto
Toyota presented today for the first time on Canadian soil Prius v hybrid vehicle intermediary, on the occasion of the International Auto Show in Toronto. This model is part of the strategy of broadening the range of hybrid vehicles innovative. The Prius v will arrive in Canadian dealerships institutions at the end of summer 2011.
"With a 60% share of the Canadian market hybrid vehicles, Toyota is recognized as a leader in this field. Toyota Prius v proves an important model for us as we begin the widening of the Prius family, "said Warren Orton, Director at Toyota Canada Inc." The "v" stands for "versatility" (versatility) since the Prius v offers 50% more interior volume than the Prius. It has been designed to meet the needs of growing families and active life, but it offers the same benefits as the Prius - including remarkable fuel efficiency and very low emissions. "
The Prius v will have a better energetics than any other vehicle-type SUV, crossover or family performance on the market today, while producing 66% less smog-producing emissions than the average new vehicle. Its versatile interior receives five adults in comfort thanks to its 2nd row seats slide with tilting up to 45 degrees records. In addition, the front passenger seat of the folding backrest and rear seat 60/40 split fold down to make it very easy to convert the Prius v to transport material, its volume can be loading door 971 L.
The Prius v also receives many innovative technologies, including (a first for Toyota) a sunroof in resin with optional retractable sunshade screens has assisted command that gives occupants the impression of being in an open area; the roof is 40% lighter than would a conventional glass roof same dimensions and very efficiently insulates against heat. It has four driving modes selectable by the driver (Power, Normal, Eco and EV) and a long list of features for convenience and safety of series, including a reverse camera and the Star Safety System, a set of six active safety technologies.
"The name Prius has come to represent the automotive Advanced, energy-efficient and environmentally responsible," also noted Mr. Orton. "It is with great enthusiasm that we expand it to a whole family of vehicles, the first new member is the Prius v. "
The public will get to know the Prius v and the other members of the Prius family (3rd generation Toyota Prius 2011 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid PHV) to the International Auto Show in Toronto, which will be held from 18 to 27 February. The Toyota exhibit is located at 300 North Building of the Palais des congres of metropolitan Toronto.
