What Changed
The third generation Prius features a new more slippery version of its iconic shape, a larger gasoline engine for more power, and a significantly reworked hybrid system. The batteries will remain nickel-metal hydride. Lithium ion battery packs and plug-in capabilities will phased in later.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
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| Price Range ($) | $22,400 - $27,670 | $22,000 - $24,270 |
| Length (in) | 175.6 | 175.0 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.3 | 106.3 |
| Width (in) | 68.7 | 67.9 |
| Height (in) | 58.7 | 58.1 |
| Track (in) | 60.0 | 59.3 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 357.9 | 348.9 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3042 | 2932 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 78.5 | 80.5 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 94.9 | 96.2 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 21.6 | 14.4 |
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| Transmissions | CVT | CVT |
| City MPG | 51 | 48 |
| Highway MPG | 48 | 45 |
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