Toyota Prius V
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The Toyota Prius v (for versatile[7]), also named Prius α (pronounced as Alpha) in Japan, and Prius+ in Europe and Singapore, is a hybrid gasoline-electric automobile produced by Toyota introduced in Japan in May 2011, in the U.S. in October 2011, and released in Europe in June 2012.[8][9] The Prius v was unveiled at the January 2011 North American International Auto Show alongside the Prius c Concept, and it is the first Prius variant to be spun off from the Prius platform.[10][11] According to Toyota the "v" stands for "versatility".[12][13] It is a compact MPV with a standard full hybrid drivetrain.
Toyota Prius v | |
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Manufacturer | Toyota |
Model code | XW40 |
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Production | May 2011 – March 2021[1][2] |
Model years | 2012–2017 (US) |
Assembly | Japan: Toyota, Aichi (Takaoka plant)[3] |
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Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact MPV |
Body style | 5-door wagon |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Platform | Toyota New MC platform |
Related | Toyota Prius (XW30) |
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Transmission | 1-speed planetary gear |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,780 mm (109.4 in) |
Length | 4,615 mm (181.7 in) |
Width | 1,775 mm (69.9 in) |
Height | 1,575–1,600 mm (62.0–63.0 in) |
The Prius α was offered in the Japanese market with both nickel–metal hydride battery and lithium-ion battery.[8] The Prius v in the U.S. was offered only with a nickel–metal hydride battery.[14][15] As of April 2016[update], global sales totaled about 634,000 units, led by Japan with 428,400 units sold, representing 67.6% of global sales.[16]