Prius Video Road Test
High-Tech Hybrid Sedan Leads The Way With 56.7 mpg How does 56.7 mpg grab you? That’s what we got in the all-new 3rd-generation Prius in the ECO (or “economy” mode). The Prius is a hybrid, meaning its half powered by a gas engine, and half powered by an electric motor which is recharged as the Prius decelerates. Even though the Prius has three driving modes—ECO, POWER and EV which is electric only—the car will automatically shift driving modes for you. But once you really step on the pedal, the gas engine kicks in for full power. Watch The Video!
| TEST RESULTS | TEST RESULTS | ||
| 0 - 60 MPH (sec.) | 11.3 | Actual MPG (Highway) | 56.7 |
| 50 - 70 MPH (sec.) | 6.4 | EPA Estimate (Highway) | 50 |
| 1/4 Mile Top Speed (MPH) | 77.6 | % Change Actual vs. EPA | +13.4% |
| 1/4 Mile Time (sec.) | 17.5 | Sound Level @ Highway (dBa) | 65 |
| 70 - 0 MPH Braking Time (sec.) | 4.1 | ||
| 70 - 0 MPH Braking Dist. (feet) | 215 |
“It’s environmental, innovative, and practical. It’s an everyday car for everyday use, and we believe that its new features will appeal to returning owners.” –Bob Carter, Toyota Group VP
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Prius fuel economy in action
Joystick shifter easy to use
Prius' Hybrid Synergy Drive