This year, Toyota has taken the hybrid a step further. After producing the Prius for 20 years and 4 generations, Toyota has perfected the hybrid vehicle with the 2017 Prius Prime. This vehicle is currently identified as the most fuel-efficient hybrid plug-in on the market. In fact, it possesses the ability to travel up to 640 miles using one tank of gas! This vehicle has raised the bar. Read to learn more about what makes the Prius Prime so great.
2017 Prius Prime Engine Capabilities
You won’t have any trouble picking up speed in the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime. This hybrid vehicle generates a maximum of 121 horsepower at 5,200 rpm to its front wheels, and 105 pound-feet of torque. It features a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, which is encompassed by a gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid drivetrain. Using the all-electric powertrain, the Prius Prime is able to travel up to 25 miles at 84 mph (all without using a drop of gas). It does a great job of conserving fuel, and has an estimated 133 MPGe. No matter if you are taking a short trip to the store, or going on a long drive out of town, gas will be the least of your worries in this vehicle. It can travel an additional 50+ MPG on the highway and on city streets.
Battery and Driving Modes
The Prius Prime can be charged easily and quickly. It takes about 2 hours to reach full battery level with the 8.8kWh battery pack. If you choose to utilize the 120-volt outlet, it will take as long as 5.5 hours to charge to full battery capacity. Either way, this vehicle is equipped with a regenerative braking system that works to send power back to the battery, ensuring that the vehicle has the power it needs to function as adequately as possible while charged.
The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has three driving modes: HV, EV, and EV Auto. HV is the typical Hybrid mode, allowing the vehicle to operate relying on the electric motor as well as the four-cylinder. The EV driving mode cuts the gas engine off, and the vehicle operates using the electric motor. The EV Auto operates like an automatic drive vehicle, allowing the vehicle to determine and drive based off the best way to manage power delivery.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Trim and Tech
The Prius Prime is available in three trim levels: Plus, Premium, and Advanced. The Plus trim is the base level version, priced at **$27,000. Next, the Premium trim is priced at **$28,000. Finally, the Advanced trim level is priced around **$33,100 and comes equipped with great technology features. These include rear-view camera, a 7-inch touchscreen display, and blind spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert.
**MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excludes tax, license, registration, and options. A delivery, processing, and handling fee may be charged separately. Dealer prices may vary.
There is so much to say about the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime. It has so many great features, we can’t even list them all! Stop by Thomasville Toyota in Thomasville, GA to view this vehicle up close. Once you do, you’re sure to see why people speak so highly of it. Trust us – there’s no other hybrid vehicle like this one!
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