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The bar has been set with the new Toyota Prius. People buy the Prius for its amazing fuel economy.The Prius hybrid comes stock with a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine, which is up from the past 1.5L.Surprisingly, the outsized engine and improved torque in the Prius increases the gas mileage.Past models had 110 horspower, the new model has 160-hp. 

Teh new Prius will get better fuel economy by about 4 MPG.Hypermiling habits can make your Prius MPG soar!The improvement in fuel economy also comes from the lightened body and powertrain. Nosie and vibration are lessened due to a stiffer body.

Toyota engineers have vastly sharpened the steering. Features that were optional on previous models such as: air, CD, and power winds, doors, and locks; now come standard for 2010. It also comes with many new features including, a Touch Tracer system that mimics your finger-swipes over steering-wheel controls over the gauges, power windows, cruise control, AM/FM/XM/CD player, a sunroof with solar panels, a remote air conditioner, a navigation system, LED headlamps, Bluetooth, and a backup camera.

Energy usually wasted by braking is used to charge the battery pack. Safety Standards are excellent on the new Prius. Maintaining distance cruise control, parking assist, and safety connect systems like on-star are all accessories included on the Prius.

See the new Prius and a nice inventory of other hybrids at San Jose Toyota.  The Prius has been named top green car for the past few years.  And why shouldn’t it.  The Prius gets great gas mileage which saves gas, in turn putting less strain on the environment.  Not to mention is is a low emissions vehicle.  The PRius is an honored car that does a great job of keeping its resale value.  So if you cannot afford to buy a brand new 2010 Prius, go ahead and look for a nice used model.  You will pay less, get a capable car, and even get a used car warranty if you buy a certified Toyota hybrid.

See some great new cars at Bakersfield Hyundai, and Honda of Atlanta.