Prius C
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The Prius C (“C” is for city) is one of the full hybrid electric-gasoline compact car/hatchback made by Toyota Motor Corporation. In Japan, this car model is called Toyota Aqua. The Prius C is a member of the Prius family. This car combines the features of the Yaris with a hybrid powertrain,
The Prius C is an affordable car and benefits from added features make it more attractive. The upgrades includes integrated navigation and passive-entry with push button start.
Prius C Hybrid is available in Silver Metal Metallic. Check Prius C price here.
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Exterior & Interior Features
The Toyota Prius C has a fresh sporty look which will make adventures more memorable. It has a versatility coupled with a wide-array of colors to choose from.
Exterior features of the Prius C:
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with auto-off feature
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature
- LED stoplights and taillights
- LED clearance lights
- Active grille shutter
- Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature
- Color-keyed outside door handles
- 15 inches spoke alloy wheels
- Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Color-keyed roof mounted shark-fin antenna
The Prius C have the following interior features:
- Smart-flow climate control with pollen filtration
- 4.2 inches color dual Multi-Information Display (MID) system
- Fabric-trimmed front seats
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrests
- Full-range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio and MID
- Digital instrumentation – speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, etc.
- Upper door trim with chrome accent
- Smart Key System on driver’s door with Push Button Start
- Power windows with auto up/down
- Power door locks
- Matte black center console with armrest and storage compartment
- Cargo area cover
- One front auxiliary outlet
- Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Rear dome light and cargo area light
- Cup holders
- Multimedia – 7 inches touchscreen system
Performance
The Prius C is has a hybrid system with a net power of 121hp or 90kw. It has a 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16 valve with variable valve timing engine type and an Electronic On-Demand Compact All-Wheel Drive (AWD-e). The electric motor system includes:
- Permanent magnetic AC synchronous motor
- 600V maximum voltage
- 71hp (52kw) power output
Comfort
Toyota’s Prius C has some interesting features added to make the cabin more up to date. The all-black theme of the interiors is elegant and comfortable. The bucket seats on the front row are a nice enhancement. The driver’s seat has 6- way electronic adjustments while the passenger seats have 4-way. There is ample leg room for all passengers.
The new dashboard design is worth mentioning. The dashboard is not cluttered and everything is well thought and organized. The AC vents are very similar to those found on high-end cars. The instrument console is centrally located and is wide. The flowing line that separates the driver’s side of the dashboard with the passenger’s side makes everything appear neat and organized.
Car Safety Features
The Prius C has Pre-Collision system that gives out an alert when there is potential collission. This alert is both audio and visual warnings, If the driver does not take measures for the potential danger, the system will autolmatically apply the brakes.
Also present is the Lane Departure Alert uses special cameras to find the painted lines on the road. A warning will be given if a deviation is sensed by the system.
The car is also equipped with a High Bean Sensor. If it is currently on low beam and the system senses that a high beam is needed, this will automatically turn on the high beam,
The Prius C comes equipped with the following safety measures:
Airbags
- Driver Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Front Head Air Bag
- Rear Head Air Bag
- Front Side Air Bag
Brakes
- 4-Wheel ABS
- Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes
Other Safety Features
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Daytime Running Lights
- Child Safety Locks
- Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Automatic
- Power Steering
- Power Windows
- FM Radio
- USB input
- Bluetooth
- Audio input
- Chilled AC
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- ABS
