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2015 Prius c coming in a few weeks, all updates (from Dianne in SoCal)

Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by DianneWhitmire, Nov 19, 2014.

  1. rogan

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    Great to see. And thanks to the Toyota team for coming on here, making the announcement and and answering questions. Much appreciated.
     
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    Nope, no more Habanero. We try to watch color trends and freshen them as we freshen the vehicles. There's no room for both Tangerine Splash and Habanero on a Prius c, so this is the refreshed orange option. Habanero was about a 5-7% color for us, about as expected for a polarizing color like orange.

    Best,
    Erica
     
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    Wow! Ill have to get that front end and LED headlights down the road.
     
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    I personally still like the current double barrel headlights over the new single barrel light. Just gives it a more aggressive look.
     
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    yea...would've been nice had they just updated the double barrel with led and maybe a light bar or some nice/aggressive accents to the headlight

    also...now the C's front makes it look like a fiesta
     
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    Good points guys! Ill have to see it in person next week at the show and look at the Fiesta lol.
     
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    I like the updated C tail lights. A much better refresh than the v got.
     
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    Am i the only one that thinks that new front end is just a little to aggressive? Kinda makes it look like it has 2 big bottom teeth! Toyota went all sports carish on the C. Took the innocent cuteness away.

    I do love all the other changes! The tail lights and shark fin antenna were so needed. And the upgraded interior is much better. That front end is just going to have to grow on me.....
     
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    I wonder if we can retrofit those new taillights.
     
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    I for one am glad that Toyota has dropped the "French Fry Sauce"- Habenero color.

    Never liked it.
     
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    What other colors will be replaced for the 2015's besides habanero? Summer rain? yellow?

    Will the U.S. ever see the purple color that was offered overseas on the "aqua"?

    I must say I like the updates made to the 2015 C's.

    I really wished Toyota would offer some of the JDM parts on the Aqua over the counter for us in the U.S. to purchase, such as the lip kits, body kits, dress up items, etc.
     
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    French Fry Sauce? I though ketchup was red!

    What do you put on your fries?

    Toyota just replaced Habanero with another type of orange, so you will have to endure it for a few more years to come.
     
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    If you look at the start of this post, you will see what new colors have been added and what has been replaced.
     
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    Does the MSRP remain the same level? The old model doesn't have 6.1 inch screen and it only available in three and four.
     
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    Can I just say that it feels (and I'm very glad) that Toyota really does listen to us when we say that things look bad or could look better.

    A lot of people complained about the C's original taillights being hideous. Too much chrome, if I recall. And they totally fixed that, they added the little side panels and I think they look much better.

    A lot of people on here blacked out their front grill to give it a more aggressive look, and now Toyota is doing the same. I'm amazed. Also, shark fins are way cooler, so I'm excited for that.

    I just bought my C 9 months ago, I already have 12k on it and I love it. I'm going to start saving up for the next-NEXT face lift or remodeled Prius C (Gen 3?). Hopefully on that one we can get some small improvements on MPG.
     
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    Hey Erica,

    Just so we are clear. There were no improvements on MPG with this face lift, correct?

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    Funny, one of the ways we described the design goal was to reduce the cuteness and make it more aggressive so like the design or not, I guess the design team nailed the direction if you described it the same exact way!

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    No purple, sorry. But, some nice new colors. My fav is the Electric Lime Metallic! JDM parts, hmmmm......

    Erica
     
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    Correct, MPG stays the same.

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    And now that it's public:
    Toyota Announces Pricing for Refreshed 2015 Prius c
    • Aggressive, Sportier Look With LED Headlights and Newly Designed Taillights
    • Upgraded Interiors and Available Technology Features
    • New Eye-catching Exterior Colors
    December 03, 2014
    TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 3, 2014 - The 2015 Toyota Prius c (c for city) rings in the new year with an aggressive, sportier look, upgraded interior features and available advanced technology features. Toyota today announced manufacturers’ suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the refreshed 2015 Prius c.

    The base MSRP for the 2015 Prius c will range from $19,540 for the Prius c One to $24,475 for the premium Prius c Four. The 2015 Prius c will begin arriving at dealerships in late December.

    High MPG Equals High Value
    Toyota’s most affordable hybrid vehicle is also its most fuel efficient. The Prius c, with EPA-estimated 53 MPG city / 46 MPG highway / 50 MPG combined, offers the highest city MPG of any vehicle on the road today (MPGe vehicles not included).

    In addition to high MPG comes excitement. The stylish exterior of the 2015 Prius c features new standard single LED projector low and high-beam headlights and LED tail and stoplights, and new exterior colors whose names demand almost as much attention as their hues (Electric Lime Metallic, Tangerine Splash Pearl and Sparkling Sea Metallic). Add to that a cabin upgraded with premium materials, and Prius c makes a compelling choice among compact cars, hybrid or not.

    The 2015 Prius c updates also include available piano black and chrome interior trim, a simplified grade strategy, an additional two-tone fabric option, and Entune Audio. Additionally, the Prius cFour now comes with a standard power tilt/slide moonroof and integrated backup camera.


    Each Prius c grade comes with an array of standard features to meet the needs of a wide range of buyers.

    Standard features on the Prius c One include:
    • Color-keyed power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
    • 15-in. steel wheels with redesigned wheel covers and P175/65R15 tires
    • Single LED projector low and high-beam headlights and LED tail and stoplights
    • Entune Audio - includes the Entune Multimedia Bundle (6.1-in. touch-screen display, AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, 4 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod® connectivity and control, voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology)
    • 3.5-in. TFT Multi-Information Display with outside temperature, clock, fuel economy information, cruising range, odometer, trip distance, EV miles driven, Hybrid System Indicator, ECO Savings, ECO Score, energy monitor
    • Fabric-trimmed seats; 4-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
    • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with steering wheel controls
    • Remote keyless entry system with illuminated entry
    • Shark-fin antenna
    Prius c Two adds:
    • Piano black front grille and piano black, chrome and soft-touch upgraded interior accents
    • Entune Audio - includes the Entune Multimedia Bundle (6.1-in. touch-screen display, AM/FM CD player, MP3/WMA playback capability, 6 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod® connectivity and control, voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology)
    • Fabric-trimmed two-tone seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket
    • 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
    • Cruise control
    • Cargo area tonneau cover
    • Engine immobilizer

    Prius c Three adds:
    • Smart Key System on front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry
    • Touch Tracer Display
    • Entune Premium Audio with Navigation and App Suite - includes the Entune Multimedia Bundle (6.1-in. high resolution touch-screen with split screen display, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, 6 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port with iPod® connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology), Entune App Suite, HD radio, HD predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay, AM/FM cache radio, SiriusXM All Access Radio with 3-month complimentary trial, Gracenotes album cover art
    Packages Available for Prius c Three include:
    • 15-in. 8-spoke alloy wheels with P175/65R15 tires
    • 15-in. 8-spoke alloy wheels with P175/65R15 tires and power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
    Prius c Four adds:
    • Integrated LED fog lights
    • 15-in. 8-spoke alloy wheels with P175/65R15 tires
    • Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade
    • Integrated backup camera
    • SofTex®-trimmed seats with heated front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket
    • SofTex®-trimmed steering wheel
    • Color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
    Package Available for Prius c Four:
    • 16-in. 8-spoke alloy wheels with P195/50R16 tires

    The MSRP for the 2015 Prius c does not include the delivery, processing, and handling (DPH) fee of $825. The DPH fee for vehicles distributed by Southeast Toyota (SET) and Gulf States Toyota (GST) may vary.

    2015 Prius c
    Model #GradeEngineTransmissionBody Style14MY MSRP15 MY MSRPMSRP Change ($)MSRP Change (%)
    1201ONEHybridCVTHatchback$19,080$19,540$460+2.4%
    1203TWOHybridCVTHatchback$20,030$20,340$310+1.5%
    1205THREEHybridCVTHatchback$21,765$21,765$00.0%
    1207FOURHybridCVTHatchback$23,360$24,475$1,115+4.8%
    All prices listed above exclude the Delivery, Processing and Handling (DPH) fee.

    Here's the link so you can view a better looking chart: Toyota Announces Pricing for Refreshed 2015 Prius c | Toyota


    Best,
    Erica