Does Anyone Know If Prius Will Get The LS3 Engine

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    Priuspetey New Member

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    I know it's a little early in the model run,but did anyone here about the LS3 engine upgrade Toyota was thinking about buying from GM?
    It's supposed to increase HP to 430 ponies.:)
    Priuspetey, Jul 1, 2009
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    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Sounds like a downgrade, why throw out reliability?
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    Like I want a GM engine in my Toyota.
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    HTMLSpinnr Gen III Forums Moderator

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    Even at 250rpm, the FE would be far worse.
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    Fuel economy will tank for sure. On top of that, you'll need a mechanical transmission, starter, alternator, belt, etc.. Yuck!
    usbseawolf2000, Jul 1, 2009
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    Hey Priuspetey; your new here with only two posts and already you have found out how "wild & crazy" fun these jokesters here at Prius chat can be. Besides the LS3 is just too big; I'm thinking Northstar!
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    I hope not. I am not a big fan of GM technology. Can not wait to get rid of my 96 Lumina. It has caused me way too many issues over the years.

    Also, I feel there is nothing wrong with the HP in the 2010 prius. So, why mess with something that is already a good thing.
    eaglesight333, Jul 1, 2009
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