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2023 Prius AWD Roller Test?

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by stearicom, Jun 11, 2023.

  1. stearicom

    stearicom Junior Member

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    Has anybody done the roller test on the 2023 Prius AWD? I haven't been able to find one. I want to see how good the AWD system is. The last generation AWD wasn't that great from what I saw on some videos.
     
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    TBH, it should not be an issue any more.
    Prior Prius
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    7 hp (5 kW)
    Torque 40 lb·ft (54 N·m)

    2023+
    Power 40 hp (30 kW)
    Torque 62 lb·ft (84 N·m)
     
  3. stearicom

    stearicom Junior Member

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    I saw the roller test. So, I think it would be similar. But, would like to see the 2023 Prius AWD in action. Hopefully somebody can get hands on one and test it.
     
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    Here's the Gen 4 test:


    My take: having more HP/Torque will help some scenarios, but the power distribution system determines the pass/fail in the most challenging scenario (three wheels on rollers.) I'm guessing most AWD systems fail that, so no real surprise there.
     
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    What systems pass this? Those with lockers/A-TRAC?
     
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    IDK - my old Dodge Ram had locking front hubs and a transfer case, it probably would!