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Clear photos of the 2016 Toyota Prius, front & rear.

More 2016 Prius spy shots: SPOTTED! *UNWRAPPED* 2016 Prius spotted this morning! | PriusChat

I love it.






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Mod note: Edited to replace first two photos with higher resolution versions and put a short bit of text for clarity.

Investigative PriusChat members had already gathered that the 4th gen 2016 Prius would be revealed in September at the Frankfurt Auto Show, but we also now know that Toyota is doing a US-based reveal on September 8th in Las Vegas, thanks to Automotive News.

I'll be on-site for the reveal and will be sure to have lots of content to share with the PriusChat community.

From 2017 Toyota Prius: This Is It

It’s happening! Toyota is expanding it’s Plug-in options in a major way by making a RAV4 Plug-in PHEV available for sale in 2020. No word of any kind on range or pricing yet, but Toyota was clear that the RAV4 Plug-in will be the most powerful RAV4 in the lineup.

This is a very exciting announcement as Toyota has seemed hesitant on their public commitment to battery-powered vehicles in the recent past.



Here’s Toyota’s full press release on it:

2021 RAV4 Plug-in Powers Up for 2019

Los Angeles Auto Show Toyota Teases Most Powerful RAV4 Yet

PLANO, Texas (October 10, 2019) – Toyota teased today what will become the most powerful RAV4 yet – the 2021 RAV4 plug-in. Bringing with it a new color, Supersonic Red, the teaser image of the RAV4 plug-in highlights the new PHV’s surprising performance capabilities. Unlike any other, the new RAV4 Plug-in will be celebrated by its spirited acceleration, nimble handling and impeccable style.

Toyota will debut the...

Very entertaining and well-done commercial by Toyota's @Prius Team that aired during the Super Bowl tonight. Great to finally see a Prius ad capture the positive aspects of the car while mixing humor and entertainment.



Toyota later at the conclusion of the game posted a follow-up commercial, with the police unveiling their secret weapon to stop the Prius:

This is basically a Coles' Notes version of "The Prius That Shook The World" (a book that should be read by any Prius enthusiast).

Part 1:
The Story Behind the Birth of the Prius, Part 1 | TOYOTA Global Newsroom

Part 2:
The Story Behind the Birth of the Prius, Part 2 | TOYOTA Global Newsroom



It is not a stretch to say that for many people, the word "Prius" comes to mind when they hear the word "hybrid." The Prius has become so widely known that it is nearly synonymous with hybrid cars.

But what's the story behind the Prius? Just how did this revolution in car-making begin?

We spoke to Satoshi Ogiso, the only person to have worked on the Prius from the project planning stage all the way through to the current fourth generation. He told us about what led to the development of the very first Prius.

G21: It all...

New owner of a 2016 Prius. Glad to be part of the forum. Super happy with it so far love all the features. Just started over and I'm super excited.

• 71.4kWh battery
• 280 miles WLTP
• FWD and AWD with 201 or 215hp respectively
• Top speed: 99mph (same as Prius c)
• Toyota expects it to retain 90% capacity after 10 years
• 150kW DCFC. 80% in 30 mins
• 11kW AC
• Optional “One Motion Grip” steering wheel linkage and setup for 150° lock-to-lock (so, like an F1 car?)
• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

Reservations for Toyota’s bZ4x open on the 15th December, following the car’s European debut on the 2nd December, with pricing to be confirmed and deliveries scheduled in 2022.


New Toyota bZ4x revealed as brand’s first bespoke electric car | Auto Express

Here's pack #1 and #2 of the final pre-production test batch of Dr. Prius' aka: @jacktheripper's lithium packs for Prius.

It took 1/2 dozen years to get the right lithium chemistry and packet size to get to this point. And though the module cases were 3D printed, which took an exhausting amount of time per module, the weaknesses of 3D printing accuracy won't be an issue in the production version which will be a much more precise and quick to make injection molded plastic.

Above are the two initial test vehicles for these packs. On the left is a Prius modified for fastest lap times at the race track and it belongs to Rice Prius and on the right is my tired old 1/4 million mile Prius that's never needed any work other than basic engine and battery maintenance and is still all original parts in...

Source: Tesla’s Model 3 Arrives With a Surprise 310-Mile Range - Bloomberg


Well if no one else will post it.

If this Motor Trend article is what we can expect: Exclusive: Tesla Model 3 First Drive Review - Motor Trend

Happy Earth Week!

If you look at the financial planning and long term investments Toyota has made it makes sense that they will only maximise profitability if they sustain the fossil fuel-hybrid electric transition market as long as possible.

But when it comes to basic social responsibility and a fast approaching new era of electrification Toyota is not aging well and their shareholders are starting to measure an increase in risk / cracks in Toyota's long term plan. As per this article posted today:

"Toyota is feeling some pressure to change this strategy from large funds, which are investors in the company. Jens Munch Holst, chief executive officer of Danish pension fund AkademikerPension, one of the funds backing the effort, said: “This move must not be a PR exercise but instead signal a clear end to its role in negative climate lobbying which has given it a laggard status. ...Right up until now, the company has repeatedly undermined climate action, from opposing the U.K....

Major Shift Change: Toyota Announces Massive Electric Car Rollout, 10 EVs By Early 2020s

Well, looks like they're finally going to commit to plug-in cars. Can't wait to see more plug-ins on the roads.

Toyota Australia says the hybrid version of the popular RAV4 SUV has easily outsold the petrol equivalent since its arrival in the Australian market earlier this month – a big pointer to how ready the local market is to embrace electric vehicles and hybrids.

The Australian arm of the Japanese carmaker has confirmed to The Driven that nearly two thirds of the sales of the RAV4 have been hybrids since May 8, indicating a shift in Australian preferences to vehicles with lower running costs and emissions.

Out of a total 1,380 RAV4 sales, 461 have been 2WD hybrids (33%) and 424 have been 4WD hybrids (31%)

Toyota stunned as consumers flock to hybrid version of new RAV4 SUV | The Driven...

Shanghai, China, April 16, 2019―Toyota announces that today the company premiered its C-HR and IZOA battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as part of its activities on the opening day of Auto Shanghai 2019. The C-HR and IZOA will be the first BEVs to launch in China under the Toyota brand. Sales on the new models are slated to start from 2020.

Article Link: Toyota Premieres Toyota-brand Battery Electric Vehicles Ahead of 2020 China Launch | Toyota | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website

But rumors is that it may not be coming to America.

If it does then it makes sense why they would end the Prius v. They look similar with the long hatch space.

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If anyone's interested, I just wrapped up and published my review of the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid. All-in-all, I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I did. The overall MPG it delivered seriously surprised me.

Check it out here: 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid » What Drives Us

We just got some news over here that we thought you all might be interested in - looks like AMCI testing has confirmed that the 2016 Prius Four Touring has better overall handling performance than the 2016 BMW 528i Sedan, and smoother overall ride quality than the 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA250 (*AMCI Testing Certified: MY16 competitors tested). I laid out the findings below:

AMCI Testing Certified Claims for 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring vs. 2016 BMW 528i Sedan:

• The 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring has Better Overall Handling Performance than the 2016 BMW 528i Sedan*
• The 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring has Better Slalom Performance than the 2016 BMW 528i Sedan*

* Dry pavement, Stability Control Off

AMCI Testing Certified Claims for 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring vs. 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250:

• The 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring has Smoother Overall Ride Quality than the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250
• The 2016...

Toyota City, Japan, February 14, 2017
Toyota Motor Corporation is proud to announce cumulative global hybrid vehicle (HV) sales of 10.05 million units as of January 31, surpassing the 10 million unit mark. More than a numerical milestone, this demonstrates the staying power of a technology that is now emerging as a mainstream solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants.

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Official press release from Toyota, then photos at the bottom.

• All-New Sporty Exterior Styling with Flowing, One-Motion Silhouette
• Over 50 Percent Increase in Zero Emission Driving Range from Prior Generation Model
• All New Traffic Jam Assist Feature Standard
• Legacy Prius Name to Carry on Toyota’s Commitment to Carbon Neutrality



LOS ANGELES, Calif. (November 16, 2022) – When the Prius Plug-In concept model was first
revealed at the Los Angeles Auto Show back in 2009, few could have seen the important role it
would play in the future of mobility. It offered customers a versatile solution with its pure EV or
hybrid modes, impeccable MPG, and all the tech people expected from a Prius – making it a
perfect addition to the third-generation Prius lineup. Fast forward to now, and the automaker is
ushering in a new era of the Prius legacy—with the reveal of the 2023 Prius Prime at the 2022 Los
Angeles Auto Show.

Now in its tenth year of...