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gen 3 20% smaller HSD en 90% new correct?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Flying White Dutchman, Apr 15, 2009.

  1. Flying White Dutchman

    Flying White Dutchman Senior Member

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    sorry but i can not find this and need to now it. FAST:D
    :D

    is the gen 3 HSD 20% smaller OR 20% ligghter?

    and 90% new?

    and the 2010 is heavyer then the gen 2 right?
    thx a lot
     
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    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    Toyota Vehicles : All-New Third Generation Toyota Prius Raises the Bar for Hybrid Vehicles - Again / Toyota

    "The patented Hybrid Synergy Drive system in the 2010 Prius is 90 percent newly-developed with significant improvements over previous models."
    • The transaxle is lighter in weight and reduces torque losses by as much as 20 percent compared to the previous model. ​
    • The inverter, which converts direct current to alternating current, has a new direct cooling system to reduce size and weight. ​
    • Taken together, the inverter, motor and transaxle are smaller and 20 percent lighter​
    Yes.

    Ken@Japan
     
  3. Flying White Dutchman

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    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    ~ 50kg heavier IIRC.