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Video: on Prius C weight vs. aerodynamics

Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by Teacake, Feb 15, 2012.

  1. Teacake

    Teacake OohShiny

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    I caught this review and thought others might find it helpful. It explores the relationship between the Prius C being ~500lbs less than a regular liftback yet averaging similar fuel economy.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p3JzARPJTM&feature=youtu.be

    Host 1: "Ever wonder why a Prius looks like a Prius?"
    Host 2: "I always thought it was like a mating call for treehuggers." :D
     
    #1 Teacake, Feb 15, 2012
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    he said the C's achilles heel is highway MPG?
     
    #2 phenoyz, Feb 16, 2012
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    Mm, I don't recall exactly, but likely yes. Because it's not as optimally aerodynamically shaped as the regular liftback (higher coefficient of drag), its highway results should be lower than its around-town results. However, it'll average out to numbers very similar to the regular Prius. And considering it'll still be dramatically better than most cars...not a concern to me. :)
     
    #3 Teacake, Feb 17, 2012
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    Nice youtube video. Thanks for posting. :)
     
    #4 Rybold, Feb 28, 2012
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