The Prius has never been more desirable, yet we're being denied it in the UK. So what are we missing?
Over four generations and more than five million examples sold in 26 years, the Prius was originally billed by its maker as ‘the car for the 21st century’, a trailblazer for more efficient driving, harnessing part-electric power in what subsequently became known as a self-charging hybrid.’s view, and then some. Every car maker with any eye on a solvent future is now producing electrified models to reduce emissions ultimately down towards zero.
But just look at it now. Would we be inclined to buy this Prius? It’s sleek and sporty, rakish in profile and really rather desirable. Put it next to even a fourth-generation Prius and you’ll never have guessed the lineage, save for a very loose wedge shape.The reborn Toyota Prius may be the world’s most popular hybrid, but it faces stiffening competition from Hyundai, Volkswagen and Audi
It’s all change visually and all change under the bonnet, too. While a classic series hybrid will be offered in some global markets based around a 2.0-litre engine, in Europe the Prius will be sold as a plug-in hybrid only. This mixes a 2.0-litre petrol engine with twin electric motors for a combined 220bhp, working in conjunction with a 13.6kWh battery that provides a 45-mile electric range.
Still, among a sea of heavy, bulky and often bloated electric cars, the Prius feels a breath of fresh air to drive. It is based on the latest version of Toyota’s TNGA platform, which has already yielded many an everyday handling hero and the Prius is another one. Here, that platform is said to be stiffer, quieter and more stable than before.This new Prius feels shrink-wrapped and fleet of foot, alert and nimble and keen to change direction.
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