"Fuel efficiency is the name of the game with the Prius, and the raw performance numbers reflect this"- Edmunds
Engine and transmission of the 2020 Toyota Prius
The motor is a 1.8L Inline-4 unit combined with two electric motors driving each of the front wheels. The joined yield of both the gas and electric plants rises to a sum of 121 HP and 120 lb-ft, which are good figures, however not especially noteworthy. The motor is a mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which is exceptionally effective yet in addition strips the vehicle of any excitement. The Motor is best left at city speeds and feels strained on the highways.
Models
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2020 Toyota Prius L
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2020 Hyundai Ioniq hybrid
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2020 Honda Insight
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MSRP
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$24,700
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$23.320
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$23,850
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Engine
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1.8L Inline-4 Naturally Aspirated
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1.6L Inline-4 Naturally Aspirated
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1.5L Inline-4 Naturally Aspirated
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Transmission
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CVT
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6 Speed DCT
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CVT
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Power(hp)
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121
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139
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151
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Torque(lbs.-ft.)
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120
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109
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99
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In terms of rivals, the Insight leads the packs in terms of numbers, with the Ioniq following behind closely. The Prius has the lowest numbers in this department and it shows in the performance runs as well.
Acceleration of the 2020 Toyota Prius
The Prius was built with efficiency on the mind and the performance figures are a stark reflection of the same. The Prius fares poorly in the 0-60 runs as compared to its other rivals and reflect a similar story in the quarter mile runs as well. In terms of emission though, the Prius does better as the Prius emits just 3.8 units of CO2 in ton/year.
Models
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2020 Toyota Prius
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2020 Hyundai Ioniq hybrid
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2020 Honda Insight
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0-60 MPH(Sec)
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9.7
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8.1
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8.0
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Quarter mile(Sec)
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17.1
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16.8
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16
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Engine
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1.8L Inline-4
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1.6L Inline-4
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1.5L Inline-4
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Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
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3.8
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3.0
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3.4
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The Insight impresses with its performance as its the fastest of all the 3 cars here. The Ioniq misses out on the top spot by a small whisker and impresses otherwise.
Ride and Handling of the 2020 Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius has a very good ride, plush and comfortable. That is due to its soft suspension setup, which absorbs all the bumps on the road. As a consequence of the great ride quality, the handling leaves a bit to be desired. The car wallows under hard cornering and at high speeds, giving the driver an impression of being unstable. The wheels are extremely thin and offer minimal grip, as they were built to provide low rolling resistance and increase fuel efficiency.
Braking of the 2020 Toyota Prius
While the Prius may be a slow performer on the roads in terms of performance, it fares better in the braking department. The 121ft stopping distance from 60MPH to a standstill is a segment standard distance. In terms of tech, the Prius does come with regenerative braking that not only aids in the braking of the prius but makes it more efficient by reducing the wastage of energy lost while braking on a conventional setup.
Models
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2020 Toyota Prius
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2020 Hyundai Ioniq hybrid
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2020 Honda Insight
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Brake Front(inches)
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10.0
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11.0
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11.1
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Brake Rear(inches)
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10.2
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10.3
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10.2
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Curb Weight(lbs)
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3075
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2996
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2987
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60-0 MPH (ft.)
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121
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124
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121
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