Prius v was discontinued in 2017, making the 2017 Prius v the last model year. However, with an incredible lineup of hybrids including the stylish Prius and adventurous RAV4 Hybrid there's a Toyota that's sure to bring plenty of versatility and efficiency to your next family outing.
What is replacing the Prius V?
The Prius V will be indirectly replaced in the Toyota line-up by the upcoming 2021 Kluger hybrid SUV, set to arrive in local showrooms in June priced from $47,650 before on-road costs.26 May 2021
Is the Prius V reliable?
The Toyota Prius V Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 4th out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $437 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low while frequency of those issues is average, so major issues are uncommon for the Prius V.
How long will a Prius V last?
With regular maintenance, a Toyota Prius owner can expect to get between 200,000 and 250,000 miles out of their Prius, with some owners topping the 300,000-mile mark and going strong. As the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle, the Prius has an established history of reliable service for more than two decades.
Why was Toyota Prius V discontinued?
Toyota's reasoning for discontinuing the Prius V stems from the success of another hybrid: the RAV4. The two essentially were competing for the same customers, so Toyota ultimately decided to discontinue the Prius V and instead focus solely on the RAV4 Hybrid. Sales for the RAV4 Hybrid went up following that decision.30 Apr 2020
What does the V stand for in Prius V?
The Toyota Prius v (for versatile), also named Prius α (pronounced as Alpha) in Japan, and Prius+ in Europe and Singapore, is a full hybrid gasoline-electric compact MPV produced by Toyota Motor Corporation introduced in Japan in May 2011, in the U.S. in October 2011, and released in Europe in June 2012.
What are the differences in the Prius models?
The primary difference between these two models is that the Prius is a hybrid vehicle while the Prius Prime is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), which means you can charge it daily for extra range in EV mode.
Which is bigger Prius c or Prius V?
The most noticeable difference is the body. The standard hatchback is still present on all models, but the Prius c (smallest in the lineup) shows off a “boxier” shape with less passenger volume. The Prius v is basically the same as the standard Prius but with more cargo space.6 Nov 2017
What does Prius C stand for?
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What is the difference between a Prius and a Prius V?
With a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, the standard Prius is a midsize model standing comfortably between a compact car and a hatchback. The Prius V is the largest in the lot, imitating the look of a wagon. The engine is similar to the Prius standard but returns a slightly lower fuel efficiency due to its larger build.18 Feb 2021