Hatchback got eye-catching design in the style of the hydrogen model Mirai, "acute" landing gear, as well as more economical powerplant.

Fourth-generation Prius is a very important model for the company Toyota, because it is the first car that is based on a new global platform TNGA. With this hybrid hatchback was a modern chassis with McPherson front suspension type and design of the double wishbone rear, which replaced the old torsion. Designers of the Japanese company managed to lower the center of gravity, which is also beneficial to drivability.

 

Design Toyota, perhaps, never was particularly emotional, but boring is not exactly new Prius name. Excellent new look headlamps, raised the hood and bumper of complex shape. Thanks painted in black B-pillar creates the impression that the roof as if "floating" in the air. "Feed" hatchback is very similar to the back of the Toyota Mirai. It looks really nice glass of the fifth door, divided into two spoiler. By the way, the first pictures without camouflage Prius appeared in late August due Photospies.

The Japanese company is not divisible numbers and technical details, but it appears that the car has become a bit longer. The hybrid propulsion system has undergone radical changes and is still based on a combination of gasoline engine capacity of 1.8 liters and an electric motor. Set of nickel-metal hydride battery is recharged become smaller and faster. According to preliminary data, cost Toyota Prius 2016 model year increased by 10%.

 

Recall that the modular platform TNGA was provided by the Japanese at the end of March 2015. For several years, Toyota plans to transfer to this architecture to 50% range. One of its major advantages is the opportunity to increase the rigidity of the body within the 30-65 per cent, depending on the model.

The price of the basic version of the new Prius in the UK may be about 22,000 pounds (about 34,000 dollars).

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