Mention a pioneering hybrid car, and one can't help but talk about the environmentally friendly Toyota Prius. Toyota Prius reviews raved about this ultra low emissions vehicle and the Prius's hybrid engine innovations. Prius gas mileage has reached a legendary milestone in gasoline saving technology. The Nissan Leaf, Honda Civic Hybrid, and the Ford Fusion Hybrid fall short of the 2011 Toyota Prius when it comes to Prius mpg savings and environmental intelligence. The 2011 Prius, available at Toyota of Deerfield Beach in Florida, has a brief but rich history in shaping the future of the electric-gas hybrid car.It all began in 1997 as the Toyota Prius went on sale in Japan as the very first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. Before arriving in the United States in August 2000, the 2001 model year Prius was offered to dealerships like Toyota of Deerfield Beach and via the Internet as a single-spec trim level vehicle. The Prius featured AC, power door locks and windows, ABS and other amenities. It contained the Toyota Hybrid System powered by an all-aluminum, 1.5-liter VVT gasoline engine with 70 horsepower at 4,500 rpm and a 25-kilowatt battery pack producing 34 horsepower. The Prius is a full hybrid, meaning it can operate in the gas or electric mode, or both. Another Prius innovation is a regenerative braking system, which charges the battery with kinetic energy generated during deceleration and braking so there is no need to charge it like an all-electric vehicle.
The first-generation Prius was a certified Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle with an EPA estimated fuel economy rating of 52 miles per gallon in the city and 45 miles per gallon on the highway. Its technical advances and low emissions led to a variety of awards throughout 2001 from environmental groups like the Sierra Club and engineering groups like the Society of Automotive Engineers. Thus began a revolution in hybrid car technology that has continued to grow at Toyota of Deerfield Beach in Florida.
At Toyota of Deerfield Beach, the 2011 Toyota Prius is the best choice for an affordable mid-size car. With a starting MSRP of 21,650, the Prius is an economical decision that is easy for any family to make. With a 50+ miles per gallon gas rating, the savings increase every time you drive your Prius from Toyota of Deerfield Beach. With five incredible trim levels, an improved gas engine, and a more powerful electric motor for greater power and fuel savings, the Toyota Prius deals at Toyota of Deerfield Beach do not get any better than this! Stop in and see us about any 2011 Prius and start saving your hard-earned gasoline dollars for a rainy day.
