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At a glance
| Price new | £18,355 - £21,195 |
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| Used prices | £1,016 - £4,199 |
| Road tax cost | £10 |
| Insurance group | 15 - 16 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 643 miles |
| Number of doors | 5 |
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Available fuel types
Hybrid
Pros & cons
PROS
Low emissions and great economy
CONS
Technology still in its infancy, CVT only transmission option
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Overview
This is Toyota’s latest stab at the ‘Hybrid’ market – a car that’s both petrol and electric. In fact the Prius was good enough to beat more conventional models and win Car of the Year 2005. Hybrid vehicles work by using a petrol engine to charge a battery. At low speeds, the engine will switch to electric mode. The larger car firms expect the use of this fuel technology to grow in years to come, so expect to see more around.
Review contents
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Overview Currently reading
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Practicality & safety
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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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Ownership cost
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