Hybrid cars are the latest hot research topics; Toyota a world renowned auto figure has conquered this segment with the launch of Prius in 1997 in Japan. The car has been an instant success and the company is geared to introduce the 2015 Prius model which is the fourth generation model.
The second gen Prius was introduced in 2004, and looks classy, the trendy effect is highlighted by the creative stream line body sculpt. The streamlined body is the stand out feature of Prius and is Toyota’s unique recipe for the car. Prius is one of the best looking cars in the market, and the expectations for 2015 model are naturally enormously high. The design structure of 2014 Prius is derived from NS4 concept model. An exterior feature that has flown with Prius for years is the artistic aerodynamic body, and the effect in new car will be more tremendous than before.
The highlight of 2015 Prius is the aerodynamic sculpt, and the car will be tailored on a novel platform called Toyota New Global Architecture. The principle behind this new platform is to bring about a more aerodynamic product. The interior décor will be better than the current model, and the equipments are positioned in accordance with driver’s convenience.
Consumers today rely on attractive fuel efficiency packages, because of the hectic life pace contributed by rapid industrialization over the past few years. Based on report provided by Green car the fourth gen Prius will move with an improved mileage of 55mpg, and according to sources is not much of an improvement compared to 50mpg noted in the earlier model.
The new Prius will move with a better engine packed with ground breaking lithium ion battery technology. This is Toyota’s first move with insertion of lithium ion battery and the earlier models ran on nickel metal hydride battery. Lithium ion battery will improve the efficiency factor of the car enabling superior electricity storage, density and energy. The principle behind the working of lithium ion battery technology is the chemical processes that take place in Atkinson cycle gasoline power train observed in current model.
The expected price structure of 2015 Prius is $ 24,025 and can exceed $ 30,000, and since it is a 2015 launch, the car might arrive in showrooms by 2014 end. Auto companies and labs all over the globe are working on greater hybrid car theories. Most of the new launches are tailored with an eco-friendly theory and the emission levels are in accordance with stringent EPA regulations. The fourth gen Prius is tailored with greater aesthetics and will be more reliable than its predecessor in terms of mileage and smooth movement contributed by a lighter aerodynamic body.
Though the technology is not very new, hybrid cars have not taken off as expected, the reason could be the high cost involved in building these models and the impact is greater under the current constrained economy. Also significant amount of research has to be conducted on the feasibility impact of hybrid battery technology.
2015 Prius is a benchmark in the advancements of hybrid technology in terms of lighter body and superior mileage.
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