2012/03 Toyota SA @Toyotalive
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TOYM143377/ This brochure is printed on environmentally- friendly paper Part No: PMN04L0002 Toyota SA @ToyotaLive www.toyota.co.za Date: 2012/03 What surrounds me, reflects me. How I live, what I choose to put in my And less of what you don’t want: personal space reflects who I am, 1 opens a window to what I’m about. - Less CO2 emissions INNOVATIVE - Less fuel consumption - Less weight For over a million people all over the planet, the Prius is part of their world, making it the - Less noise INTELLIGENT number one full production hybrid. The Prius is available in the 1.8 top-of- The Prius reflects more of the things you the-range Exclusive model. want in a car and less of what you don’t want in a car. The Prius is a roomy family car. A modern- looking, technologically advanced car. The Prius gives you more of what you want: A “green” car. A fuel efficient car. A car of the future. - More technology - More performance It’s everything you want in a car. The Prius - More space reflects innovation and leadership that’s - More versatility truly incomparable. 1 17 INVESTED SPECS INSIDE INFO 16 HANDLING PERFORMANCE INVIGORATING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS 14 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DESIGN 12 HYBRID SYNERGY DRIVE SYNERGY HYBRID ENVIRONMENT INTUITIVE SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY 8 2 INVITING 6 INTELLIGENT 4 INSPIRED INVOLVED Prius. I’m in. 2 A single vision led to the creation of the intelligent technology that powers the Prius: How can we create a car that does more and electric motor and create a new type of engine less at the same time? that offers the best of both. That’s the principle That offers more performance with less petrol? behind HSD. Petrol engines are inefficient at That offers more space with less weight? low speeds. Electric cars have a limited range That gives us more of what we want and takes due to the battery constraints. HSD solves this by less of what the planet has? automatically switching between the petrol engine and the electric motor when each is at its best for Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) is testament to what maximum performance and efficiency. the Prius is all about – innovation and leadership that results in exceptional fuel economy and lower Drive with Zero Petrol CO2 emissions without leaving performance and At low speeds and in traffic, the Prius is powered an exciting, powerful drive behind. by the electric motor so no petrol is used and the drive is extremely quiet. Even when the petrol engine How HSD Works is engaged, the drive is still luxuriously quiet. Take all the advantages of a petrol engine and an * Combined cycle The Prius achieved the best fuel efficiency in the world for a mass produced vehicle. The achievement represents part of Toyota Motor Corporation’s numerous and ongoing efforts to improve fuel efficiency through advanced vehicle development. The Prius now has a fuel efficiency which exceeds standards by more than 25% and emissions of both nitrogen oxides and non-methane hydrocarbons have also been reduced to levels 75% lower than its 2005 predecessor.* * When compared to other petrol-powered passenger vehicles as of March 2009 as surveyed by Toyota Motor Corporation and as measured using the 10-15 test cycle of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT). 3 More Power to You The petrol engine will also recharge the electric As the speed increases the petrol engine kicks motor’s battery at any speed if the charge level in to produce more power. When a sudden burst requires it. of acceleration is needed, in overtaking for instance, the power of the petrol engine combines with the All this means that the Prius never needs to be power of the electric motor to create a maximum plugged in, has fuel economy better than a diesel surge of power. engine at 4.1 l /100 km*, goes from 0-100 km/h in 10.4 seconds AND cuts CO2 emissions to 94 g/km. Recharge Your Battery At cruising speed, the petrol engine drives the wheels and this motion recharges the electric motor’s battery. When braking, the petrol engine switches off and the car recaptures that energy from the braking system to recharge the electric 1 motor’s battery. 1 The Energy Monitor displays the current operating conditions of the engine and the flow of electric power. It allows drivers to understand the basic energy flow of the Hybrid system For more on Hybrid Synergy Drive, go to www.hybridsynergydrive.co.za 1 START UP 2 NORMAL 3 ACCELERATION 4 DECELERATION 5 STOPPING 1 START UP Electric motor only DRIVING Motor and engine Battery charging Engine Electric motor only Motor and engine (Additional power automatically drawn from shuts off batteries) ENGAGED CARING DYNAMIC PARTICIPATE 4 ACTION UNDERSTAND COMMUNITY-ORIENTEDACTIVIST CONNECTED 5 It’s easy to look the other ATTENTION way but it’s more interesting to be involved and be part of the solution. INTERESTED The Prius not only makes going green easy but exciting and fun. Vehicles are key to our physical freedom. They give us ultimate free rein to go where we want, when we want. Toyota wants to make sure that we can keep enjoying the freedom that cars give us in a way that won’t negatively impact the environment. Toyota calls this Sustainable Mobility and it is this philosophy that powers our thinking so that we can keep driving the vehicles we love in a way that works in harmony with the environment for the long run. It means getting the needs of people and of the planet on the same page. The Prius is living proof of this commitment. Toyota’s Environmental Action Plan influences and informs every part of Toyota operations – from designing new vehicles to manufacturing processes and choice of materials to end-of-life recycling programmes. It’s all about maximising the joy of driving while creating as little impact as possible. The Prius is all about new innovative technologies that not only enhance the driving experience but also keep the needs of the environment firmly in mind. The sunroof of the Prius, which was designed to house solar cells, is evidence of this spirit. This ingenious idea uses the roof to harness the sun’s energy to power the air conditioner and ventilation fan. The solar ventilation system, which is a Toyota-first and the remote control air conditioning system helps keep your vehicle cool whilst it’s parked in scorching hot weather so that you can return to a cool vehicle. This is done by using solar generated electricity to discharge hot air from the interior to the outside cooling down the vehicle so it can stay cool and pleasant even when parked directly in the sun. The system also allows you to save on fuel consumption because of the use of the solar energy. The end result is that you can keep cool while making as little impact to the environment and global warming as possible. Toyota is serious about combating the problems associated with waste tyres in the country and therefore has taken up its producer responsibility as defined by the new Waste Tyre Management Act of 2008. Waste Tyre Registration Number: TPREG0031GAU This brochure is printed on environmentally- friendly paper www.hybridsynergydrive.co.za 6 7 1 Want to see into the future? Take a look at the Prius – it’s sleek and sophisticated yet commanding and muscular. Its style is not only in touch with the times but ahead of them. The Prius is a future classic. 2 3 4 1 Solar Cell sunroof 2 When approaching your Prius with your key, the Smart Entry System unlocks the door for you when you grasp the door handle. The doors can be locked again by touching the touch sensor on the door handle 3 LED headlamps improve visibility for night driving 4 Exterior rear mirrors with integrated indicators 8 At low speeds and in traffic when only The remote air conditioning system activates the the electric motor is in use, the drive cooling system in the vehicle even when outside by is incredibly quiet. simply clicking the button on the remote, this keeps the vehicle’s temperature cool so that the occupants Serene and elegant yet crammed with mindblowing can come back to a cool vehicle. technology and “smart” space, the interior of the Prius stays true to its hybrid spirit by delivering The Prius is roomy enough to seat five with lots the best of both worlds. of legroom yet has lots of small, custom-built spaces for everyday things like sunglasses, coffee The Prius is definitely an all round five star vehicle, cups and CDs. The “smart” space design means and to prove this it has a remote air conditioning that the seats can fold down into four different system, which uses electricity from the HV battery to configurations to make the space flexible enough remotely activate the compressor motor and operate to hold everything a family needs, from groceries the cooling system while the vehicle is turned off. to luggage to golf bags. 1 The CVT gear box creates a smooth-as-silk driving experience 2 The spacious cabin provides ample space for passenger comfort 1 2 In a world that buzzes with non-stop noise, the inner space of the Prius is truly inviting and other-worldly. 3 The glove box keeps items within easy reach 4 “Smart” overhead storage maximises space to keep belongings in place 3 4 5 The cup holders provide 11 easy access to beverages 6 The 12V power outlet is ideal for charging mobile devices 5.1 7 The armrest provides driver and front passenger comfort 8 The boot space is big enough to swallow most things you can think of, without flinching or complaining 5.2 6 7 8 12 1 The driver and passenger front and side curtain shield and driver knee airbags provide optimal safety 2 The Heads-up Display 2 helps you keep your eyes on the road 3 The Steering Wheel E L C Touch Sensor utilises I H E touch sensitive switches V L A and instantly displays the U T C switches touched in the A E H combination meter.