My 2.0 diesel can better that!
Not in automatic form, which is what the prius is.
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The 0-60 figure from Autocar was 10.9 - but with an auto (sort of) this is at least reproducible. Unlike cars with a manual gearbox where sadistic methods, as well as skill, are required to get the ultimate:) As for "economy" - 47.5 mpg was the test average. Performance testing (presumably reflected in the overall average) resulted in figure of 24 mpg, and their touring route provided 56.4 mpg. No doubt all these figures could be improved on, or worsened, depending on one's driving style. The test mileage etc was not given - I have to say it seemed a little sketchy so have some doubts on the rigour. But it seemed to get some credit for improvements, especially handling, and potential for economy. More than reasonable for a hefty vehicle running on petrol.
Edited by nortones2 on 09/07/2009 at 21:45
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hmm. Without wishing to be mean, this Prius is a bit fanciful. My (manual) Toyota has averaged 47.4 mpg over the 10k miles I've had it, although admittedly I do not hammer it. It is also a petrol, but is now 12 years old. I simply do not 'get' the Prius, much as I may admire the aims of the project.
Edited by Toyota Red on 09/07/2009 at 22:20
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The Pruis really isn't designed for the UK or European market, its designed for where they stop at traffic lights a great deal, have a lower motorway speed and use auto gearboxes. It recovers the energy used in slowing down to power the car when it speeds up, very good, buts its offset by extra weight. They are very popular in the US(left and east coast), Canada and Japan due to it meeting their specific needs.
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