2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign

2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign

2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign

2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign - Through a launch in Las Vegas USA Toyota showed the fourth generation Prius models. The worlds bestselling hybrid car is now lower wider and longer than the previous generation.

The Toyota Prius will be completely redesigned for the 2016 model year. At an initial unveiling on September 8 the automaker revealed styling for the new Prius but no real details about its drivetrain. Based on what we know its clear that Toyota intends on making the 4thgeneration model its most advanced and dynamic hybrid ever.

The exterior will be 2.4 inches longer and 0.6 inches wider than the outgoing model with a sleeker design Toyota likens to a runner poised at a start line. The height of its front badge has been lowered to the same level as a Scion FRS for improved control and driving feel. Standard LED lights help give a tighter overall look up front.

Inside the cabin Toyota is doing away with the flying buttress console in favor of a more traditional design. A wider instrument panel is intended to keep controls within easy reach while available white accents add a premium feel. Seating has also been redesigned to be more formhugging.

The Prius will be one of the first models to get the Toyota Safety Sense suite of active safety tech. Features include precollision warning with pedestrian detection lane departure warning adaptive cruise and automatic high beams. Beyond meeting a growing demand for added safety features Toyota has promised to make the system more affordable.

2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign

2016 Toyota Prius V Redesign

Sources believe Toyota may also unveil a new allwheel drive Prius which could improve the cars appeal in regions like the Northeast. However this has not yet been confirmed.

Expect full specs to be released at the Tokyo Motor Show in late October.

Official pricing has not yet been announced. Expect Toyota to keep its best selling hybrid accessible with a starting price in the neighborhood of the outgoing model under $25000 before destination.

At this time we know there will be a base model an Eco model and at least one upper trim like the one shown at the September 8 unveiling. Well refrain from too much speculation for now.

The 2016 Toyota Prius is expected to become available at the beginning of 2016. The next generation Prius Plugin will go on hiatus until late 2016 at the earliest. Stay tuned for the latest release info.