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2012 Toyota Prius

$23,015 - $29,805Starting MSRP
2012 Toyota Prius Black
2012 Toyota Prius Black
2012 Toyota Prius Black

Black

Model Highlights
Fuel Economy

50 MPG Comb.

Transmission

Continuously Variable Ratio

Body Type

Hatchback, Sedan

Seatings

5 Seats

Overview

The original Prius set the hybrid standard for the rest of the American car market. It proved that a practical mid-size hybrid vehicle could work and be family-friendly while achieving 50 mpg efficiency ratings. The full hybrid drivetrain of...

What’s new in the 2012 model?

The big Prius news for 2012 is that Toyota is adding several new versions of the Prius-- a bigger Prius v that features more rear seat room and mor...

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Colors

Exterior

Black
Nautical Blue Metallic
Sea Glass Pearl
Winter Gray Metallic
Barcelona Red Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Blizzard Pearl

Specs

EPA Classification: Midsize Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas/Electric I4
Displacement: 1.8L/110
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 98 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 105 @ 4000
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 1
Trans Description Cont.: Continuously Variable Ratio
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Second Gear Ratio (:1):
Third Gear Ratio (:1):
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1):
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1):
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): - TBD -
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 50
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 51
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 48
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3042
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm):
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in):
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P215/45R17
Rear Tire Size: P215/45R17
Spare Tire Size: T135/80D16
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Electric Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 34.2
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 11.9
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Length, Overall (in): 175.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 68.7
Height, Overall (in): 58.7
Track Width, Front (in): 59.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 59.4
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.5
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 21.6
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 67.3
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 93.7
Front Head Room (in): 38.6
Front Leg Room (in): 42.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.9
Front Hip Room (in): 52.7
Second Head Room (in): 37.6
Second Leg Room (in): 36.0
Second Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Second Hip Room (in): 51.2
Vehicle Name: Toyota Prius
Body Style: Hatchback
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 10
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 3.8

Pricing

This model has 15 different trims.

MSRP
$29,805
Invoice
$27,744
Description
1.8L/110, 98 @ 5200, Continuously Variable Ratio
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Fuel Economy

This model has 15 different trims.

City
51 MPG
Hwy
48 MPG
Combined
50 MPG
Description
1.8L/110, 98 @ 5200, Continuously Variable Ratio
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