As one of the first and most successful hybrid vehicles produced for everyday drivers, the Toyota Prius has led the green energy vehicle trend for over a decade. The 2024 Toyota Prius possesses echoes of the features that made the OG Prius so popular, but it has several updates that fit contemporary drivers who expect high tech and safety to be priority features.
This year’s base LE has a 222-volt lithium-ion battery and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 150 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. The net output produced by the hybrid engine is 194 horsepower. Along with this hybrid powertrain, the LE has a front-wheel-drive drivetrain perfect for suburban and urban driving.
Fuel efficiency is a major appeal for a hybrid vehicle. The 2024 Prius has one of the leading fuel efficiencies on the market since the LE gets 57 MPG in the city and 56 MPG on the freeway. Since the LE has an 11.3-gallon fuel tank capacity, this means you can travel over 600 miles in the city or on the highway when the tank is full.
Interior
The Prius has always impressed drivers with its spacious interior. The LE has a five-passenger seating capacity and a total cargo volume of 23.8 cubic feet when the seats are in the upright position, which is more than enough cargo space for gear, groceries, and large luggage. The cargo area also has a standard tonneau cover to keep your belongings hidden and secure.
The LE has a single-zone climate control system that manages the temperature for the entire cabin space. This AC unit comes with pollen filtration, which is a welcome relief for allergy sufferers. A Smart Key System simplifies vehicle entry and ignition. This model has 40/60 split-folding rear seats so you can make room for extra cargo, such as tall sports or camping gear.
Exterior
The LE extends the convenience of this hybrid with key exterior features like heated power-folding side mirrors. The heated mirrors can prevent ice, fog, and rain from clouding up your side mirror view, while the folding feature makes it easier to park near walls.
This model also has bi-LED projector style headlights that boost the power of the headlight bulbs for incredible road illumination, as well as automatic high beams that sense when to turn on and shut off based on surrounding road conditions.
Multimedia
This hybrid also has excellent multimedia features, such as wireless compatibility with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. With these apps, you can access all of your favorite entertainment apps in your vehicle so you never have to stop playing your favorite song.
The 2024 Prius continues to be a leader among hybrid cars even as more hybrids debut on the road. Check out the latest Prius model at Toyota of Kingsport in Kingsport, TN.
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