OREANDA-NEWS.  Russian dealers of Toyota began taking orders for a brand new Prius, which was a hybrid power plant of new generation. Novelty cost is 2 million 112 thousand rubles.

As the press-service of "Toyota Motor" informed, the basis of a hybrid power system of new generation of is a petrol engine of 1.8 liters, which is developing maximum output of 98 hp. The new timing control system VVT-i and electronic throttle ETCS-i reduce the fuel consumption in either mode with the maximum output. The use of an electric pump in the cooling system and electric air conditioning compressor provides quick engine warm and passenger compartment, as well as contribute the further fuel economy. The new Prius hybrid propulsion system also distinguishes a new transmission.

Fourth-generation Prius got a new high-voltage Ni-Mh battery that provides the extended run on electricity. The more compact dimensions of the new battery allowed to place it under the rear seat and to make the floor of the luggage compartment lower by 11 cm, by achieving both optimal weight distribution and an increase in the volume of the luggage compartment. The total capacity of the hybrid power installation of new generation is 122 hp. The warranty on the components of the hybrid installation Prius is valid for 5 years or 100 thousand kilometers, depending on what occurs first.