Consumer Reports Reviews the Toyota Prius c
The Toyota Prius c is a 4-door hatchback offered in a 5dr HB Two (Natl), 5dr HB One (Natl), 5dr HB Three (Natl) and 5dr HB Four (Natl). The powertrains include 1.5-liter 4 hybrid (99 hp) engines, and CVT transmissions. It is Front wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 53 mpg city to 46 mpg highway. The Prius C uses Regular fuel.
Competing models include Volkswagen Golf, Honda Fit, Toyota Prius and Mazda2.
Last Model Reviewed: 2012
Reviewed Toyota Prius cs from Consumer Reports
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- 2012 Toyota Prius c Two 4-cyl CVT
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