How does the Hybrid Vehicle work?

STARTING UP In most conditions, only the electric motor is engaged, saving fuel and delivering instant torque with minimal emissions. ACCELERATING & CRUISING The gas engine and electric motor team up to provide the ideal mix of power for seamless acceleration. Excess energy is used to help recharge the battery. DECELERATING & BRAKING The electric motor takes over. The regenerative braking system converts braking energy into electric energy to help recharge the battery onboard the vehicle. RESTING & REVERSING When stopped, the gas engine shuts down to conserve fuel – unless the battery is running low. When reversing at low speed, only the electric motor is required.

What is Hybrid Synergy Drive?

The Hybrid Synergy Drive also enables many features unique to hybrids, from the added power and efficiency of regenerative braking to four driver-selectable driving options (Normal, Power and ECO plus Electric Vehicle operation for short distances) to suit any style and driving condition.

What are the safety features of this Prius?

Safety is always standard on a Toyota, so every 2013 Toyota Prius features seven airbags (dual-stage driver and front passenger, driver knee, front seat mounted side, and front and rear head/side curtain) plus Active Front Headrests with Whiplash Protection, front seatbelt pre-tensioners and force limiters, anchor points for child seats, child protector rear door locks, an LED rear high mount stop lamp, and a direct tire pressure monitoring system. The 2013 Prius is also standard equipped with the six active safety technologies of the Star Safety System: Antilock Brake System, Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control and Smart Stop Technology work together to help drivers avoid potential accident situations.