Hybrid Car Specs

Toyota Prius Engine Specs: The Prius Base comes outfitted with a 1.5 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by Toyota, is teamed up with a Toyota 4-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Toyota.

The Prius uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The Prius is 169.60 inches long, 66.70 inches wide, and 57.60 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 100.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the Prius is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 96 months or 100,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $19,995 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,793. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2003 Prius’s traditional fuel system runs on electric/gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel tank holds 11.90 gallons.

The 2003 Prius gets 45 miles/gallon on the highway and only 52 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

We Think…

The 2003 model year was telling year for the Toyota Prius. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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