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Toyota Prius c

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 75% Detailed ratings

Price $21,235 – $26,890 Payments

Fuel consumption 4.5 – 5.1 L/100km

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Smaller than the regular Prius, the Prius C is the city version of the world's most popular hybrid. Since its total length is less than 4 metres (3,995 mm) and its wheelbase is 2,550 mm, this sub-compact is a cinch to park. With a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine working in tandem with an electric motor, the Prius C offers a combined total of 99 horsepower and an average fuel consumption rate of 4.5 L/100 km.

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Review: 2016 Toyota Prius C

The Prius has simply become a brand, and a big reason is because the Prius is an affordable hybrid. Where the premium charge for most hybrids means recouping the up front costs takes a lot of driving before any return on the investment, the little Prius C begins repaying it's …

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Fuel economy	9/10
Reliability	9/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

Subcompact cars

Fuel economy	9/10
Reliability	10/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

Plug-in hybrid vehicles

Fuel economy	9/10
Reliability	10/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

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July 20, 2017

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