Toyota Unveils New Prius | Edmunds

The present fourth-generation Toyota Prius has been round since 2016, and time hasn’t been variety to the Huge T’s venerable hybrid. It was first rate sufficient when it debuted, however various newer fuel-sippers have relegated it to lifeless final in our rating of finest hybrids. And when you think about new variations of the Accord Hybrid, Civic Hybrid and Kia Niro Hybrid are on the best way, the Prius’ aggressive edge (to the extent that it even has one) shrinks even additional.

Right this moment, Toyota pulled the wraps off a brand new Prius, and we solely have one factor to say. Gimme. Now.

The brand new fifth-generation Prius eschews the conservative designs of older fashions, going off in a route that boldly differentiates it from different Toyotas. Actually, it actually solely shares the full-width taillight and downward-sloping crease on the rear bumper with the Mirai hydrogen automobile; all different design cues appear to originate on this new Prius.

Issues are just a little extra acquainted on the within. The steering wheel and instrument panel (now in entrance of the driving force, the place it belongs) are borrowed from the bZ4X electrical SUV, whereas the middle stack seems to be an evolution of the design discovered on the RAV4 and Camry.

Keep tuned to this house as Toyota reveals extra details about the brand new Prius. A full reveal is anticipated at this yr’s Los Angeles Auto Present.