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Toyota Prius: Fifth-generation car to be a hybrid tech 'front-runner'
No longer the darling of the eco crowd, the Toyota Prius will march on into a fifth generation, possibly debuting as early as 2022.
4 Years Ago
2008 Toyota Prius
The 2008 Toyota Prius is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $37,000 for the base variant and topping out at $46,900 for the I-Tech variant.
There are 2 variants of the Prius available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-2003.
The 2008 Prius was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Toyota Prius include electric motor (82kW/478Nm), electric motor (82kW/0Nm) and 1.5 in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (82kW/0Nm). All variants feature automatic continuously variable transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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2008 Toyota Prius
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Derek Fung
Toyota Prius: Fifth-generation car to be a hybrid tech 'front-runner'
No longer the darling of the eco crowd, the Toyota Prius will march on into a fifth generation, possibly debuting as early as 2022.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Toyota Prius recalled
Seven Toyota Prius hatchbacks are being recalled due to a fault with the hybrid system.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Hydrogen-powered Toyota Corolla and Prius set to launch in 2023 - report
Toyota will reportedly introduce a hydrogen-combustion powertrain in its Corolla and a hydrogen plug-in hybrid in its Prius in 2023.
4 Years Ago
2008 Toyota Prius
Dimensions
4,445 mm
1,725 mm
1,490 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,445 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,725 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 429 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Toyota Prius
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Toyota Prius is the base variant that starts from $37,000.
See all Toyota Prius PricingThe most expensive Toyota Prius is the I-Tech variant that starts from $46,900.
See all Toyota Prius PricingThe largest Toyota Prius is the base variant which measures 1725mm wide, 4445mm in length and sits 1490mm tall.
All variants of the Toyota Prius have a maximum power of 82kW and 478nm of torque.
The Toyota Prius is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota Prius is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1725 kg.
The Toyota Prius is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
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