2016 Toyota Prius v Canadian Release Date
When you hear the word Prius, chances are you probably immediately think of one specific vehicle, but the fact of the matter is there are multiple vehicles belonging to the Prius family. Today we’re going to look at one of these other Prius vehicles in particular, as its newest version’s upcoming Canadian release date means it will soon be available right here at Go Toyota on the Trail. The vehicle in question is the 2016 Toyota Prius v, the v standing for versatility.
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2016 Toyota Prius v Specs & Features
The 2016 Toyota Prius v is the biggest member of the Prius family, as it is designed for families – hence the versatility. It delivers the same great, mind-blowing fuel efficiency as the other Prius vehicles do, but it offers a boost to passenger volume and cargo capacity, making it a more versatile vehicle than the other models.
“The Prius v is the largest hybrid in the Prius line-up and comes with an impressive complement of standard features and advanced technologies – in a vehicle that meets the needs of Canadian families. Canadians have embraced our industry leading selection of advanced hybrid models. And with generous comfort, convenience, technology and safety features as standard – plus remarkable efficiency and environmental performance – the Prius v is a real-world, tested and proved vehicle that’s also incredibly versatile,”
– Vice President of Toyota Canada Inc., Larry Hutchinson.
So let’s look at the specifics of the vehicle’s efficiency and spaciousness. As for efficiency, the 2016 Toyota Prius v achieves 5.4 l/100km through the city and 5.8 l/100km on the highway. Compared to the regular model, that’s only roughly a litre less per 100 kilometres. When it comes to space, the Prius v offers plenty of space for up to 5 passengers to sit comfortably, plus 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Drop those seats and the Prius v offers 67.3 cu. ft. if you need even more space.
If you’re interested in a 2016 Toyota Prius v of your own, be sure to schedule a test drive here on our website and we’ll let you know as soon as one becomes available. If you have further questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we’d be happy to answer them!