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2012 Prius C

Fuel? It sips. Performance? It zips. Price? It dips. Enter the entry level Prius C.

The five-door hatchback brings Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive to the subcompact segment. A city-centric car (hence the c) the youngest member of the Prius family is designed to appeal to buyers looking looking for a hybrid that's fun to drive. The vehicle combines spirited driving dynamics with a sporty character.

 

The triangular silhouette embraces a cabin that offers plenty of headroom before tapering into the rear of the vehicle. In contrast, the underbody is wider, with flares that help give the car a sturdy yet agile stance. From the finned side mirrors to the rear spoiler, components are designed to help reduce drag and improve aerodynamics. Even the wheels are designed to reduce wind resistance.

About a foot and a half shorter than the Prius, the playful Prius C is sized for city driving and city parking. Not that it's veered away from its heritage. Like all Prius vehicles, it achieves outstanding fuel economy. In the city, Prius C has an estimated rating of 53 mpg, making it one of the most fuel efficient vehicles without a plug. With an estimated rating of 46 mpg on the highway, the car achieves a combined rating of 50 mpg.

Inspired by an "eco-fun" design concept, the interior features patterned seats and a dash with panache. Seats offer greater support, and the vehicle's suspension and insulation help reduce noise and vibration. Standard features include Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, steering-wheel audio controls and nine airbags.

The USB port and auxiliary terminal are in an open tray area in front of the passenger seat that's ideal for storing electronic devices. Adding a new level of connectivity is the available Toyota Entune multimedia system, which leverages mobile smartphones to provide access to navigation, entertainment and information services.

Prius C joins three other family members: Prius, Prius V and the Prius Plug-in Hybrid. The fledgling arrives this spring when winter white turns green.

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