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Car Of The Day: September 1, 2009; Matchbox '08 Toyota Prius
Topic Started: Sep 1 2009, 04:25 AM (444 Views)
Swifty
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The Mustang II is a Mustang too!
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Today's car of the day is Matchbox's 2008 Toyota Prius.

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The Toyota Prius is a full hybrid electric mid-size car developed and manufactured by the Toyota Motor Corporation. It first went on sale in Japan in 1997, making it the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. It was subsequently introduced worldwide in 2001. The Prius is sold in more than 40 countries and regions, with its largest markets being those of Japan and North America. As a top seller in the US market, the U.S. Toyota Prius made up more than half of the 1.2 million Prius sold worldwide by early 2009.

The Prius is the most fuel efficient gas car sold in the U.S. according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) also rate the Prius as among the cleanest vehicles sold in the United States based on non-CO2 toxic emissions. The UK Department for Transport reported the latest Prius is the second least CO2-emitting vehicle on sale in the UK with 89 g/km.


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For more information and pictures of the real car please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Prius

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The license plate says it all- "715 7R55N" = "GO GREEN". And while it may not be apparent yet, fuel economy's the name of the game this week: going green in honor of the recently ended "Cash For Clunkers" program. No, I wasn't a fan of this program- some nice cars ended up clunkered. Regardless of your feelings on the real car, this is a nice casting.

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The Prius was completely redesigned into a mid-size liftback which is between the Corolla and the Camry in size, with redistributed mechanical and interior space that significantly increased the rear-seat legroom and luggage room to exceed that of many larger automobiles. The new model is 6 inches (150 mm) longer than the previous version. Its more aerodynamic Kammback body balances length and wind resistance resulting in a drag coefficient of 0.26 Cd.

The Prius uses an all-electric A/C compressor for cooling, an industry first. The redesigned Prius also adds an electric power steering system to further minimize engine belt-driven engine accessories. Combined with a smaller and lighter NiMH battery, the NHW20 is more powerful and more efficient than the NHW11. In the U.S., the battery pack of the 2004 Prius is warranted for 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 8 years. The warranty for hybrid components in California and the seven Northeastern states that have adopted the stricter California emission control standards is 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 10 years.

It is classified as a SULEV (Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle) and is certified by California Air Resources Board as an "Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle" (AT-PZEV).

Among the Prius's options are Toyota's implementation of a Smart Key System (the feature can be user-deactivated), DVD navigation on the MFD, Vehicle Stability Control and Bluetooth for hands-free calling. A new Intelligent Parking Assist system was available in Japan and Europe since its launch.[24]

Production of the Prius for the Chinese market began in December 2005 by Sichuan FAW Toyota Motor, a joint venture with First Automobile Works.


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diecastdingo
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Sooo - is it better than the Tomica? I'd say about 90% of Tomica quality at a far lesser price. Just judging by the pictures because I haven't got the MB one yet.
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craftymore
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Support your local demo derby.

Found this one several weeks ago. A nice casting of a newer common car.
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jedimario
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I haven't personally seen Tomica's, but this one is very, very good.
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james_autos
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Minivan
Both castings are very good but the Tomica has a painted-on rear window which I hate, which makes me want to like the Matchbox more.
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Sak
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Ezekiel 25:17
I like it!
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JustDavid
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Can't judge until I have on in my hot little hands....still waiting for it to make the grand appearance in Az.
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Sak
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Ezekiel 25:17
Hot little hands.

Just had the wings at KFC, didn't you?
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ivantt
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New casting? Quick! Take it apart!
JD, they've showed up in Nevada.....can't be long before you get them. TRUELY a nice casting.
If you don't find any soon let me know, I'll get an extra for you.
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