Toyota Prius (XW30)

For a complete overview of all Prius models, see Toyota Prius.

Toyota Prius (XW30)
2009 Toyota Prius (ZVW30R; pre-facelift, Australia)
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production
  • March 2009 – 2015
  • December 2011 – 2015 (China)
Model years2010–2015
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car (C)
Body style5-door fastback/liftback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformToyota New MC platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission1-speed planetary gear
Hybrid drivetrainPower-split Hybrid
Battery1.3 kWh Nickel-metal hydride[6]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length
  • 2010-2011: 4,460 mm (175.6 in)
  • 2011–2015: 4,481 mm (176.4 in)
Width1,745 mm (68.7 in)
Height
  • 2010-2011: 1,480 mm (58.3 in)
  • 2011–2015: 1,491 mm (58.7 in)
Curb weight1,379 kg (3,040.2 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorToyota Prius (XW20)
SuccessorToyota Prius (XW50)

The third generation Toyota Prius debuted as a compact liftback manufactured and marketed by Toyota, having launched in 2009 for model year 2010 at the January 2009 North American International Auto Show.[7] Internally designated as model XW30 and replacing the XW20 series, sales began in Japan on May 18, 2009.[8]

Noted for its more aerodynamic bodywork and a claimed drag coefficient of Cd=0.25, an underbody rear fin helps stabilize the vehicle at higher speeds. The third generation is also noted as the first production engine without efficiency-robbing accessory drive belts.

Since its launch in 2009, global production reached approximately 1,688,000.[9]

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