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By Ron Jackson
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a traning class for the 2010 Prius. All I can say is WOW! What a vehicle! Toyota took what was already the #1 selling Hybrid vehicle and made it even better. The new body style although close in shape to the previous generation because of its low coefficient of drag has great lines and a sportier look. The interior cockpit is comfortable and everything is layed out within arms reach. The available technology in the Prius V is amazing. The vehicle practically drives itself!
Here are how the trims breakdown
II
Driver door Smart Key system
Auto up/down power windows
Automatic air conditioning with electric A/C Compressor (this means at a light when the gas engine shuts off the A/C does not.) (Honda does)
Star Safety System including VSC
Front Active Headrests
Touch Tracer Display
AM/FM Cd audio system with 6 speakers
III
JBL AM/FM/CD Changer eith integrated satellite radio MP3/WMA playback capability, hands free phone capability via bluetooth wireless technology and 8 speakers.
IV
3 door Smartk Key
Leather-trimmed interior and seats
Heated Front Seats
Plasmacluster air purifier
Auto-dimming mirror rearview mirror with Homelink
Water Repellent driver and passenger windows
IV
17" Alloy wheels
LED headlamps with washers and auto leveling feature
Integrated fog lamps (*only 2% of the the Prius coming to our region are going to have this package)
Available Options
Advanced Technology Package (Prius V)
(AT) Dynamic Radar Cruise Control(DRCC) [12], Pre-Collision System (PCS) [20], Lane Keep Assist (LKA) [13], Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) [14]; Voice-activated touch-screen DVD navigation system [6] with JBL® AM/FM/MP3 4-disc CD changer, eight speakers, integrated satellite radio capability, XM NavTraffic® [6]capability, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, and integrated backup camera [8]
Navigation Package (III IV V)
(NV) Voice-activated touch-screen DVD navigation system [6] with JBL® AM/FM/MP3 4-disc CD changer, eight speakers, integrated satellite radio capability, XM NavTraffic® [6] capability, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, and integrated backup camera [8]
Solar Roof Package (III IV) (currently not building for this region but can order)
(SR) Power tilt/slide moonroof [7] with Solar Powered Ventilation System [1] and remote air conditioning system [2]; Navigation Package (NV) Voice-activated touch-screen DVD navigation system [6] with JBL® AM/FM/MP3 4-disc CD changer, eight speakers, integrated satellite radio capability, XM NavTraffic® [6]capability, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, and integrated backup camera [8]
I also got to check out the new Honda Insight. I would have to wonder why anyone would actually consider a it over the 2010 Prius especially when you take into account the Prius II is only $800 more. The Prius beats the 2010 Honda Insight in every aspect. Gas mileage, interior space, available options, not to mention pure looks. If you are over 5 10" don't try to sit in the back of the insight because you will hit your head on the back window. Prius VS Insight advantages
Here are the advantages of 2010 vs the 2009
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More powerful
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More front leg room, wider cabin, and more cargo space
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More standard safety feature
The vehicle is simply impressive. We are expecting our first one within a few weeks. We are taking orders for anyone interested. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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