Overview 2001 Toyota Prius Base
The restyled Prius Base is equipped with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2000 version.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Prius comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Prius Base are 66.70 inches wide by 169.60 inches long. It sits 57.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 100.40 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 100,000/96 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $19,995 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,793. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2001 Prius is a SFI system, running on ELECTRIC/GAS . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The Prius Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifty two in-city driving and fourty five when it came to highway driving. Being a electric/gas-powered green car, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Toyota Prius
There are several reasons why the Toyota Prius Base sold well in 2001. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Toyota, specifically a Prius.
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Man, I disagree with the OP about the Prius. My father had similar experiences. Thanks for the post!
Yawn… Not much has changed since 2000 with this sedan.
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There’s no doubt that Toyota is up to it’s old tricks with the Prius? I’m hoping next year’s example is improved.
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