A high point in the sedan market is the Toyota Prius. In 2001 Toyota rolled out an upgraded version of the Prius with one versions: Base. Sales for the Prius, especially the Prius Base, were brisk during 2001 and 2002. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2001 Toyota Prius Base Specs

Standard equipment in the Prius for 2000 and 2001 includes the 1.5 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 4 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic CVT Transaxle puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Prius.

The fuel system for the 2001 Prius is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 11.90 gallons.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Prius uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The Prius is 169.60 inches long, 66.70 inches wide, and 57.60 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 100.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $19,995, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,793. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

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.

Fuel Efficiency

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.

Parting Shots

The 2000 model began the promise of the Toyota Prius. The 2001 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Toyota hopes that the Prius Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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