2010 Toyota Prius finally unveiled at 2009 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS)

With global sales expected to rocket in 88 countries when it is offered commercially, the 2010 Toyota Prius, which has become the gold standard for gas efficiency in a vehicle, made its debut at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, and didn't fail to impress. While the car still leaves a bit (to put it mildly) to be desired design wise, the improvements mechanically should allow this to handle much better. The third generation Prius is scheduled to hit the 50 MPG fuel economy barrier and many expect it to keep going with each new release.

Here's the specs:

POWERTRAIN
1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with VVT-i
Engine horsepower: 98 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Engine torque: 105 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Electric motor: Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Electric motor power output: 80 hp/153 lb-ft torque
Hybrid system net horsepower: 134 hp
Emission rating: SULEV (with AT-PZEV)
Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission
Drive System: Front-wheel-drive
Hybrid battery pack: Nickel-metal hydride
Estimated fuel economy: 50 mpg (combined)*

DIMENSIONS (inches)
Overall Length: 175.6
Overall Width: 68.7
Overall Height: 58.7
Wheelbase: 106.3
Ground clearance: 5.5
Coefficient of Drag: 0.25
Wheels: 15-inch alloy wheels
17-inch alloy wheels (optional)
Tire Size: 15-inch: 195/65R15
17-inch: 215/45R17 (optional)
Seating Capacity: 5
EPA class rating: Midsize

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