The Toyota Prius is almost solely responsible for putting hybrid technology at the map. In nearly 20 years of hybrid availability, the automaker has expanded this fuel-saving capability to almost every segment in which it competes. Toyota took the next step with the newest member of the Prius family. The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime in Milford, CT has arrived with world-class fuel economy scores, new connectivity and other digital convenience technologies. Toyota has also included the ability to connect to today’s most popular smartphone applications. From a usability standpoint, the 2020 Prius Prime has room for up to five passengers and plenty of cargo space to meet just about any need. Colonial Toyota customers can schedule a test drive with the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime today by calling 203-403-6890.

Potential buyers looking for a nimble and efficient platform would serve themselves well to take a close look at the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime. The five-passenger interior design can easily be configured to accommodate plenty of cargo. Riders in the back seat can have up to 33.4 inches of legroom, depending on how far back the driver and front passenger set their seats. Additionally, when the 60/40 split rear seats are folded down, the 2020 Prius Prime can hold up to 19.8 cubic-feet of cargo. Toyota has set the bar for active safety systems in the global automotive industry. All trims of the 2020 Prius Prime are equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense-P system which provides constant monitoring to help drivers avoid dangerous situations before accidents can even occur. This also includes pedestrian protection protocols.

Performance Specs

All versions of the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime are powered by a 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engine attached to an electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission. It will produce up to 121 horsepower. The real story of the vehicle’s performance specs is its efficiency. Drivers can expect to achieve up to 55 miles per gallon in the city and 53 miles per gallon on the highway. Additionally, the 2020 Prius Prime can travel up to 25 miles using only stored electrical power.

New Technology

One of the biggest changes Toyota has made to the 2020 Prius Prime is the addition of Apple CarPlay® compatibility built-in to the manufacturer’s popular infotainment system. All of it is controlled by a 11.6-inch multimedia display. Keeping devices charged will be important with the 2020 Prius Prime. Wireless charging is an available option. In addition to smartphone application-compatibility, the 2020 Prius Prime also works with the Amazon Alexa digital home assistant.