The Japanese car maker is one of the first manufacturers to bring premium hybrid vehicles to India, and they are still very much focused on these vehicles for the Indian market. After successfully selling more than 10.05 million hybrid vehicles globally Toyota has just launched the new Prius – called the Hybrid Pioneer – and the updated Camry India in India. Both models are powered by the most advanced and eco- friendly Hybrid Synergy Drive: the world’s leading hybrid technology. The Camry Hybrid is India’s first strong luxury hybrid. Also being the first and the only hybrid model to be manufactured in India, the Camry Hybrid has come a long way ever since its introduction in 2013 in India. The revolutionary hybrid technology, dynamic exterior, superlative comfort and uncompromising safety standard makes the new Camry hybrid futuristic on every count.
The 2.5-litre engine with an electric motor produces a total system output of 200bhp. This advanced hybrid technology reduces fuel consumption and offers a mileage of 19.16 kmpl. The new Camry Hybrid is competitively priced at Rs. 31.98 lakhs (Ex- Showroom New Delhi). The Camry Hybrid also qualifies to receive a markdown of Rs. 70,000 in its price under the FAME (Faster Adoption & Manufacturing of Electric cars) scheme and the benefit is passed onto the customer. The new Prius combines an all new Sporty design with enjoyable driving dynamics that defy conventional notions of an Eco car. The Prius is also the first vehicle to be built on Toyota New Generation Architecture (TNGA).
The TNGA platform means low-stance designs, giving the cars a lower centre of gravity than before, which in turn results in better suspension, stability and handling. TNGA and the latest in Toyota’s Hybrid technology blends the best of petrol engine and electric motor for a maximum efficiency of 26.27 kmpl with minimum emission. The all-new Prius comes with a powerful 1.8 L petrol engine that delivers a superior torque making the new Prius a pleasure to drive. As the pioneer of Hybrid Technology, Prius in India will be utilized to showcase the advanced technology and the Prius DNA which Toyota intends to carry forward in future. Priced at Rs. 38.96 lakhs (Ex-showroom New Delhi) the new Prius will be available in one grade – Z8.