The Toyota Prius is a 4-door hatchback offered in 5dr HB One (Natl) , 5dr HB Two (Natl) , 5dr HB Three (Natl) , 5dr HB Four (Natl) , 5dr HB Five (Natl) , 5dr HB Advanced (Natl) and 5dr HB (Natl) . The powertrains include 1.8-liter 4 hybrid (134 hp) engines, and CVT transmissions. It is Front wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 51 mpg city to 48 mpg highway. The Prius uses Regular fuel.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Toyota Prius V , Ford Fusion , Lexus CT 200h and Lexus HS Hybrid .
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