The Toyota Prius c ( c stands for "city"), named Toyota Aqua ( "aqua" is Bahasa Latin for water) in Japan, is a full hybrid gasoline hybrid hatchback manufactured and marketed by Toyota Motor Corporation. The Prius c is the third member of the Prius family, and incorporates features of a Yaris-sized car with a hybrid powertrain. The Prius c is priced lower than the conventional Prius and has a higher fuel economy in city driving under the US Environmental Protection Agency's testing cycle. The Prius c is classified by the EPA as the most fuel efficient compact car of 2012 when plug-in electric vehicles are excluded.
Aqua production version was launched at 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. Production of the Prius c was introduced in the US in January 2012 the North American International Automotive Exhibition in Detroit. Aqua was launched in Japan in December 2011 with a price of  ¥ 1,69 million ( US $ 21,700 ). Sales in several Asian markets began in January 2012. Prius c was released in the US and Canada in March 2012. Sales in Australia and New Zealand began in April 2012.
Aqua is considered the most successful launching board in Japan in the last 20 years. In January 2017, Aqua/Prius c is the second most sold hybrid of Toyota Motor Corporation after the regular Prius, with 1,380,100 units sold worldwide. Japan as the market leader with 1,154,500 units sold until January 2017. Aqua is the best new car in Japan for three consecutive years, from 2013 to 2015.
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Prius c Concept
Toyota Prius C concept car was unveiled at the North American International Car Show in January 2011 in Detroit. Toyota explains that the 'c' in 'Prius c' means "city" -centric vehicle because it is much smaller than the normal Prius and is intended for younger buyers without families who do not need much space.
Together with the introduction of Toyota Aqua production version at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, the car manufacturer also showcased two other Aqua concepts, Aqua Kiriri and Aqua Piriri versions.
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Specifications
Built on an enhanced and oriented platform by the Yaris, the Prius c features Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive Generation 3 with DOHC 1.5 liter four-cylinder, 16-valve with VVT-i petrol engine, same engine model and displacement as in Early Prius but now "without belt", with all drive accessories replaced by electric motors operating whether the engine is running or not.
Unlike previous Prius HSD, the Prius c incorporates a separate planetary disassembly line for ICE/MG1 (internal combustion engine/generator-motor one, this line is commonly referred to as "power separation device", with MG1 performing double duty as an ICE starter and alternator battery charging HV to charge HV battery, HV through dc-dc converter to charge LV battery), and MG2 (motor-generator two, this line is newly referred to as "motor speed reduction device", with MG2 doing double duty as traction motor (propulsion) and HV battery recharging alternators), thus allowing higher electrical performance (this is limited mainly by the MG1-to-final-drive ratio, and, of course, MG1 capacity), and higher performance hybrids (this limited mainly by the MG2-to-final-drive ratio, and, of course, MG2 capacity), with gear ratios, the rotational speeds of MG1 and MG2, are now better adapted to eg each of the sion functions, in smaller and lighter weight packs. The chain drives found in Gen 1 and Gen 2 HSD are also removed, replaced by helical gears in Gen 3 HSD. The MG2 ratio is 2.5: 1 rather than 1: 1 as in the previous HSD, thus allowing the physical size of MG2 to be reduced to the MG1 cross section. The Prius v and Prius Plug-in share the design of this basic 3 Gen (P410 transaxle, for both of these), but not its specific implementation, and unique to the Prius c and its lower maximum weight, and low HSD horsepower (P510 transaxle, for Prius c, North America; Prius Aqua, Japan; and Yaris Hybrid, Europe).
The hybrid system includes new high voltage batteries and inverters, and a smaller additional 12 volt battery. Both batteries are placed under the seat of the rear passenger seat, and are easily accessible by service personnel, but are protected from possible collision damage by the welded steel tubular enclosure that also acts as a support for the rear seats. Placed under the passenger seat, a large high voltage battery does not affect the trunk space, unlike previous Prius battery traction. This location for the traction battery also significantly lowered the center of gravity of the Prius c, and improved road handling.
The hybrid powertrain weighs about 40 kg (less than  £) compared to the standard Prius Liftback. The 1NZ-FXE engine generates 54 kW (73 hp) and the HSD motor has 45Ã, kW (60 hp) power. Total output is rated at 74 kW (99 hp).
Compared to the standard Prius Liftback, the 2,550 mm (100.4 in) wheelbase of the Prius C is 150 mm (5.9 inches) shorter, and the overall length of 4,000 mm (157.3 in) is 490 mm (19.1 in) shorter. This puts the Prius c in the American subcompact class. The Japanese version also complies with Japanese government dimensions regulations that reduce tax obligations. The use of the 1.5 liter engine also reduces the annual Japanese Government road tax liability.
Fuel economy and emissions
Under the United States Environmental Protection Agency's testing cycle, the Prius c 2017 is ranked 48 mpg -US (4.9 L/100 km; 58 mpg -imp ) city and 43mpg -US (5.5Ã, L/100Ã, km; 52Ã, mpg -imp ) highway, for a combined fuel economy of 46 mpg -US (5.1Ã, L/100Ã, km; 55 mpg -imp ). The emus c emission certification is SULEV.
Prius c ranks by EPA as the 2012 model year of the most fuel-efficient compact cars excluding plug-in electric vehicles. When an electric-powered car is considered, the Chevrolet Volt is ranked at the top of the compact car category, followed by Prius c.
Production
Prius c assembled at Iwate Toyota Motor Factory East Japan, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, in Kanegasaki, Iwate in northern Japan. Toyota's initial production capacity for Aqua/Prius c at this facility is 12,000 units per month, with a maximum production capacity of 30,000 units per month.
The decision to produce Toyota Motor East Japan (formerly Kanto Auto Works) was motivated by the 2011 T - hsu earthquake and tsunami - Toyota provides a valuable economic contribution to the region in providing jobs and development related to production.
2015 Update
The first facelift Prius c was presented at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2014. The new model features a front bumper and revised headlights similar to the GT86, with a more aggressive and aerodynamic look. The rear lights are also modified, now incorporating black plastic segments towards the cutting edge. The interior has metal HVAC ventilation, as well as a redesigned climate control cluster.
The second facelift Toyota Prius c was released in 2018 with minor minor changes. Changes include; re-establishment of bonnets, new bumper and new wheel arches. But the powertrain is not changed, still using a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
Market and sales
During 2012 a total of 315,406 units were sold worldwide, led by Japan with 266,574 Aquas sold, representing 84.5% of the global sales model. Prius c is not available in Europe, on the contrary, Toyota sells Toyota Yaris Hybrid since June 2012. The Yaris Hybrid share the same powertrain with Prius c. Global sales of Aqua/Prius c pass the 500,000 milestone in August 2013, and 1 million milestones during the first half of 2015.
In January 2017, Aqua/Prius c is the second most sold hybrid of Toyota Motor Corporation after the regular Prius, with 1,380,100 units sold worldwide. The market leader is Japan with 1,154,500 units sold, capturing 83.6% of global sales. The second rank is the US with 177,218 units sold until December 2016, and Canada with 11,879 until April 2016. A total of 31,000 units have been sold worldwide until April 2016. For three consecutive years, 2013 to 2015, Aqua is Japan's best-selling new car. Aqua is considered the most successful launching board in Japan in the last 20 years.
The following table presents retail sales since Aqua shipments began in December 2011 for the nation's best-selling market year after year until April 2016.
Japanese
The Aqua was launched in Japan in December 2011 at a price of  ¥ 1,69 million ( US $ 21,700 ), and is available in all Toyota Japan network Toyota Store, Toyopet Shop, Corolla Store and Toyota Netz . Toyota initially set a sales target of 12,000 units per month, but before its market launch, Toyota has received orders for 60,000 Aquas, creating a four-month waiting list for delivery. As of January 31, 2012, the number of orders increased to 120,000. Aqua is the third best-selling new car in the Japanese market in February and March 2012, and ranks second from April to September, only surpassed by a mix of regular Prius and Prius sales, as Toyota reports sales of both models together.. Aqua was ranked as the best-selling new car in Japan in October 2012, surpassing the combined Prius regular and Prius? Sales, which finished second, ending the Prius record of being the best-selling car in Japan for 16 months in a row. Aqua continues to be the top selling spot by December 2012, and with 266,567 units sold in 2012, Aqua was ranked as the second best-selling car of the year after the Prius brand. When the sales of both Prius models are broken down, Toyota Aqua is ranked as the top selling model in Japan, including the kei car, and Aqua lead monthly sales from February to December 2012.
Aqua continued as the best-selling car in Japan for every month in the first quarter of 2013, and after the second rank behind the Toyota Prius during the second quarter, Aqua returned to the best-selling car in Japan during the third quarter of 2013. A total of 262,367 Aquas were sold in 2013, down 1.6 % of 2012, however, Aqua topped new car sales in Japan in 2013, including sales of kei cars. With 233,212 units sold during 2014, down 11.1% from 2013, Aqua is the best-selling new car in Japan for the second year in a row. Once again in 2015, with 215,525 units sold, down 7.6% from 2014, Aqua was ranked as the best-selling new car in Japan. During the first quarter of 2016, the Prius liftback surpassed Aqua as a new best-selling car, and ended in 2016 as the second best-selling new car with 168,208 units sold.
Since its introduction, a total of 1,154,500 units have been sold in Japan by January 2017, representing 83.6% of the global sales model. In addition to being the best-selling new car in Japan for three consecutive years, 2013 to 2015, Toyota Aqua is considered the most successful nameplate launch in the Japanese market over the last 20 years.
United States
Prius c sales begin in the US in March 2012, with prices starting US $ 18,950 plus destination charges US $ 760 . After three days in the American market, the automaker announced that the Prius c became "one of Toyota's best-selling vehicles." During the first month on the market, the Prius c sold 4,875 units, accounting for 17.0% of Prius family sales in the US A total of 35,733 units were sold during 2012, and the Prius c ranks as the fourth best-selling hybrid car in the US that year. During 2013 a total of 41,979 units were sold, allowing the Prius c to rank third as the best selling hybrid car of the year, behind the Prius liftback and Camry Hybrid sedans. During the first nine months of 2014, Prius c sales fell 4.7% compared to the same period in 2013, following a downward trend similar to the overall hybrid segment in the American market. As of December 2016, a total of 177,218 units have been sold since its introduction in March 2012.
Prius c offered in four trim named Prius c One through Prius c Four. The base level of Prius c One includes power windows and door locks, automatic climate control, Multi-Information Display (MID), Hill Start Assist Control (HAC), Remote Keyless Entry, halogen beam headlight projector, audio-mounted steering controls, 4-speaker audio, Bluetooth hands-free phone control, Bluetooth and an additional USB outlet, and a rear wiper intermittent. Prius c Four, which sells for US $ 23,230 also includes Softex-trimmed seats, heated front heater with sein light indicator, alloy wheels, and fog lamps.
For the 2015 model year, the Prius c receives a lightweight facelift with changes to the front and rear lights and bumpers. Three new bright colors have also been added to the North American product line.
Canada
Toyota Canada launched the Prius c in March 2012 with prices starting CA $ 20,950 ( US $ 21,100 ). During the first month on the Canadian market, 328 units were sold and the Prius c represented about 25% of Toyota's subcompact sales that month. A total of 556 units were sold in April, the first full month on the market, accounting for 39% of the Prius family's total sales and 33% of Toyota's subcompact sales. A total of 2,530 units were sold during 2012, 2,816 units in 2013, and sales declined to 2,776 in 2014, and recovered to 3,029 by 2015. Since its introduction, a total of 11,876 Prius c hybrids have been sold until April 2016.
Australia
Prius c was released in Australia in April 2012 starting from A $ 23,990 ( US $ 24,426 ). The second trim with a higher spec model is called the Prius C i-Tech and is priced at A $ 26,990 ( US $ 27,480 ). A total of 1,883 units were sold during 2012, well above the Prius v (936 units) and the conventional Prius (861 units). Sales during the first half of 2013 reached 1,242 units, again exceeding the Prius v (539 units) and Prius liftback (277 units). Once again in 2014, sales of the Prius c (1,654) surpassed his brothers Prius v (722) and the Prius hatches the third generation (487). In April 2016, cumulative sales since its introduction reached 7,432 units.
Other countries
Excluding the Japanese and North American markets, a total of 25,462 units have been sold in other countries in September 2014.
- Costa Rica
Prius c was introduced in 2012 with prices starting at US $ 36.000 . Like other electric propulsion vehicles sold in the country, the Prius c is subject to lower import duties and local taxes. Since October 2012, Prius c owners are exempt from driving restrictions by license plates used to control access to downtown San JosÃÆ'Â ©, the state capital.
- Ecuador
Toyota launched the Prius c in Ecuador in April 2012, with a standard price of US $ 26,900 .
- Hong Kong
A total of 358 Prius c sold during 2012, exceeded the combined sales of conventional Prius (132 units) and Prius v (113).
- Malaysia
Prius c was launched in Malaysia in February 2012, where it cost RM97,000 ( US $ 31,750 ) including insurance.
- New Zealand
Prius c sales in New Zealand began in April 2012, starting with a price of NZ $ 30,990 ( US $ 25,400 ).
- Philippines
Toyota launched Prius c in the Philippines in January 2012, with an introductory price of 1,475,000 ( US $ 34,250 ).
- Singapore
Prius c was launched in Singapore in January 2012, costing approximately S $ 115,988 (~ US $ 93,257 ) for basic trim and approximately S $ 118,988 (~ US $ 95.670 ) for Snazzy is trimmed by COE of S $ 64,209 (~ US $ 51,625 ) as of March 2013.
- Sri Lanka
Toyota Aqua made in Japan is sold in Sri Lanka and sold very well in Sri Lanka market. Then Toyota Lanka introduced the Toyota Prius c
- Taiwan
Toyota launched the Prius c in Taiwan in March 2012, starting at NT $ 859,000 ( US $ 29,100 ).
- Uruguay
Toyota first launched Prius C in Uruguay in 2012, priced at US $ 39,900. Currently, the price is too high compared to other vehicles in the market. Therefore, it sold less than 10 cars. Six years later, with some tax deductions for hybrid vehicles, Toyota tried again with restarling Asia and the United States 2018 at a new price of US $ 25,990
Recognition
- The Prius c is one of five finalists for the 2013 Green Car of the Year awarded by the Green Car Journal at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
- In November 2012, Consumer Reports rated Prius c as the most reliable 2012 model vehicle in the United States. This magazine is based on this ranking on reliability data obtained through an annual automated survey that includes 1.2 million vehicles owned or leased by customers to Consumer Reports. Previous magazines have given negative reviews to the Prius c. This magazine basing this previous rank on a driving test by its own testers.
See also
- Toyota Prius
- Toyota Prius v
- Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
References
External links
- Toyota Prius C global site
- Videos
- Prius production model c
- Prius c concept in 2011 NAIAS
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