prius
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Re: prius
Hi,
This is a confusing question so I will re-word it into something that can be answered. I think you are asking what were the changes between the different Prius models?
The Prius has gone through three generations:
1) NHW10 - sold only in Japan, it had the weakest hybrid system and batteries. However, it proved the concept, 1997-1999
2) NHW11 - the first model sold in the USA, has a stronger hybrid system and improved batteries. More power is available and improved systems. This is the model I drive, 2000-2003
3) NHW20 - the current model sold in the USA has the strongest hybrid system and a lower voltage, smaller yet more capable battery pack. It also uses a motor operated airconditioner compressor instead of engine driven. In Europe and Japan, it has an electric vehicle operation button, 2004-current.
It was recently reported by a hybrid skeptic, CNW Marketing, that there is only a 4-day inventory, not the usual 60-day inventory. This means they are sold nearly as soon as they arrive and there are frequent reports of advanced sales.
From a performance standpoint, the USA EPA ratings:
52/45 - City/Highway MPG for NHW11
60/51 - City/Highway MPG for NHW20
If you will click on the "Comparison" tab, you can see what drivers have reported.
Bob Wilson
Originally Posted by etienne
what micrenvironmental factors affected the introduction and re-launch of the prius
The Prius has gone through three generations:
1) NHW10 - sold only in Japan, it had the weakest hybrid system and batteries. However, it proved the concept, 1997-1999
2) NHW11 - the first model sold in the USA, has a stronger hybrid system and improved batteries. More power is available and improved systems. This is the model I drive, 2000-2003
3) NHW20 - the current model sold in the USA has the strongest hybrid system and a lower voltage, smaller yet more capable battery pack. It also uses a motor operated airconditioner compressor instead of engine driven. In Europe and Japan, it has an electric vehicle operation button, 2004-current.
Originally Posted by etienne
and how well had toyota dealt with these factors?
From a performance standpoint, the USA EPA ratings:
52/45 - City/Highway MPG for NHW11
60/51 - City/Highway MPG for NHW20
If you will click on the "Comparison" tab, you can see what drivers have reported.
Bob Wilson