2008 Toyota Hybrid Prius

The 2008 Toyota Prius ranks 10 of the 25 Affordable Medium Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 40 published reviews and test drives of the Toyota Prius, and our analysis of the reliability and safety of the data. The car using 1.3L I4, 8 valves, 110 hp @ 6000 rpm, Hybrid - Electric engine which gives 40 mpg city / 45 mpg hwy speed. The Prius ranks solidly in the middle of the pack, when considered as a hybrid or as a mid-sized sedan. The Prius, the ranking is based on the industry-leading fuel economy, combined with a spacious interior and a standard equipment package that makes it competitive as a medium-sized car, and not just a hybrid.

• The performance of the 2008 Toyota Prius is competitive with a number of medium-sized conventionally powered cars.
• The car used a four-cylinder gasoline engine ting to two electric motors, a continuously variable transmission with built artificial shift points, electronically assisted steering and regenerative braking, all the features found in few other cars.
• Driving the Prius requires some adjustments of most drivers.
• The steering is a light touch, its regenerative braking is noticeable, but performs well, and the acceleration, while it is not to win any drag races, able to keep abreast of the highway.