2012 Toyota Prius v

The 2012 Toyota Prius v is the wagon-style variant of the third-generation Prius family. It was built around Toyotas Hybrid Synergy Drive and offers a larger cargo area and more interior room than the standard Prius while retaining the hybrid systems focus on efficiency. Below is a summary of the factory-default (standard) features grouped by category. Powertrain and drivetrain - Hybrid Synergy Drive combining a 1.8-liter Atkinson-cycle inline-4 gasoline engine with an electric motor. - Total system output of roughly 134 horsepower (combined gasoline and electric). - Continuously variable transmission (electronically controlled CVT). - Front-wheel drive layout. - Nickelmetal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery pack. - Regenerative braking system that recovers energy under deceleration and assists the conventional friction brakes. Chassis, steering and brakes - Electric power steering (EPS) for reduced parasitic load and variable steering assist. - Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD). - Brake assist to help under emergency braking. - Traction control and vehicle stability control systems standard. Safety and restraint systems - Full complement of airbags: dual front airbags and side-impact protection; supplemental side curtain airbags covering front and rear outboard seating positions. - Front-seat side airbags and additional occupant protection features consistent with the model years safety package. - Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) for child-seat attachment. - Supplemental restraint system diagnostics and warning indicators. Exterior and lighting - Aerodynamically shaped hatchback/wagon body with a higher roofline for increased cargo and passenger headroom compared with the compact Prius. - Standard halogen headlamps and integrated taillamps; some trims and options packages offered upgraded lighting or fog lamps. - Aerodynamic exterior styling elements and bodywork designed to balance interior volume and fuel-efficiency objectives. - Roof rails offered on some trims or as factory options (depending on market/trim). Interior, seating and cargo - Seating for five occupants as standard configuration. - Cloth upholstery is standard; higher trims offered leather-trimmed seating as an option. - Rear 60/40 split-folding seatbacks with the ability to fold to increase cargo capacity and to allow a variety of cargo/passenger arrangements. - Rear seat sliding feature on the Prius v to allow adjustment between passenger legroom and cargo space (factory default includes the sliding second-row on most trims). - Tilt-and-telescoping steering column and driver ergonomics designed for visibility and control. Climate and convenience - Automatic climate control (automatic temperature control) as a standard comfort feature on the model lineup. - Power windows and power door locks with remote keyless entry as standard equipment. - Cruise control included as standard equipment. - Steering-wheel-mounted controls for audio and phone functions for hands-on access. Infotainment and electronics - AM/FM audio system with CD player and MP3 playback capability; USB and auxiliary input ports for portable media devices standard on base systems. - Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and basic audio streaming functionality available on factory-installed head units. - Multi-information display including energy flow/eco-driving information, trip computer readouts, and fuel economy feedback integrated into the instrument cluster. - Factory navigation system and a larger color display were available as optional equipment on higher-level packages (may include a backup camera with the navigation or technology package depending on factory configuration). Other factory equipment and features - Standard alloy wheels (wheel size varies by trim). - All-season tires sized for the factory wheels. - Standard warran