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Expanded Selection of 2010 Prius Cars at Carson Toyota Serving Los Angeles

Carson Toyota serving Los Angeles is celebrating the 10^th Anniversary of the Toyota Prius with an expanded selection of 2010 models.

The Toyota Prius has been so popular over the years for many reasons. The Prius is the world’s first standard-production hybrid-electric vehicle. Not only is its fuel economy favorable with the inflation of gasoline prices, but also it is still a comfortable, spacious, reliable vehicle, making it a great family car.

2010 Toyota Prius

The 2010 Toyota Prius is available in four trims, the Prius II, III, IV and V. All of them average about 51 city/48 highway mpg. All trims also have an 18-liter, four-cylinder engine, which has actually improved highway mileage compared to earlier models. By making more torque, the engine can run at a lower average rpm on the highway.

There are three driving modes for the Prius. EV-Drive Mode allows driving on battery power alone at low speeds for about a mile, conditions permitting. Power Mode increases sensitivity to throttle input for a sportier feel, and Eco mode helps the driver achieve the best possible mileage.

The Toyota Prius also has many other energy-saving features. These include LED low beams and tail lights, an air circulator (powered by solar panels) to prevent the interior air temperature from rising while the vehicle is parked, reducing the need for air conditioning in the first place. In fact, the 2010 Prius has made an industry first by making the air conditioning system capable of running with the engine off for added interior comfort.

Other improvements the 2010 Prius has are reduced road noise, improved acceleration (zero to 60mph in 9.8 seconds), disc brakes on all four wheels, and a larger interior space. Other features and options include a backup monitor to aid with the view of rear obstacles when the vehicle is in reverse, a voice-activated navigation system, and Safety Connect, Toyota’s first safety and security device. Standard on all trims are color-keyed foldable outside mirrors, heated outside mirrors, rear window electric defogger with timer, UV reduction glass windshield, aerodynamic rear deck spoiler, and roof-mounted XM satellite radio antenna.

Los Angeles Toyota shoppers looking to purchase the 2010 Prius as a family car can also rest assured that it is a safe vehicle. The 2010 Toyota Prius has traction control, a 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), enhanced vehicle stability control, side-impact door beams, front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones, driver and front passenger advanced airbags with an occupant classification sensor, along with many more safety features.

Carson Toyota invites Los Angeles Toyota shoppers to view their expanded selection of the ever-popular 2010 Prius models.

Carson Toyota has been serving Southern California residents since 1974. With an inventory of more than 1,000 new and pre-owned vehicles in stock, a knowledgeable sales staff, expert factory-trained technicians and a state-of-the-art parts and service department on more than 10 acres, Carson Toyota is one of the highest volume Toyota dealerships in the nation. Visit Carson Toyota today at 1333 233^rd Street in Carson, Calif. Or http://www.carsontoyota.com

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