GT5 Transcripts/Toyota PRIUS G Touring Selection (J) '03

In September 2003, the 2nd generation Toyota PRIUS made its debut. The main selling point of the 2nd generation gasoline/electric hybrid was the concept of "Hybrid Synergy Drive".Punctuation is inside the quotation in the game. Its ecological performance and its power were both improved.
Its most distinguishing characteristic is its power unit, the Toyota Hybrid System 2Spelled as 'II' in the game., upgraded from the previous generation. Though its concept has not changed, the controlled voltage has been raised to 500 voltsCapitalised in the game.. This increased the motor output by approximately 1.5 times, to 50 kW. The special 1.5 L DOHC engine has also been improved, reducing friction and improving output to 75 BHP. Together, the combined power equivalent to a 2.0 L engine has been attained.
In addition, by utilising high-tensile steel and plastics, the body weight has been reduced by 150 kg. With improvements in the regenerative brakes, the 10/15 mode fuel economy reached the highest in the world for its time, at 2.8 l/100 km.
The body platform was redesigned from scratch, and in addition to making it lighter and more rigid, it was made into a larger 5-door hatchback instead of the previous 4-door saloon.
The interior not only looks futuristic, but also utilises a practical, ergonomic design concept. The raised centre console instrumentation allowed the driver to keep their eyes not far from the road, and a small elliptical steering wheel and Japan's first electro-shiftmatic transmission was utilised.
What was even more unique was the world's first EV drive mode. Depending on battery status, it can run completely on electricity for 1.0 km at speeds up to 55 km/h. There were also models with suspension enhancements as well. This is a car that has managed to avoid sacrificing ease of use, while providing a naturally eco-friendly ride.
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