Why does my Prius says low battery?
There isn’t any such requirement. It’s just a warning about being sure to have the parking brake on before you walk away. If you tried several times to start the car and it finally did after you applied the parking brake, that’s just the way it happened to play out.
Why is my Prius slow?
Defective Fuel Pump: The fuel pump pulls the fuel from the gas tank to the engine via the fuel lines. If the pump stops working, malfunctions, or becomes clogged, it will not supply enough fuel to the injectors. This can cause the vehicle to accelerate slowly, or even sputter and stall, especially at high speeds.
How long will a 2012 Prius battery last?
First, there’s no need to yell, we’re finally here! And second, Toyota says a Prius battery will last between 100,000-150,000 miles or between 8-10 years.
How can I get more power out of my Prius?
Technically, yes, but probably not in the way that you might like to add horsepower to a Prius. Most enthusiasts would likely opt for a turbocharger or a supercharger kit, but if your platform is a Toyota Prius, then you’re pretty much limited to an aftermarket intake system or just a freer-flowing air filter.
Does the Prius have good acceleration?
The Prius’ powertrain benefits from seamless transitions between the electric motor and gas engine. Though this Toyota has enough power for most driving situations, acceleration is lacking compared with several hybrid and electric car competitors.
Where does the Toyota Prius rank in reliability?
In the 2012 TÜV Report on long-term reliability and vehicle quality (published by Germany’s leading technical inspection association), the Prius continues to show the lowest number of defects, once again ranking No 1 overall this year.
What are the new features of the Toyota Prius?
The new Toyota Prius features a revised exterior design, improved interior sensorial quality, enhanced instrumentation and a range of affordable multimedia and advanced navigation systems: Toyota Touch, Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro. The Toyota Prius remains a front-runner in the field of technological innovation.
When does the new Toyota Prius go on sale?
An important facet of the Toyota full hybrid vehicle market expansion, the new 2012 Prius will now become the first full hybrid vehicle available as a complete stand-alone model range – Prius, Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid both go on sale throughout Europe in the summer of 2012.