Toyota Prius+ updated for Europe

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is launching for the European market an updated version of the Prius+Toyota Prius Gen.3Japan, 2010 > present52 versions
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. The hybrid seven-seater has been on sale in Europe since 2012 and now receives a new front and rear design and new safety systems.

Regarding the design Toyota reshaped the front of the Prius+ further linking it to the rest of the brand model range. The vehicle receives a new upper grille accented by the Toyota logo placed in a three-dimensional extension of the bonnet.

One of the new features are the headlights which have been designed according to the "Keen Look". The Prius+ gets a single cylindrical Bi-Beam projector for both high and low beams. The contrasts between dark elements and chrome detail make the new design stand out.

The new design also includes a large trapezoidal lower grille finished in glossy metallic black. The impression of width of the new Prius+ is fostered by the corners of the bumpers which now have a three-dimensional shape coming down from the headlights to the new air intakes and new daytime running lights.

At the rear the Prius+ also gets a new design of the lighting clusters, making the car more recognizable. Toyota made ​​changes in the area of the registration plant and the bumper, which now includes an integrated diffuser.

Inside Toyota will include in the new Prius+ seats with electric adjustment. The cabin is available in black or grey cabin, and with a choice of 3 upholstery finishes: fabric, fabric with ‘Toyota E-Tex’ leather side bolsters, and full Toyota E-Tex’ leather seats.

Technology is another of the strengths of the new Prius+. Toyota will introduce as standard the Intelligent Park Assist system that uses a rear camera and ultrasonic sensors in the front bumper to help parking.

In terms of safety technology the new Prius+ includes a new Emergency Brake Signal that in case of sudden braking activates all exterior lights in order to try to prevent rear shocks. Braking capacity of the Pre-Crash Safety system has been improved and can now reduce the speed by 60km/h. The Hill start Assistance system is now automatically activated when the car detects an upward gradient.

The engine of the Prius+ has also been upgraded and now meets the Euro 6 emissions standards.

The arrival of the new Prius+ to the European market is scheduled for January 2015.