Bob Smith Toyota

PLUG ?in Buzz
Do you hear the Buzz, yes it is true. The New 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in.
How does the Prius Plug-in work?
The Prius Plug-in requires no special charging station. T o Charge the vehicle, simply plug it into any standard 120V. If its charge depletes while you're driving, the vehicle switches over to full hybrid mode, operating just like a regular Prius, still giving you outstanding mpg.
What are the benefits of the Prius Plug-in?
With the Plug-ins extended EV mode
*Prius Plug-in EV mode works under certain conditions up to near freeway speeds for approximately 10-15 miles on a full charge. Sudden acceleration or climate control usage may prevent EV mode usage.
*CAUTION! When driving a hybrid vehicle, pay special attention to the area around the vehicle. Because there is little vehicle noise in electric-only mode, pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the area may not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching them, so take extra care while driving.
You'll be able to make many of your daily local trips without a single drop of gas.
*Based on preliminary combined 50-mpg estimates determined by Toyota and 9.54 gallons of gas. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary. Actual topography and road conditions are not taken into account.
And because it's backed by Hybrid Synergy Drive, you could get up to 475 miles on a single tank, depending on driving conditions.
*Based on preliminary combined 50-mpg estimates determined by Toyota and 9.54 gallons of gas. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary. Actual topography and road conditions are not taken into account.
You also get the convenience of Plug-in charging and rapid recharge times: 3 hours with a standard 120V household outlet or 1.5 hours with a 240V outlet.
How will plugging in the vehicle at home affect your power bill?
The Prius Plug-in draws approximately on kilowatt and takes approximately three hours to charge. But since electricity rates vary greatly depending on where you live and utility company you use. We can't determine exactly how much it will cost you to plug in the vehicle. Your bill will also be affected by how often you charge you Prius Plug-in.
Where and will  the Prius Plug-in be available in 2012?
The Prius Plug-in will be available starting around Spring 2012 in California,