Prius C leaked and you know what ? It actually looks pretty damn good

A brochure for the upcoming JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) Toyota Prius c has been leaked.
The Prius c was previewed with a concept model last January in Detroit. Now we get a sneak peek at the production model ahead of its official debut at the Tokyo motor show in December.
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Joe_LimonJoe_Limon - 10/18/2011 1:15:45 PM
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I think its funny that you equate 10-15% weight savings into 20% fuel economy gains.


HoorayforpeepeeHoorayforpeepee - 10/18/2011 1:48:52 PM
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it's closer to the Concept than I thought it would be, I didn't think the lights would make it and they didn't but the rest of the car at that size would be pretty slick


Joe_LimonJoe_Limon - 10/18/2011 2:03:16 PM
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Poor angryinch1,2,3,4,5,6,7.... do you still have a hard time understanding free body diagrams? If so I don't blame you for thinking that 10% weight savings can net 20% fuel economy gains.


Joe_LimonJoe_Limon - 10/18/2011 1:14:29 PM
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Wait, what? Is Hyundai copying Toyota styling before they release models now? Or is it the other way around lol.


HoorayforpeepeeHoorayforpeepee - 10/18/2011 1:44:02 PM
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you obviously have an unbiased opinion about Toyotas Joe.




Joe_LimonJoe_Limon - 10/18/2011 2:00:47 PM
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I'll admit to being biased, but can you admit to seeing the similarities?

http://www.carsfreewallpaper.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/2012-Hyundai-i30-5.jpg

http://cdn1.worldcarfans.co/2011/10/18/medium/664369776143427277.jpg


HoorayforpeepeeHoorayforpeepee - 10/18/2011 2:13:51 PM
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The Hyundai's hood seems completely flat in comparison to the bulbous look on the Prius line up, I guess I have to see the i30 when it comes out, so far it looks like Hyundai is floating 2 front grills.

But to be honnest, if I see a Prius C on the street ( especially with those back lights ) there is no doubt in my mind it's a Toyota, not a single doubt.

I know the Prius concept came out a few years back and when I A/B the concept with the JDM C and current Prius, I see the evolution clearly.

I see allot of Mazda 3 in the I30 tho, don't you ?



HoorayforpeepeeHoorayforpeepee - 10/18/2011 2:16:28 PM
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Here is the front end of the Concept

http://www.allaboutauto.us/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/toyota-prius-c-concept-up-close-2.jpg

Now look at the Production model Prius C, a current model Prius and the concept, I clearly see the evolution


Joe_LimonJoe_Limon - 10/18/2011 2:36:24 PM
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You're right clearly an evolution, this Prius is about 10% concept car, and 90% Hyundai.

As to the Mazda design, yes there are clear lines of the car that are similar, but isn't that expected for most compact hatchbacks?


HoorayforpeepeeHoorayforpeepee - 10/19/2011 2:44:08 PM
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Joe, I guess we agree to disagree


grenouillegrenouille - 10/18/2011 2:27:53 PM
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Prius C is the killer of sub-compact cars , hope the gaz consumpion will be close to what Toyota says 83 miles peg gallon INSANE....


uaw_laxuaw_lax - 10/18/2011 4:07:27 PM
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g2okg2ok - 10/18/2011 4:41:25 PM
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They need to move the information panel to the normal position on the dash instead of the middle in the Prius interior. Otherwise it looks decent for a small car.


carguy68carguy68 - 10/18/2011 5:36:53 PM
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Agree Joe.......This is so KIA/HYUNDAI looking.
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