What are Toyota's plug-in hybrid vehicles?

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StTheo
07/29/25 9:47pm
Toyota's plug-in hybrid vehicles include: Corolla Hybrid, Prius, Levin Hybrid, and Camry Hybrid. Taking the Levin as an example, it belongs to the compact car category with the following dimensions: length 4640mm, width 1780mm, height 1435mm, wheelbase 2700mm, front track 1531mm, rear track 1535mm, fuel tank capacity 50L, trunk capacity 379L, and curb weight 1320kg. The Levin is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 121PS, maximum power of 89kW, maximum torque of 148Nm, and is paired with a 10-speed continuously variable transmission.
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LeReed
08/15/25 9:16pm
I'm particularly fascinated by Toyota's plug-in hybrid models because they cleverly combine the convenience of traditional gasoline cars with the eco-friendliness of electric vehicles. Currently, there are two main popular models: one is the Prius Prime, which is the plug-in upgraded version of the Prius, with a pure electric range of about 84 kilometers and a battery capacity of 11.6kWh. It can be fully charged in a few hours with a home power source, making it perfect for daily commutes. The other is the RAV4 Prime, a more powerful SUV model with a pure electric range of 75 kilometers and a combined horsepower of 302, offering smooth acceleration and fuel efficiency. Both models recover energy through regenerative braking, with intelligently optimized powertrains for smooth and quiet driving. Toyota is also developing new models, potentially expanding the plug-in hybrid options in the future to provide more choices. From a technical perspective, these vehicles efficiently reduce fuel consumption, are environmentally friendly, and are ideal for drivers seeking innovation.
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