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27/10/1995 The first mass-produced hybrid car

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2016 Toyota Prius (ENG) - Test Drive and Review

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Toyota Hybrid - How Hybrid Works?

The first Toyota Prius model went on sale 2 years later. The 1st Prius generation named as NHW10 was available only in Japan. However, it quickly became the world's 1st mass-produced hybrid car. The styling of NHW10 was developed by designers from California.
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    • Etymology and terminology 

    • First generation (XW10; 1997–2003) 

    • Second generation (XW20; 2003–2009) 

    • Third generation (XW30; 2009–2015) 

    • Fourth generation (XW50; 2015-present) 

    • Prius family 

    • Sales 

    • Design and technology 

    • Environmental impact 

    • Marketing and culture 

    • Motorsports 

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