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In a recent press release, it was revealed that the upcoming 2016 Prius will come with exciting new improvements to the engine that will allow it to achieve "the highest fuel economy of any vehicle without a plug. Toyota's famous hybrid will feature a 1.8-liter VVT-I engine, capable of 40 percent thermal efficiency; an unprecedented figure. Overall, a 10 percent increase in MPG is expected, with an Eco model capable of an even greater improvement.

Redesigns of the transaxle and electric motor have resulted in a better power-to-weight ratio, and a significant reduction in...

Toyota continues its commitment to excellence and environmental sustainability through the success of our hybrid and electric vehicles. To break down the numbers, we at Szott M-59 Toyota Scion want to present the following graphic, describing just how much CO2 our cars have allowed customers to save -- for themselves and those around them.