2012 Toyota Hybrid Comparison
For 2012 Toyota offered 3 distinct hybrid vehicles the Camry Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid and the Prius. In addition there were 4 variations of the Prius Hybrid, the Prius, Prius C, Prius Plug-in and the Prius V.
2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid
The Toyota Camry Hybrid LE and Camry Hybrid XLE both come with a 4.5 liter, 4 cylinder engine, and automatic transmission. The Camry Hybrid LE has an estimated (EPA fuel economy) of 43 mpg City and 30 mpg highway while the Camry Hybrid XLE scores a little lower at 40 mpg City and 38 mpg highway. The hybrid system net horsepower is 200hp.
Drive power is controlled by an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. There is an impressive array of standard safety features including Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST). There are also 10 airbags installed in this vehicle.
2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
The 2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4x4 SUV has a 3.5 liter, 6 cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and gets a SPA Fuel economy rating of 28 mpg City and 28 mpg highway. The V-6 and electric motors have a hybrid system net horsepower of 280hp. The maximum recommended towing weight is 3,500 lbs.
The 4WD-i models (Highlander Hybrid Limited) are equipped with front and rear electric drive motors and has an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission with planetary gear unit for gear reduction and power splitting; electronic all-wheel drive control system.
2012 Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius has a 1.8 liter 4 cylinder engine that gets 51 mpg in the city and 48 mpg highway (EPA fuel economy). The combination of the gas engine and electric motors gives a hybrid system net horsepower of 134 hp and uses front drive wheels and regenerative braking.
All Toyota Prius models employ the Star Safety System ? which includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
2012 Toyota Prius C
 2012 Toyota Prius C The Toyota Prius C has a 1.5 L, 4 cylinder engine that gets an EPA fuel economy of 53 mpg in the City and 46mpg Highway
The Toyota Prius C was debuted at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. The Prius c has the highest rated city fuel economy estimate of any vehicle without a plug*; 53 mpg in the city, and 46 mpg on the highway, for a combined rating of 50 mpg and comes with the lowest MSRP of the Prius vehicles starting at $19,000
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in
The new Prius Plug-in combines the benefits of the standard Prius model?s hybrid vehicle operation with extended electric vehicle (EV) driving and more affordable pricing than pure electric or range-extender type vehicles. The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid will allow true EV operation and performance for up to 15 miles at speeds up to 62 mph, along with quick home charging using a standard AC outlet and 15-amp dedicated circuit. A full charge using an external AC outlet takes approximately 2.5 to 3.0 hours using a 120v household outlet or 1.5 hours using a 240v outlet. The included 120v charging cable connects to the charging port inlet located on the right-rear fender.
2012 Toyota Prius V
The Toyota Prius V has a 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder engine that gets a EPA fuel economy score of 44mpg city and 40mpg highway.
The Advance Technology Package that comes standard with the Prius 5 includes all contents in the Navigation Package; Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Pre-Collision System (PCS), Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Advanced Guidance Parking System (APGS)
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