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I almost turned down this Prius Hybrid tester due to a busy schedule and not being too excited about the car. I’ve never been a fan of the hybrid model but was pleasantly surprised after spending a week with the new, fuel-stingy compact. Once I received the vehicle, my expectations changed as I looked at the exterior design and stepped inside.
Prius, now in its fourth generation, receives significant changes in both appearance and driving characteristics. We drove the base model 2016 Toyota Prius Two Eco and saw the changes that were made firsthand. 
This is a different Prius. It needed a redesign and Toyota steps up to the plate with a big at bat. Did Toyota hit a home run"  What?s New For 2016"
Toyota’s most prominent hybrid vehicle has been fully redesigned. The new Prius features a steeply angled windshield, a lowered nose, and a raised rear end, now with a spoiler. Measuring 2.4 inches longer than before, the 2016 Prius is nearly an inch lower, maintaining its aerodynamic shape. The Eco model is all about fuel efficiency.
Features & Options
The 2016 Toyota Prius Two Eco ($24,700) is lighter by 65 lbs. compared to the standard Prius. It subtracts the spare tire, rear wiper, and other items to cut weight, reduce aerodynamic drag, and increase fuel efficiency. It also uses a lighter, smaller lithium-ion battery pack.
Standard features include LED ...