Go Greener with the Toyota Prius

May 19, 2016

As one of the strongest proponents of hybrid vehicles, Toyota continuously supports the greener side of the business. Since 1997, the company estimates to have saved over 5.8 billion gallons of gas around the world as well as reduced CO2 emissions by 58 million. Classic Toyota is proud to carry cars like the Toyota Prius and inform about the multitude of benefits when it comes to hybrids.

The 2016 Toyota Prius is an exciting hatchback with great improvements over its predecessors. It’s much quieter and offers more cargo space, which in hybrids is sometimes taken up by batteries. It runs on a 1.8-L four-cylinder engine and a pair of electric generators that work together to power the front wheels. Those amount to a respectable 121 horsepower.

Choosing a hybrid doesn’t mean sacrificing safety or interior features. Some versions of the Toyota Prius come standard with a blind spot monitor and cross-traffic alert, as well as forward collision and lane departure warnings. A quality 7-inch touchscreen responsively aids the driver in a variety of multimedia and information aspects.

What’s more, Toyota Financial Services announced its third Asset-Backed Green Bond, which totals $1.6 billion. Following up on introducing the industry’s first-ever bond for hybrids, this initiative shows the Toyota brand’s ongoing commitment to the cause. This results in funding new leases and financial contracts for customers.

“Toyota is dedicated to finding environmentally sustainable solutions in everything we do,” said Mike Groff, TFS President & CEO, in a press release. “That commitment extends even to our funding activities, where the Green Bond is an example of the innovation that TFS brings to the financial marketplace. The Green Bond reflects our commitment to enabling consumer access to environmentally friendly vehicles.”

At Classic Toyota, we get enthusiastic about the benefits of green cars, such as better mileage and reduced emissions. Visit our Toyota dealership serving Chicago, IL to learn more about how a hybrid can change your driving experience.