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Extended MPG 2016 Liftback ???

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Emcguy, Apr 4, 2016.

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  1. Emcguy

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    How long before some tech-head figures out how to put the 8.8kwh prime battery into the lift-back. Being Toyota I'm sure the packaging is quite similar. I also realise the one way clutch is missing and an external charger maybe required but just imagine how many blended miles you could get...and...WITH 5 SEATS.
     
    #1 Emcguy, Apr 4, 2016
  2. IMkenNY

    IMkenNY Im just being nosy

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    With all the inexpensive used plug in hybrids out now the demand to modify a non plugin prius has greatly dimished.

    For example, a used Ford c-max energy with Prius Prime ev distance, five seats and limited cargo capacity can be found for around $10,000 here in tropical Western NY.
     
    #2 IMkenNY, Apr 4, 2016
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    no one ever did it with the pip, so, unlikely to try it with the prime. those days seem to be over. maybe someone will build an fcev in their garage.
     
    #3 bisco, Apr 4, 2016
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    Not long as long as the 3rd party installers are willing to invest in creating a PHEV option for Gen 4 owners. It might be a smaller battery, however. (to keep a flush rear floor for those cars without a spare tire, rather than reducing cargo space).
     
    #4 Tideland Prius, Apr 5, 2016
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