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Jan 18, 2009 | 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Nextourer

Here are the features guys. Feel free to ask me to clarify anything. I was at a private event hosted by Toyota so I got to meet the Execs of TMS and the Chief Engineer.

Features:

- Power Moonroof w/ Solar Panel Ventilation System
- Remote Airconditioning (World's First)
- LED headlights w/headlight washers (separate button for the washers)
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control w/ Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Pre-Collision System
- Voice-Activated DVD-Based Navigation System with Traffic & Weather
- Intelligent Park Assist (IPA)
- Rearview Monitor
- Touch Tracer technology
- P215/45R17 on 17" alloys or P195/65R15 on 15" alloys w/ wheel covers
- Leather-Trimmed Interior
- Heated Seats
- Power Driver's Lumbar Support
- Footwell Lighting
- Illuminated PRIUS HSD Door Sill Scuff Plates
- Bluetooth Audio
- USB Integration
- Automatic Climate Control w/ Plasmacluster
- Safety Connect (Available late 2009). Basically Toyota's version of Lexus Enform
- EV Mode
- ECO and PWR Mode

The little details...

- One-Touch Power Windows
- Illuminated Power Window Switches (a first for a NA Toyota)
- Felt-lined door handle pull
- Nearly flat rear floor
- Sliding centre console lid (a la Lexus IS)
- Shorter shifter movements
- Ambient Lighting
- Larger rear headrests fold when not in use or when folding rear seat
- Driver's seat travels extra inch or two
- Upper and lower gloveboxes no longer have shelves
- Lower glovebox no longer felt-lined

Colours:
Blizzard Pearl
Black
Barcelona Red
Blue Ribbon Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Sandy Beach Metallic
Winter Grey Metallic

Misty Grey (Two-Tone w/ Dark Grey), Dark Grey, Beige

Thanks! Can you describe the "vibe" and feel of how they felt about this car?

Jan 18, 2009 | 11:56 PM

#137

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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX

Thanks! Can you describe the "vibe" and feel of how they felt about this car?

They felt pretty confident with the car, they've talked a lot about the style and design of the exterior. (I'm assuming it's because they're trying to make it look sportier).

They were also amused at the way we disassembled the cars that were on display and I mean literally disassembled. The techies wanted to know all the ins and outs so placement of the oil filter and engine block heater was just as important as what's under the rear seat and the placement of the battery and spare tyre.

I wasn't able to talkto Jim Lentz but there is an interview with him on Youtube that one of us posted

Interview with Jim Lentz:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=4nyRK3-p1kA

The unveiling to us:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=lj_MdK...eature=related

Interview with Bob Carter:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=trpY2-...eature=related

Chief Engineer's Speech:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=CRYRyG...eature=related

One of the Q&A with the Chief:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=SCY_r4...eature=related

Note that it's a little hard to hear what he says, after all English isn't his first language.

Jan 18, 2009 | 11:58 PM

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Another Q&A with the Chief. This one's a little easier to listen to

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=C6veGV...eature=related

Jan 19, 2009 | 12:09 AM

#139

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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX

We haven't one once of data to even begin to argue about the panels. Its innovative and they should be given kudos for putting it on a high production car.

We shall see soon how they help or hurt.

Solar has HUGE potential and will be big in the future of the world. Every day we get enough sun energy hitting earth to provide energy for the whole world for ~18 years. Problem is, first solar panels had an efficiency of about 5%. Current newest Thin Film panels have about 15%. Nano technology promises at least 40%. Once it goes over 50%, we'll be able to pretty much live off solar.

Jan 19, 2009 | 02:14 AM

#140

iKenn

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Wow, sounds better then my IS.

Jan 19, 2009 | 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ren495

Yeah, we are going closer everyday. LED lighting technology, while expensive right now, also offer promise.

Jan 19, 2009 | 08:31 PM

#142

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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX

We haven't one once of data to even begin to argue about the panels. Its innovative and they should be given kudos for putting it on a high production car.

We shall see soon how they help or hurt.

Here's a chart that could help

http://priuschat.com/forums/2010-toy...tml#post778596

Jan 30, 2009 | 06:28 PM

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More US News:

What looks to be the top package will be the silver one shown at the press release. That would be the one with 17" alloys, LED headlights, PCS/ACC/LKA, IPA and so forth. The solar panels and moonroof will not be combined with the above features.