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TOYOTA Prius 1.5 Auto-AV 2WD (4 cyl)

Manufactured by: Toyota Motor Company

Year: 2009

Combined MPG: 46

Average Annual Fuel Cost ($): $535

Annual CO2 Emissions (lbs): 5061

EPA Air Pollution Score: 9.5

Made in Japan - 6240 miles away from you

Average Eco-rating Average Eco-rating: A product's balance between environmental and economic considerations. The product that has the highest Average Eco-rating is both environmentally preferred and cost-effective to purchase and own.		97
Environmental Impact Rating: based on Consumption Rating (see below), annual pounds of CO2 emitted, manufacturing location and manufacturer's commitment(s) to environmental stewardship (visit the How We Rate page for details). The higher the rating, the lesser the environmental impact of the automobile relative to others within the category.		88
Consumption Rating: based on consumption of fuel per gallon driven (MPG efficiency) expressed as a percentage of the most efficient vehicle within the category. The higher the rating, the more fuel-efficient the automobile relative to others within the category.		100
Lifecycle Cost Rating: cost of ownership relative to the other featured automobiles, based on national average prices for diesel ($2.23), gasoline ($2.05), and ethanol/E85 ($1.87) as of May 4, 2009, assuming the average lifetime of a vehicle is 9.2 years and average miles driven per year is 12,000 (purchase price not accounted for). The higher the rating, the more cost-effective the automobile is to own relative to others within the category.		100
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Our Environmental Impact Rating for Automobiles is based on a product's Consumption Rating (see below), annual pounds of CO2 emitted, manufacturing location and manufacturer's commitment(s) to environmental stewardship (visit the How We Rate page for details). The higher the rating, the lesser the environmental impact of the product is relative to other products within the category. CO2 emissions are calculated using a vehicle's annual fuel consumption, assuming that the average vehicle travels 12,000 miles per year, multiplied by 22.2 for diesel-powered vehicles and 19.4 for gasoline-powered vehicles (22.2 = pounds of CO2 emitted per gallon of diesel used; 19.4 = pounds of CO2 emitted per gallon of gasoline used, according to the U.S. EPA).

We do not currently include the toxicity that may be associated with vehicle parts; we are currently in pursuit of the research that will support such conclusions.

The higher the Environmental Impact Rating, the lesser the environmental impact of the automobile relative to others within the category.

Our Consumption Rating for Automobiles is based on a product's consumption of fuel per gallon driven. The Consumption Rating is a comparison of each automobile’s efficiency, expressed as a percentage of the most efficient vehicle within the category. The higher the Consumption Rating, the more fuel-efficient the vehicle. Vehicle MPG data is obtained from the U.S. EPA.

Our Lifecycle Cost Rating for Automobiles is determined according to a product’s cost of ownership relative to that of other comparable products. The rating calculates the cost to drive a vehicle based on the national average prices for diesel ($2.23), gasoline ($2.05), and ethanol/E85 ($1.87) as of May 4, 2009. Annual Fuel Cost assumes the average lifetime of a vehicle is 9.2 years and average miles driven per year is 12,000. The higher the Lifecycle Cost Rating, the more cost-effective the product.

Purchase price is not accounted for in the Lifecycle Cost Rating for Automobiles at this time. Please see your local dealer for pricing.

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Fuel Efficiency

Only 1% of the fuel used to move your vehcile is used to move you; the other 99% is used to move the weight of the vehicle and anything else that may be in the vehicle. Vehicle efficiency (measured in miles per gallon, or MPG) is therefore of utmost importance when selecting a vehicle. We think the top three reasons to look for a vehicle with high MPG ratings are to:

1. Save money

Save as much as $200-$1,500 in fuel costs each year by choosing the most efficient vehicle that meets your needs.

► Eco-rate's Lifecycle Cost Rating for vehicles factor-in the purchase price of the vehicle, MPG, average national cost of fuel ($2.23 for diesel, $2.05 for gasoline, and $1.87 for ethanol/E85 as of 5/4/2009) and average miles driven per year (12,000) to determine how much a car will cost you per year and over its lifetime (9.2 years). The higher the rating, the most cost-effective the vehicle.

2. Reduce climate change

Carbon dioxide (CO2) from burning gasoline and diesel contributes to global climate change. According to the U.S. EPA, CO2 emissions from a gallon of gasoline equals 19.4 pounds and CO2 emissions from a gallon of diesel equals 22.2 pounds. The average vehicle emits 12,500 pounds of CO2 per year.

► Eco-rate's Environmental Impact, Consumption and Toxicity Ratings for vehicles factor-in CO2 emissions emitted per gallon per year; and EPA Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Scores. CO2 emissions are calculated using a vehicle's annual fuel consumption - based on MPG ratings - and assumes the average vehicle travels 12,000 miles per year. The higher the ratings, the less CO2 emissions and pollutants the vehicle emits.

3. Reduce oil dependence

Oil is a non-renewable, finite resource, and we cannot sustain our current rate of use indefinitely. Using it wisely now allows us time to find alternative technologies and fuels that will be more sustainable.

► Eco-rate's Consumption Rating is based on vehicle efficiency measured in miles per gallon relative to that of the most efficient automobile on the market, expressed as a percentage. The higher the rating, the more efficient the vehicle and the less amount of fuel it uses.

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