Ch-Ch-Changes: 2008 Toyota Prius

2007prius0615

Toyota is battling with Saturn over the title of the most affordable hybrid on the market. The 2008 Prius reclaims that title with a stripped “Standard” version that will start at $20,950. There will also be the better equipped “Touring” model, which starts at $23,220. Neither price includes a $660 destination charge.

Saturn’s Aura Hybrid isn’t a full hybrid like the Prius, but the Aura enjoyed the honor of being the lowest priced hybrid when it debuted at $22,045 earlier this year.

The 2008 Prius will arrive at dealers in August and, besides the new trim designations, remains basically unchanged from the 2007 model.

Related
More Forecast News (KickingTires)
Saturn Prices Aura Green Line Hybrid Sedan (KickingTires)

TrackBack

TrackBack URL for this entry:
http://www.typepad.com/t/trackback/823772/20469526

Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Ch-Ch-Changes: 2008 Toyota Prius:

Comments 

Doesn't Toyota supposedly lose money on every Prius due to the high cost of the hybrid powertrain? I know they were willing to do that to keep their lead as the "greenest" car company, but won't the lower prices hurt even more? Or have they sold enough of them now that they're turning a profit? Or are they also responding to slowing demand for hybrids?

What's the point?

How do you know there is a point- some people may just like asking questions...

the General versus Toyota-sama for the title no holds barred knock-down drag-out cage match of the 21st century.

Grab your popcorn boys, and pull up a chair.

Hybrid's seem reasonably priced.

Post a comment 

Please remember a few rules before posting comments:
  • If you don't want people to see your email address, simply type in the URL of your favorite website or leave the field empty.
  • Do not mention specific car dealers by name. Feel free to mention your city, state and brand.
  • Try to be civil to your fellow blog readers. This blog is not a fan or enthusiast forum, it is meant to help people during the car-buying process and during the time between purchases, so shoppers can keep a pulse on the market.
  • Stay on topic. We want to hear your opinions and thoughts, but please only comment about the specified topic in the blog post.

If you have a TypeKey or TypePad account, please Sign In

Real-Life Car Reviews

Suburban Dad Weekend Athlete
Ask.cars.com

Find an Automaker

Cars.com - carbon balanced with TerraPass



Cars.com Home | About Cars.com | Employment Opportunities | Become a Cars.com Dealer

By using this site, you agree to our terms of service
©2008 Cars.com | Privacy Statement


Visit our partners: Apartments.com | RentalHomesPlus.com | Homescape.com | CareerBuilder.com