So.. what new features we will see in Gen IV?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by cyclopathic, May 10, 2011.

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  1. cycledrum

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    I won't be considering the PHV Prius a 'Gen IV' - it looks like the current Prius and has same chassis.

    A 'Gen IV' 4th gen Prius will look different than this current Prius. Like said, we probably won't see it revealed for about 4 years.

    I wouldn't be surprised by some small updates for 2012 regular Prius - maybe a few more HP and a couple basic features, but nothing major. Tsunami damage will slow things down though.
     
    #21 cycledrum, May 11, 2011
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    OR maybe speed them up?

    if you consider power restrictions/lower production means you have more conveyor downtime time to retrofit. Quite often with all R&D done upfront mfg puts off putting in changes b/c it would mean shutting down the production line.
     
    #22 cyclopathic, May 12, 2011
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    mad-dog-one Prius Enthusiast

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    Can you clarify this? Are you saying that Chevron sitting on patents to stifle hybrid technology? :confused:

    Thank you
     
    #23 mad-dog-one, May 13, 2011
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