The 2014 Toyota Prius is a hybrid vehicle with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors. The Prius has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and produces 134 horsepower. The Prius has a coefficient of drag of 0.25, which is one of the lowest of any production car. It also has a larger electric motor and battery than mild hybrids, which allows it to recover and store more energy when braking.
The Prius has an EPA-estimated 48 combined miles per gallon for the base 1.8L four-cylinder engine model. It also has regenerative braking, which helps to reduce fuel consumption by recapturing electrical energy when decelerating. The 2014 Prius has a cargo capacity of 612 liters. It also has floor storage space and areas to tie down loose cargo.