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MetroMPG · 01-11-2013, 01:31 AM

You're also aware that the plug-in Prius only offers EV mode up to a certain speed (I think it's 62 mph), and even with a full plug-in charge, the gas engine may still come on depending on power demanded by the driver (acceleration, climbing, etc.).

Some people care about that stuff.

01-11-2013, 01:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
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