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The electric motor in the Prius Plug-in PHV is specially calibrated to give you greater fuel efficiency across a variety of driving conditions. And since it operates at an incredibly high rotational speed, it's able to generate more output in a smaller, lighter design?which also helps improve your overall fuel economy.

How does the 2012 Prius Plug-in PHV work?

The Prius Plug-in PHV requires no special charging station. To charge the vehicle, simply plug it into any standard 120V. If its charge depletes while you're driving, the vehicle switches over to full-hybrid mode, operating just like a regular Prius, still giving you outstanding mpg.

What are the benefits of the 2012 Prius Plug-in PHV?

With the Plug-in PHV's extended EV mode, you'll be able to make many of your daily local trips without using a single drop of gas, and because it's backed by Hybrid Synergy Drive, you can get up to 475 miles on a single tank of gas, depending on driving conditions.  You also get the convenience of Plug-in charging and rapid recharge times: 3 hours with a standard 120V household outlet or 1.5 hours with a 240V outlet.