The hybrid pioneer: the Prius has been on sale since 1997 as the first mass-market hybrid car. Note: the model is marked as no longer sold new in some markets. Suits the used market, for someone wanting an economical, reliable hybrid at an accessible price; check the many recall campaigns were handled. The model earned 5 stars in the Euro NCAP crash test (fourth generation; rating expired), with claimed consumption of 27.8 km/L for the fourth generation.
