NEW TOYOTA PRIUS REVIEW: COOLER THAN A LAMBO?!

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The new Toyota Prius has shed its 'uncool' image, adopting a striking, Lamborghini-esque design that the reviewer finds "gorgeous" and "cool." Inside, the cabin features a modern layout with a large infotainment screen and physical climate controls, though some scratchy plastics and tight headroom are noted. Performance is adequate, with the standard hybrid offering 197hp (or 199hp for AWD) and a plug-in hybrid variant providing 223hp and up to 40 miles of electric range. The reviewer praises the car's comfortable ride, light steering, and excellent maneuverability in urban settings, along with its impressive surround-view camera system. However, the CVT gearbox's "mooing" sound under hard acceleration and the engine's lack of responsiveness on twisty roads are significant drawbacks, detracting from an otherwise refined driving experience. Despite these issues, the reviewer concludes that the Prius is a "brilliant hybrid car," though its availability in the UK is a point of contention.