Toyota has plans to start building a hybrid Auris in the UK by the end of the year according to the Times.
The Burnaston plant near Derby was selected to build the hybid Auris hatchback, after months of negotiation with the government. Toyota is expecting some government assistance in the new production.
The Auris Hybrid will use the 1.8 litre engine from the Prius mated to an electric motor and is expected to get 72.4 mpg (I'm assuming that's imperial). The Auris is smaller and lighter than the Prius, so it should get a lower carbon dioxide rating.
It's expected to compete against the Insight, with a price tag similar to the cheaper hybrid from Honda.
Monday, June 29, 2009
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