The car in front is a Toyota!

Toyota’s revolutionary hybrid, the Prius, is everywhere you look. And no wonder! It boasts unbeatable fuel economy, a space-efficient body style with ample passenger and cargo space, a comfy ride, a borderline luxurious interior,  and easy-to-turn steering. According to Cars.com: “Given its superb interior packaging, ample features list and unbeatable fuel economy, the Prius was designed to be the epitome of practical, head-over-heart automotive choices.” So, if you’re a practical consumer looking for a daily driver, this stylish, pre-owned Magnetic Gray Metallic 2008 Toyota Prius is worthy of your serious consideration, especially since it happens to be the most fuel-efficient car on the market, achieving an estimated fuel economy rating of 48 mpg in the city and 45 mpg on the highway. Napleton River Oaks Kia, one of the most reputable auto dealerships in the Chicago area, is minding this ready-to-go, meticulously-maintained Toyota Prius, driven only 65,635 miles, and they are willing and able to facilitate its purchase for the amazingly low internet price of just $14,995.

Being one of the 10 best-selling cars in America, this 2008 Toyota Prius is first and foremost a hybrid, capable of running on electricity alone or in concert with the small gasoline 76 horsepower 1.5L four-cylinder engine and is best suited to drivers whose travels rarely take them farther than the city limits.  Around town and in stop-and-go traffic, the Prius’ two electric motors, one of which helps drive the front wheels and the other which functions solely as a generator, recharging the car’s battery pack, and the regenerative braking are optimized to provide superior fuel economy and optimal power delivery. It manages on the freeway, but without consistent braking or coasting, the battery runs down, forcing the  four-cylinder engine to carry most of the load. The Prius features a simplified continuously variable transmission which provides the ease of a conventional automatic transmission, but there are no gears to shift, drive belts, torque converter or clutch. In performance testing, the Prius sauntered up to 60 mph in a leisurely 10.9 seconds, according to Edmunds.com.

Complemented by its well-packaged and airy Gray interior, spacious for passengers and cargo alike, this Prius is equipped with keyless entry, full power accessories, tilt steering wheel, touchscreen controls, a hybrid system display and a six-speaker stereo with CD player in addition to cruise control and a keyless ignition. So, come and experience this economical, fun-to-drive 2008 Toyota Prius for yourself at Napleton River Oaks Kia, located at located at 1951 River Oaks Drive, Calumet City IL, 60409 where the courteous and professional staff will be more than willing to address any questions or get you seated behind the wheel for an enjoyable test drive. Please call 888-711-0920 for any additional information or to schedule your test drive.