Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 |
Model | Prius c | Prius c | Prius c | Prius c | Grand Marquis |
Trim | One | Two | Three | Four | LS |
Engines | |||||
Transmissions | |||||
Drivetrains | |||||
Tires | |||||
Audio Systems | |||||
Accessories | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad. | |||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel. | |||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||||
Airbag inflates under leading edge of seat cushion to prevent the driver from sliding forward. | |||||
Airbag inflates under leading edge of seat cushion to prevent the passenger from sliding forward. | |||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||
Cargo Management | |||||
Climate Control | |||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||
Engine / Motor | |||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||||
Exterior | |||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||
Infotainment | |||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||
Converts text messages to speech. | |||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||
Driving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time. | |||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | |||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | |||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Air springs maintain the rear ride height. | |||||
The tire sidewalls have a white stripe. |
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