The Prius Hybrid, the most fuel-efficient midsize car in America, gains driver and passenger front seat-mounted side airbags, plus front and rear side curtain airbags as standard equipment for 2007. The base MSRP for the Prius starts at $22,175, which is an increase of $450 or 2.1 percent. Full tax credit will be available for purchases completed through September 2006. The approved credit amount for Prius Hybrid is $3,150.
Also arriving in August is the new 2007 Prius Touring Edition. The Touring Edition adds several sporty exterior enhancements including
16-inch alloy wheels, a larger rear spoiler, High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps and foglamps. A tuned suspension as standard equipment will enhance vehicle handling without impacting its ride comfort. The Touring Edition will carry a MSRP of $23,070.