Prius is certified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV), which means it runs 75 percent cleaner than the standard for Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV). That's a remarkable feat.

Prius' hybrid powertrain and regenerative braking systems are sure to garner the lion's share of the media's attention. But little things add up too. Here are some of the unsung energy-efficient innovations that'll have the competition scratching their heads.

Here are the numbers:
52 mpg city
45 mpg highway
48 mpg combined

No. That wasn't a mistake. You read it right. Prius gets better mileage in city driving. Yes, it gets exceptional highway mileage too, but it also gets jaw-dropping city mpg numbers. And when you consider your average daily commute, you'll understand why we say, "Prius: Hybrid technology for the real world." For more information on how Prius accomplishes this, visit the Hybrid Technology section. And remember, as with all cars, the EPA mileage numbers listed are estimates and are dependent on the driver's habits.

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