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MAY 22, 2012

In third place is the Rx 400h/Rx 450h, with 238.6 Sales of the Prius began in North America, Europe and elsewhere in 2000. The second-generation Prius followed in 2003 along with the expanded use of TMC’s hybrid system on such vehicles as minivans, SUVs, rear-wheel-drive sedans and compact hatchbacks.

Prius 252

Prius Sale Hybrid Toyota 252

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NOVEMBER 8, 2012

of the global total—followed by the RX 400h/RX 450h with 256,600 units (5.6%). Sales of the Prius began in North America, Europe and other markets in 2000. Toyota has expanded its hybrid lineup to include minivans, SUVs, rear-wheel-drive sedans and compact hatchbacks. Of the global 4.6 million (71.5%): 2,804.9

Japan 268

Japan Toyota Hybrid Sale 268

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MARCH 11, 2009

Toyota launched of the Prius in late 1997 in the Japan market, and in the US in July 2000. In April 2005, Lexus introduced the crossover RX 400h, the world’s first hybrid-powered luxury vehicle. Two months later Toyota launched the Highlander Hybrid sport utility vehicle (SUV).

HS 250h 150

HS 250h Lexus LS 600H GS 450h 150