How the 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Handles Snowy Roads
While a winter wonderland may be nice to look at, it isn’t always easy to navigate when you’re behind the wheel. Winter weather can make driving dangerous, and it can be hard on your vehicle, too. St. Cloud Toyota is highlighting how the 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid handles snowy roads.
Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain
The 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid is equipped with a 2.0-liter engine and two electric motors. That gives the compact sedan a spirited 220 combined horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. It has selectable EV, Auto EV/HV, and Hybrid drive modes, so you can decide what type of power you prefer to use.
Electric Range
With its available 13.6 kWh battery, the PHEV can drive up to 44 miles on electric power. You can recharge it in approximately 11 hours by simply plugging the supplied cable into a standard household outlet. With an available Level 2 charger, charging time is just four hours. Cold weather can diminish your battery power and range, but luckily the sedan is designed to run like an efficient hybrid when your range is running low, so there’s no need to worry.
Front-Wheel Drive Drivetrain
The 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid features a front-wheel drive drivetrain. With the majority of your car’s power going to the front wheels, it can provide the grip you need on slippery surfaces, although it may not be best for deep snow. If you’re concerned about severe winter conditions, we encourage you to consider adding winter tires.
Test Drive the 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid in Waite Park, MN
With the proper precautions, the 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid is more than capable of driving in the snow. We encourage you to test it out for yourself. Visit St. Cloud Toyota to take the efficient sedan for a spin today!
