Toyota Prius Gets New Performance Package

The Plus Performance Package comes with a seven-piece ground effects kit, giving the hybrid a “sportier” look. It also reduces the drag coefficient. The ride height is lowered through new lowered springs in the suspension, which Toyota says are track-tuned. There are new 17-inch wheels with a custom offset that increases the track width; the tires are still low-rolling-resistant, though. Combined with a new rear sway bar, Toyota promises this Prius will complete quicker turns with less lean.

If you want this option, it’s pricey, costing $3,699 on most Prius trim levels. On the highest Prius Five trim, it will only cost $2,999, but that means spending $32,549 on a fuel miser.