2016 Toyota Prius Officially Priced from $25,035

Shoppers eagerly awaiting Toyota's redesigned 2016 Prius are in for some big news- pricing has been released. According to official order documents sourced by CarsDirect, the automaker's bestselling hybrid is set to keep its current base price, while adding a modest premium for an all-new Eco variant. Here's what you need to know.

Full pricing unveiled

Like the outgoing generation, the 2016 Prius Two will start at $25,035 including an $835 destination charge. This aligns with our preliminary forecast that Toyota would likely keep the Prius accessible despite a range of improvements compared to the outgoing model.

The new Prius Two Eco model adds a surprisingly modest $500 premium for a base MSRP of $25,535. Toyota estimates the new variant will get 56 mpg in combined city/highway driving, up from 52 mpg on non-Eco versions, thanks in part to weight-saving measures like the omission of a spare tire.

There will be price increases, however. The mid-range Prius Three is set to go up by $485 for a base MSRP of $27,085. Opting for the new Three Touring variant adds $1,850 for a price of $28,935.

The Prius Four gets a more modest $215 increase for a new base price of $29,485. Finally, the new range-topping Four Touring will start at $30,835, $5 less than the previous top-spec Prius Five.

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Our take

With the new Prius set to debut early next year, shoppers clearly have a lot to look forward to. The new car promises to be more efficient, possess greater refinement thanks to an all-new platform, and be a more engaging car to drive.

However, shoppers looking for a deal on the outgoing 2015 model may want to consider taking advantage of a range of attractive offers like a $3,000 rebate, 0% APR for 60 months plus a $1,000 bonus, or a $199 lease for 36 months with $1,999 due at signing. Current offers are set to expire January 4, 2016.

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