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Car Finance customers have helped sales of a unique hybrid technology car pass the one million mark for the first time.
TOYOTA has announced 1,028,000 Prius models have been sold so far, with car loan customers helping to take its UK sales total to 23,893.
The company said the worldwide figure meant the model had now produced around 4.5 million tonnes less CO2 when compared to conventional petrol-powered vehicles in the same class and of similar size and driving performance.
Toyota said: "Prius sales are strong in more than 40 countries and regions, including over 100,000 cumulative sales in Europe."
The model has proved a hit with emission-conscious car loan customers, and uses the combination of a petrol engine and an electric motor to improve efficiency.
London drivers have been particularly keen on the model as it is exempt from the capital's congestion charging system.
Toyota says the Prius will still qualify for this exemption after the charge becomes a combined congestion and CO2 fee in October.
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Car Finance news: Lexus unveils new convertible
Oct 2 2008Lexus has unveiled its new IS 250C convertible at the Paris Motor Show, which may tempt car loan customers to part with their cash.
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New airbag 'may benefit car finance customers'
Oct 1 2008Safety-conscious car finance customers may be pleased to know that Japanese car manufacturer Toyota has developed the first ever rear window curtain shield airbag.
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Car loan news: Toyota urges drivers to change habits
Sep 22 2008Toyota is urging motorists in Europe to do their bit to help the environment, car loan customers may be interested to learn.
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Lexus AWD 'to tempt car loan customers'
Sep 12 2008Car loan customers who are fans of Lexus' range of vehicles may be pleased to hear the manufacturer is adding an all-wheel-drive (AWD) version of its popular LS 460 saloon.
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Honda and Toyota among used car 'hot picks'
Sep 11 2008In its list of the best used cars to buy this month, Parker's Car Price Guide has recommended buyers consider two family vehicles from Japanese manufacturers Honda and Toyota.
Car loans news: Toyota launches PHV trial
Sep 10 2008Environmentally-conscious car loans customers may be interested to learn that Toyota is launching a Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV) road trial in partnership with EDF Energy.
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'Lexus to demonstrate benefits of hybrids to car loans customers'
Sep 3 2008Car loans customers may be among those attending a special themed weekend at Lexus Centres throughout the UK.
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Car finance news: Toyota to unveil new Avensis
Sep 1 2008The latest version of Toyota's Avensis is set to be unveiled next month, car finance customers may be interested to learn.
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Toyota doubles diesel choice
Jul 18 2008Toyota has doubled the number of diesel cars available in its Auris TR range.
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New Rav4 revealed
Jul 18 2008Toyota has announced the launch of a new sports-themed Rav4.
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