2013 Toyota Prius C priced hiked

Toyota has increased the base price of its new entrant prius C over its predecessor.

Toyota said the 2013 Prius C gets interior upgrades which will include a standard SofTex-trimmed steering wheel on the Prius C Four as well as black SofTex dash panel on Prius C Two and Three models.

The base 2013 Toyota Prius C One is starting at $19,875, and includes a $795 destination charge, reflecting a $130 price increase over the base 2012 Toyota Prius C. The 2013 Prius C will be on sale in early January.

The top-of-the-line 2013 Toyota Prius C Four starts at $24,155, including shipping, while the base 2012 Toyota Prius C One starts at $19,745, including a $795 destination charge.

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