Interesting Facts About the Toyota Prius XW10
The Toyota Prius XW10 launched in 1997 as a subcompact hybrid car built in Japan. It marked the debut of Toyota's first-generation hybrid lineup, which ran until production ended in August 2003.
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First Volume‑Production Hybrid
Introduced in 1997 in Japan, the XW10 was the world’s first volume‑production hybrid car. Its launch signaled a new era of fuel‑efficient, electrically assisted driving.
Production Run and Sales Milestone
The first‑generation Prius was produced from 1997 through August 2003, when manufacturing ceased after more than 123,000 units had been sold worldwide. This sales figure highlighted early consumer interest in hybrid technology.
Generation Split Within XW10
The XW10 platform was divided into two internal codes: NHW10 covered the 1997–2000 models, while the later NHW11 designation applied to the 2001–2003 versions. This internal redesign reflected incremental updates before the second generation arrived in 2004.
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