Toyota downplays talk of half price Prius

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Car manufacturer rejects reports Prius' hybrid battery will be halved in size and price, but still promises significant price cuts

Toyota has dismissed reports it is planning to halve the price of its hybrid system for the new Prius, but confirmed the size and price of components will be cut "significantly" for the next generation...

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