Even with a MSRP price hike on the Prius, you still get tax exemption and rebate and many offers that tie in with buying a Prius, a hybrid or even an EV. The price eventually is still cheaper than your MSRP...
more info about it...
http://www.tsikot.com/tax-and-duty-exemptions-eyed-to-lower-prices-of-hybrid-cars/
more info about it...
http://www.tsikot.com/tax-and-duty-exemptions-eyed-to-lower-prices-of-hybrid-cars/