Why the Toyota Prius Will Be My Next Car
This is a review of the Toyota Prius by a reader of Hybrid Cars, Trucks & Vans . The reviewer clearly loves the Prius. Find out why.
We had the pleasure of borrowing my sister-in-laws new 2008 Prius this summer. After experiencing the Toyota Prius first-hand I’ve decided that it will be my next car purchase. Let me tell you why:
1. The Prius is roomy and has lots of creature comforts. We often had four people in the car and everyone was comfortable. Several times we hauled large suitcases and wedding presents. For these jobs the back seat folded down and the tailgate provided easy loading access. The interior finish also seemed pleasant and sturdy.
2. The car handles well. We drove on the back roads, climbed mountains, and used the highway. In all cases the car performed to my expectations. Initially I was worried that the Prius might be slow accelerating on the highway, but this car had enough power to be safe on the highway. I was concerned we might see sluggishness climbing the mountains, again the car performed beautifully.
3. GAS Mileage! I think we averaged about 45 miles to the gallon. It was amazing. We really enjoyed the visual display of the engine performance. The constant feedback helped you adjust your driving habits to increase gas mileage.
4. The car is quiet, especially when the electric engine is running. In fact really you don’t even know that the engine is running. There were a few times that we tried to restart the car, but the engine was already functioning.
5. One area that does need improvement is the air conditioning. It was hot outside in Colorado. The internal car temperature was lower then outside, but not really cool enough to be comfortable. I understand that in the 2009 Prius, the air conditioning is supplemented by solar panels on the roof. Excellent idea! I guess the heating works fine, although we did not test it.
6. Hybrid cars like the Prius are more expensive initially. It’s been widely reported that it takes several years to pay back that extra money through reduced gas use. While that maybe be true, using a hybrid seems to be one area where I can make a difference. I know it is small difference, but it is something that I can do in a world that so many things seem out of my control. Toyota has designed a winner with the Prius. This car is fun to drive and easy on gas. However the best part is you really get a very functional and comfortable car.
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