Toyota Prius Hatchback (2004 - 2009) 1.5 VVTi T Spirit Hybrid 5d CVT Auto (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not a lot. Petrolheads and kids like discussing it.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Lots of room and comfortable.

Would you buy this car again and why?

If it was faster maybe. With the equipment levels it's hard to beat spec wise. And cost wise its saved me a fortune. For troublefree motoring unbeatable.

What are you likely to buy next?

Whet my appetite for pure electric but these are still impractical. Lexus hybrids look more interesting.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,500

When did you buy the car?

November 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Fair price for a car in good condition. Toyota dealers safe bet because of the technology involved.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

After awful experience with VAG diesel wanted a reliable car.

What was the dealer like?

Good.

What's it like to drive?

Very smooth. Quiet, effortless. Goes around corners well although not a sports car so passengers may object.

What's it like to park?

With reversing cameras easy. Never used automatic parking as so easy.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing has gone wrong in 18000 miles in 13 months. The car is still coming up as the third most reliable in surveys. Second is the newer model!

What's most practical about your car?

Reversing Camera. Linked to automatic parking so excellent feedback.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The Spirit is worth the extra money as its as well equipped as most high end cars. Sat Nav probably esges out the reversing cameras.