Toyota Prius Hatchback (2004 - 2009) 1.5 VVTi T Spirit Hybrid 5d CVT Auto (2006/56) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing special - it just looks like any other family sized car.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like the size and comfort, have a chuckle at the display and lack of traditional instruments, but are impressed at how it drives.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably yes. It has been fine, gives around 50mpg, drives well and is cheap to tax.
What are you likely to buy next?
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
September 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. You pay dealer prices but you get dealer service and reassurance that the car is well prepared as they give a comprehensive warranty with it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a cheap to run car for low mileage town running.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly and helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Easy. Anyone who has driven an automatic will have no problem. You just forget about all the other gadgets until you're used to it.
What's it like to park?
Reversing camera is excellent once you get used to it. Parking assistant is just a gimmick that takes far too long to use and requires you have a lot of faith in it.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No.
What's most practical about your car?
Good size and easy to drive.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Reversing camera, especially with restricted view.
