Toyota Prius Hatchback (2004 - 2009) 1.5 VVTi T4 Hybrid 5d CVT Auto (2006/06) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
actually, considering the ridiculously high price of motoring now i think it says .. savvy driver.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
they are very impressed by its looks (its in best colour.. sexy dark metallic grey) but once i've taken them for a drive in it any reservations are gone.
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes. i would get another Prius to replace our 2nd car (1.3 Micra) if i could afford one.. cos the Prius costs less to run than the Micra.
What are you likely to buy next?
new model Prius MPV due out next year or maybe a Lexus hybrid
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
January 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
yes got a very good deal as it needed work doing to it
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
needed a car with cheap tax, good safety features and extra economical for a long daily commute
What was the dealer like?
didnt meet them, bought off the internet
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
i came from mercedes' and BMWs (last car was a monster 330d) so was hesitant but now i absolutely love driving this car. its quiet, interior is bright, roomy and very relaxing. gearbox is responsive and accelerates very nicely when needed. not slow or stodgy at all. it is a supremely comfy, very safe, very well made, reliable family sized car. in these days of sky high fuel prices i'm getting 56 to 58 mpg without trying. £10 yearly road tax, cheap car insurance. perfect family car
What's it like to park?
easy
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
6 months and 6000 miles later car is everything we needed it to be. very comfy, very very economical, ultra reliable.
What's most practical about your car?
hatch space with the seats down is large. had large exercise equipment in there with room to spare
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
which one to choose.. the superb JBL sound system, touch screen, climate control, and more
