Toyota Prius Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.8 VVTi T Spirit (Leather) 5d CVT Auto (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical and eco friendly, looking out for the environment and I like gadgets.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
No complaints, all are amazed at the no noise at start up due to it being a hybrid, looks good on the drive, had more than its fair share of good comments and no negative comments at all.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, nothing against the car, just never buy the same car twice.
What are you likely to buy next?
Already ordered a Mercedes C220 CDI. These cars have come down dramatically in CO2 emissions making it affordable and environment friendly.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£25,500
When did you buy the car?
June 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Car was bought through Arnold Clark in Scotland. The deal was ok, the reason we used Arnold Clark was service and past experience.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
My last car was the Lexus IS220d which was costing close to £400 per month in company car tax as it was fully expensed, the Prius dropped to £150 per month which went back into my pocket and still gave me a reasonable car to drive.
What was the dealer like?
Great communication, excellent service, always on top of things, never too much trouble, treated like a real person at all times.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very practical, plenty of power, cruises efficiently, bit of noise but acceptable. Great manoeuvrability, incredibly easy to drive with no stress.
What's it like to park?
Very easy, comes with reversing camera, short bonnet for judging length. Can park itself if your brave enough to let it...
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No, only ever replaced tyres and had it serviced.
What's most practical about your car?
Internal space and seating is excellent, folds down in seconds to a flat floor in the boot/hatch area.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Touchscreen GPS which converts to a reversing camera.
