Toyota Prius Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.8 VVTi T Spirit Hybrid CVT 5d Auto (2009/59) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
People think we're trying to save the planet but all we wanted was good M.P.G.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like the hi tec dashboard.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No. Fuel economy is hopeless.
What are you likely to buy next?
Pure electric when they come down in price.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£11,988
When did you buy the car?
January 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Middling, the car was below book price but was an ex lease car with a few scuffs to the interior.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
For it's supposed economy.
What was the dealer like?
O.K., but tried very hard to sell me 'gap' insurance and keep 'phoning up to invite a service/M.O.T. etc.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very smooth and powerful enough. Don't find the seats comfortable and my knee hits the wide central deck making the car feel cramped. My biggest gripe is fuel economy. We're getting just 50 to the gallon no matter how gently we drive it.
What's it like to park?
Miss audible sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing whatsoever.
What's most practical about your car?
It's a mixed bag. The reversing camera replaces audible sensors which I sorely miss, would sooner have sensors and forget the camera.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Sat nav., Bluetooth, cruise, keyless entry/go, heads-up display.
