Toyota Prius Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.8 VVTi T3 Hybrid CVT 5d Auto (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I am interested in the environment and emissions.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Most were interested in the technology.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Probably not as there are many more models available now with good economy and low emissions and which are more enjoyable to drive.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not yet decided but it will be shorter and narrower to aid urban driving.The VW polo would be high on my list at present.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£16,500
When did you buy the car?
January 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
I part exchanged my previous Prius and wanted a low mileage new model .The deal was what I wanted but the px value on my old car was not particularly good.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Economy and low emissions in a 5 seat auto with reasonable performance.
What was the dealer like?
Very efficient and did everything agreed in the deal.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Auto gearbox(CVT) makes it very restfull in urban areas.There are some poor blind spots caused by the A pillars.Adequate performance on th open road enhanced by the ability to feed in the electric motor when extra power is needed.
What's it like to park?
Not its best feature-difficult to judge the front corners in tight spaces.Rear parking sensors (not std)are vital for reversing.Front spoiler is easy to catch on high kerbs and banks when turning in confined spaces.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Has been very reliable with the exception of the rear parking sensors fitted by the supplying dealer which were poorlywired.
What's most practical about your car?
Very spacious and versatile hatchback -lots of rear seat legroom with reasonable luggage capacity.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I do not like gadgets but the head up display of speed is very good.
