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74 messages, Last post on Mar 11, 2008 at 12:31 PM
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 02, 2007 12:11 pm) Because the items he mentioned are not part of the "hybrid warranty", and have a 3 year / 36K (or possibly 50K) warranty. |
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 05, 2007 1:28 pm) 
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 05, 2007 5:15 pm) ... for a smaller vehicle that doesn't provide the 70-80 Cubic feet of cargo space that a small SUV or CUV will provide. (or 35 Cubic feet with five passengers). The Prius fills it's designed space nicely, but isn't for everyone.
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 05, 2007 5:15 pm) OK, good for you, I was responding to the quote about "2012, when the hybrid warrantee expires." [sic]
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 06, 2007 10:40 am) |
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Replying to: stevedebi (Mar 06, 2007 10:37 am)
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Replying to: railroadjames (Mar 07, 2007 8:44 am) Well, since I periodically go to gas stations, I suppose I smile to and from them also. But in fact I smile every time I get in my own "grail-mobile" (not a guzzler, but not a hybrid either). Different strokes... 
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I just drove my car out of dealer's lot. a 13 mile trip with 29.8MGP. this dissapointed me a lot. in this nice california weather, i am expecting 50mpg. any tips on that? |
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Replying to: borabora (Mar 07, 2007 2:50 pm)
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Replying to: borabora (Mar 07, 2007 2:50 pm) 1. You had to charge the "traction battery" up to normal operating state of charge. That takes exra energy. 2. All components of the car need to be broken in - that takes extra energy. 3. You may need to learn to drive for better mileage. 4. The car is still "learning" how to operate efficiently. 5. Tire pressure! Make sure the tires are inflated correctly. Many Prius owners inflate to 42 PSI front, 40 PSI rear, for better fuel economy. At least make sure they are inflated as per the door jamb placard. 6. Were you in "D" or "B"? "B" will substatially lower your mileage if you drive in it. It's for keeping the car under control on very long decents without having to ride the brakes - think mountain passes here. It's normal for poor mileage when new. If you are basing your entire mileage experience on a 13 mile trip you will be forever disappointed. Way too small sample! Drivers with a heavy foot -average- 40 to 45 MPG. Drivers who learn how to drive the Prius (takes a few months usually) will get 45 worst case, and 55 typically. Expect lower mileage with heater or A/C on constantly. High speed will also lower mileage - speed greater than 65 MPH. Finally, how do you know what your mileage was? MFD readout? Wait until you get 3 or 4 tanks under your belt before worrying about calculating mileage. Due to the fuel tank "bladder" you will find it difficult to fill the tank to the same degree of "full" each time. So that's also a false calculation fuel mileage trap you have to watch out for.
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