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Re: Test Drive [dncb]
by railroadjames
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Apr 07, 2007 (4:46 pm)
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Replying to: dncb (Apr 07, 2007 7:58 am)
Let it be said loud and clear...The Prius is favorably versatile and can carry a vast array of Home Depot goods to your domicile and lets not forget that there is a trailer hitch available that can handle minor loads easily. I speak with 57,000 miles plus and 3 1/2 yrs behind the wheel. I'm 62 yrs old and took the plunge way back when it may have seemed a bit of a risk. All is well with Prius owners and we continue to smile to and from gas stations. I especially like filling up next to Hummers w/ their 38 gal tanks that take nearly ten minutes to fill while I dump 8 plus gals in less than 1 minute. Seems that "smarts" is developing a new definition in this world of hybrids and gus-guzzlers.
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Re: Toyota Prius Test Drive: What Do You Think? [pf_flyer]
by maxtest
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Apr 08, 2007 (2:59 pm)
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jul 15, 2006 6:37 pm)
I recently rented a Prius for a day in Mesa, Arizona. Going uphill on I-17 at 75 mph the car was a little noisy as you would expect from a small car, but performance was good. Cruised through Jerome, Sedona, Flagstaff, etc. before heading in a round about fashion to Phoenix where I finished the trip on city streets avoiding freeways. The computer showed mpg's all over the map. Mpg's, without trying to conserve, for the day was 47. I like the car. The controls on the steering wheel were very convenient and the touch screen was easy to get used to. Its really cool driving through the neighborhood on electric power only. I'm tall and found the car reasonably comfortable. Its a great little car. I just haven't decided to part with the money. It is a bit pricey. Gas will have to hit $10 per gallon before you will save the price difference. Still, I like the car for its styling, comfort, efficiency, and lower emissions.
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Re: Toyota Prius Test Drive: What Do You Think? [maxtest]
by railroadjames
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Apr 09, 2007 (11:33 am)
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Replying to: maxtest (Apr 08, 2007 2:59 pm)
I keep hearing "pricey" but the facts are that the car has great resale and with the extra extended warrantee on the hybrid system you really can't go wrong. About the ten buck gas... Say it gets over three bucks I think you'll see the interest in hybrids driven right back up again. I have a 3 1/2 yr old '04 Prius w/ 56 K miles and can't stop praising the car.
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Re: Toyota Prius Test Drive: What Do You Think? [railroadjames]
by pathstar1
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Apr 09, 2007 (11:46 am)
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Replying to: railroadjames (Apr 09, 2007 11:33 am)
I thought it was over $3 per US gal. in parts of California already. It's $0.99 Can. per litre here in Edmonton. That's the lowest in Can. I'm told (with "normal" discounts, I pay $0.97 per litre). Lets see (calculator comes out), that's very close to US $3 per US gal. I wouldn't be surprised to see US $3.50 per gal. this summer. Probably over $4.00 next year. I don't even want to talk about how much it is in Europe! You'd think it would be hard to keep Prius in stock, the way gas goes up in price. I guess people just have very poor memories.
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Re: Toyota Prius Test Drive: What Do You Think? [pathstar1]
by carlstraub
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Apr 09, 2007 (1:46 pm)
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Replying to: pathstar1 (Apr 09, 2007 11:46 am)
Hi,
In Western Los Angeles County it is $3.25/gal for 87 Oct regular. It has been well over $3.00 for over a month.
NOW the driving season begins. It'll probably stay well over $3.00 in this area at least through Summer--maybe permanently.
That's one reason we bought 2 of the Cars.
Carl
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Re: Toyota Prius Test Drive: What Do You Think? [pf_flyer]
by mickeyrom
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Apr 18, 2007 (6:33 am)
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jul 15, 2006 6:37 pm)
I have driven a 2007 Prius at a dealer in Peoria Ill.I found the car very impressive.Normal acceleration was comparable to my 2006.5 KIA Optima, and the comfort level was even better.I didnt know that battery level would affect the power,so I cant comment on that,but overall my impression of the 2007 model was very positive.
Reading the comments on this thread however will make me think twice before buying one.
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would you recommend it to your friends
by mickeyrom
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Apr 18, 2007 (6:51 am)
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That is how you can tell what you really feel about this neat little car.
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I sure would but they all drive big SUVs
by stevegold
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Apr 18, 2007 (7:45 am)
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Questions about your Toyota Prius Test Drives
by krawitzmail
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Apr 19, 2007 (1:49 am)
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jul 15, 2006 6:37 pm)
I took the Prius for a test drive down a 30-40 MPH winding road, and found its handling predictable with no problems accelerating quickly from slow speeds.
However, I have heard of two issues that might dissuade me from purchasing this car, and I would like current Prius owners to comment on their own experiences.
1. Slow acceleration from 40 MPH to 65 MPH, i.e., accelerating to "highway speed."
2. Loss of traction in snow or gravel causes onboard computer to incorrectly think car is in idle and shut down electric power to steering wheel and brakes.
Thanks.
Paul
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Re: Questions about your Toyota Prius Test Drives [krawitzmail]
by mickeyrom
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Apr 19, 2007 (3:59 am)
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Replying to: krawitzmail (Apr 19, 2007 1:49 am)
Thats some interesting stuff.I sure hope that some owners can clear that up.
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