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What is this discussion about? Toyota Camry Hybrid, Toyota Prius, Hybrid Cars, Car Comparisons, Sedan


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Re: TCH vs Prius - pricing [mfreeman1943] by jbollt
Jul 04, 2007 (5:59 pm)
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Replying to: mfreeman1943 (Jul 04, 2007 5:12 pm)

"...The only thing the Prius had that the Camry didn't was foglights. Also, I don't believe the Prius had stability or traction control. "
 
And just to add to this, a moonroof is not available on the Prius, for those who enjoy it, that is a dealbreaker.
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Prius vrs TCH by wvgasguy
Jul 05, 2007 (6:09 am)
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Here in BC, Toyota lists the TCH at $32,000 (Can.) and the Prius with 'B' package - lists at $35,360.
 
That's weird, the TCH I bought in may 06 was absolutely loaded and MSRP was under 31,000. I just checked Edmunds.com and a loaded Prius in the states is only $27,865 or about $3000 less than a comparable TCH, not $3000 more as per your posting. I've seen Prius's advertised lately for a couple of thousand off so I assume that's around $25,500 for a loaded one. With the exchange rate that should be no more than $30,000 Canadian I would have thought.
 
If folks are paying that much for a Prius then I can see where some of the auto mag writters might be right in saying that the cost of going green may not be justified.
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Re: Prius vrs TCH [wvgasguy] by beachgirl1106
Jul 05, 2007 (6:18 am)
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Replying to: wvgasguy (Jul 05, 2007 6:09 am)

I would really be interested in hearing people's opinions about how the vehicles drive in high-wind (think Interstate) driving and rain/snow conditions.
 
I live in Central Jersey where we see all four seasons and definitely need to take this into consideration.
 
Thanks for all of the great information I have received so far! It is greatly appreciated.
 
Jeannie
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Re: TCH vs Prius - pricing [mfreeman1943] by pathstar1
Jul 05, 2007 (6:52 am)
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Replying to: mfreeman1943 (Jul 04, 2007 5:12 pm)

In Canada the package "B" Prius has everything except Nav and backup camera. Leather isn't offered in Canada. It has VSC and all Prius' have traction control.
 
Comparing apples to apples, the "B" package Camry Hybrid is $35,000+ and the "B" package Prius is $34,000+. Pretty much the same price.
 
The Prius will return better fuel economy, has more cargo room, and is a little more adaptable, being a "hatchback".
 
The Camry has more comfort (like an adjustable drivers seat!), more luxury options. The "B" package has leather seats and the sun-roof.
 
Oh, and yes Americans, we Canadians are being "ripped off" price wise compared to what you pay. Compared to the rest of the world, not so much.
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Re: Prius vrs TCH [beachgirl1106] by lzc
Jul 05, 2007 (7:51 am)
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Replying to: beachgirl1106 (Jul 05, 2007 6:18 am)

Vehicle stability control is standard on the TCH, optional on the Prius. Tire size and vehicle weight would give the nod to the TCH in foul weather driving, I'd think.
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Re: TCH vs Prius - pricing [pathstar1] by mfreeman1943
Jul 05, 2007 (10:26 am)
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Replying to: pathstar1 (Jul 05, 2007 6:52 am)

One point: to compare apples to apples, you must compare the Prius with B package to the TCH without B package; the TCH B package in Canada is moonroof + leather seats, neither of which you get with the Prius.
              - mike -
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Re: TCH vs Prius - pricing [mfreeman1943] by pathstar1
Jul 05, 2007 (1:17 pm)
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Replying to: mfreeman1943 (Jul 05, 2007 10:26 am)

That is correct and I pointed that out in my response. However, it's difficult to compare the two (Prius package B and Camry base) as there are so many other differences as well. If you do compare these two, the Prius is more expensive.
 
I purchased a Prius package B because it is more flexible and gets better mileage. If I had wanted more comfort and luxury I would have purchased the Camry package B. They are both nice cars and the choice was difficult.
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Prius vs Camry by caaz
Jul 10, 2007 (6:42 am)
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Next year there wont be a prius...or camry...and there will be a new smaller 3rd hybrid...they will call them Hybrid A B & C...or something plain wrapper similar to that....they'll drop both the prius & camry badge off the current cars...
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Re: Prius vs Camry [caaz] by smr36
Jul 10, 2007 (6:54 am)
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Replying to: caaz (Jul 10, 2007 6:42 am)

"Next year there wont be a prius...or camry...and there will be a new smaller 3rd hybrid.."
 
I don't intend to be rude, but what is your source for this information?
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P VS Cam by regal1945
Jul 10, 2007 (8:26 am)
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Another one blowing smoke!!!!

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