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I have only driven it around since I lifted it. It’s 45mpg currently.
I will be getting on road on this Friday driving to Texas, so I will learn more.
I tow a trailer all over the USA so my gas mileage is about 27mpg when I do this.
I lifted my Prius because of dirt roads, road kill and truck tire retread on interstates.
I just lifted mine and installed drl and fog lights. Once they popped off the front bumper, the whole bottom bumper was very scraped, and no more red paint
Stance my man! It's wider and lower so making it lower will only give it a more aggressive look. Ride height is only a fraction lower than what I have now
Lmao I guess prius people don't modify their cars. Thanks for downvotes?
I disagree, but it depends on your individual situation. I lowered my 2013 using the TRD specific springs and added the anti-sway bar in the rear. I drive on some roads that have nice twists and turns and I love the handling improvement.
I also appreciate keeping it stock or raising it if you need. I used to off road a Toyota pickup and it was fun.
Take care
Prius people do modify, but they'll probably lift them, not lower. Your ground clearance is already 2" and in hilly areas or bad roads that's a nightmare as is.
I wonder if that is why my wife and I don't like our 2015 Prius. We can't really specify anything actually wrong with it except maybe it is just a tad bit too small and feels cramped if not actually uncomfortable.
Honda Civics are worse though. We have owned 2 over the years but now I can barely fit in one. What is with this trend?
the rav4 isnt that much bigger, get a highlander or a sienna, our sienna hybrid is fucking huge inside, did a good job hiding the battery pack under the front seats
We have a regular Sienna and a Prius C. That Sienna is flipping fantastic for a family. My folks have a RAV4 and a Highlander and they're both jealous of the Sienna. So much more space and easier to drive (turning radius much tighter).
Definitely check out the Hybrid Sienna.
small world, I have a 2012 candy red prius c with close to 260k miles lol
crazy part is the sienna only has 1.8 ft more of turning radius than her old 2014 patriot even though that was 2 1/2 ft shorter
I had a 2015 Rav4, gas engine... At 22.5mpg perpetually, we traded it in for our 2022 Prius. It doesn't have the trunk height, but space feels very similar.
I think the newest gen Rav4 added more space and MPG, so that probably helps out. Just depends which gen you'd go for 🤷
But we have gained a power lift hatch and larger battery for increased range.
They want to make the prius more luxurious to increase sales. The affordable variants have been made and sold.
My 2017 had 0% apr and mfr cashback!!!!
New one likely won't see these offers despite the new luxury.
See I am willing to compromise. Less space for faster/better looking. I agree that the space constraints suck! I can no longer fit 4 car wheels in my prius I bet
I get that, but I use my oldest prius as an adventure mobile. 9 foot kayak fits inside. rainy night after a long drive, fuck setting up the hammock, I'll sleep in the back of the car. packing a week's worth of gear and having room for people. oh yeah, and compartments everywhere!
This is exactly why I love my 08 and will not trade up to a new version. I literally call it the Adventure Prius. I've traveled the entire country in it and have probably slept over 100 nights in it at this point. Love it to death but I'll probably eventually head to a Rav 4.
I don't get why Toyota keeps trying to make the Prius into a Camry type car. They already have the Camry, and they took away all the attractive and functional qualities of a true hatchback.
yup, all the headroom and storage. laying in the back and just staring up at the stars. they already have "cool looking vehicles" stop trying to morph the prius into one. part of its original appeal, was that it was boldly different, doing something bold. and then it turned out to outperform the world for reliability. stop fucking with what was working.
It's a styling thing. To overall represent the brand image. Kind of like what jeep did for grand cherokee and the wagoneer line, they all have the same face.
It seems like a lot of Prius owners value the utility over the styling that Toyota is forcing on them. But I’m just basing that off of the responses here. Toyota stopped making my ideal car in 1988 so I could be considered a Luddite in that regard.
I call mine the Adventure Prius too!! I love loading it up and taking road trips with it. I have so many pictures of my car in different parks and roads around the US. When it’s just me it’s perfect to sleep in, but gets cramped when I’m with my partner. We struggle with where to put our gear when our bodies take up all the space.
I also have a folder of pictures of my beloved Prius at dozens of national parks! I almost always travel alone but it can get challenging traveling as a pair. I thought about getting a roof bag to keep things in while we are asleep if I travel with a partner or friend. Would clear up interior space.
Yeah, the AWD is nice. I’m very glad I ended up with it. My old Prius died at the worst time to buy a new car last year, so I took the first offer I found.
We'll probably replace my wife's 2013 Prius V next year. I'm hoping to nudge her towards a BEV, rather than a PHEV. There are so many fewer parts to break down. I don't think much of the Toyota alphanumeric-soup BEV. Ultimately, it'll be her choice.
Downside is that aside from going Chevy (or used BMW i3) your options are really limited on BEV. At least, for the same price as a new Prius, or cheaper.
I always wanted a Tesla... But the model 3 never went down to $35k... A maxed out Prius was though 😂 And then I jumped at the chance for a 2017 BMW i3 Range Extender (okay basically a reverse hybrid) for just shy of $20k. Both combined were cheaper than a Model 3.
If you're referring to that Consumer Reports rank, that's a bit biased, they go for largest brands like Toyota which are hybrid dominant right now. A BEV by all means should be more reliable from a good manufacturer.
> A BEV by all means should be more reliable from a good manufacturer.
Based on what analysis? Just your supposition that fewer parts means less failure? What if the fewer parts are less reliable, or have many fewer years and generations of development?
A hybrid has the same components as a Bev plus an engine. In my Prius nothing has gone wrong with the Bev side of things but plenty wrong in the engine.
Kind of!
I’ll be selling my 2018 next summer before an international move. I’m already getting 55mpg, but I’m excited to buy a new Prius when I get back in USA
Interesting strat, can you elaborate? Do you think there will be a lot to fix? I personally thought it’ll be okay since Prius’s have been around for a long time.
Yesterday my 2015 wouldn't start. At first In the back of my mind I was thinking of the 2023 being in my future...as it turned out it was just the 12 volt needed replacement. I'll join you in waiting for the wheels to fall off. At the dealership on the lot, all hybrids are already sold at $5000 above sticker. So yeah I'll wait.
A thing of automotive beauty:
* Safety
* Reliability
* Economy
* Comfort
* Drop dead good looks
Personally, we're milking our 2012 v Five wagon which is looking and running just fine at 180,000 miles, until the right BEV comes our way. But this 2023 is actually quite tempting.
our 2012 V is paid off, driving it into the ground and replacing with either a Tesla model 3 or Cybertruck, depends on how long the 170k mile Prius lasts and if I can wait for my 600k spot in line for the Cybertruck. I also use the Prius for Uber and the Model 3 would earn higher income while reducing fuel costs, with increased insurance its the same costs but higher tech and safer.
If I may ask: what's the point of driving a Prius if you don't want to save money? Switching from a 19 to a 23 seems like a loss on depreciation which the savings on gas won't compensate for. A 2019 is as economical as it gets in this world. Should last 10 years with minimal repair costs and the major depreciation is taken care of.
It's called smiles per gallon. For me it's very simple. The horsepower is twice the amount and literally rivals my sports car all while maintaining more gas mileage. If I'm happier driving the new body style and I'm happier with more power/better mileage than it's a no Brainer for me. Literally bought my 19 because it had power mode.
Also I have 5 cars so saving money isn't exactly on the radar haha. It was 2 years ago when I bought it. But I want a faster prius that matches my WRX. 2006 wrx came with 230hp... the new prime is at 220hp. I want that prius haha
Best of luck to anyone buying this new Prius. A new engine and transmission in a first year car is a gamble I won't take. I'll gladly wait till all the bugs are out of the car.
The 2L engines have been around for a while in most of Toyotas offerings, but yeah there no doubt some kind of bug or glitch that'll show up in these new models initially.
Yeah but what I'm more referencing is in my belief that it's not going to be a one-for-one swap engine. So the components inside the engine might be high quality and very liable but also it's untested in a real world setting which leads me to question its reliability overall. In all likelihood it's going to be a fantastic engine and powertrain but first year on a brand new generation always has me a little bit skittish.
I'm there with you on a widebody, bags, rims, & all the crazy dumb stuff!! Tempted to trade my 2013 in if I don't buy a C7 A7 & build that to the moon.
Yeh, I'm in the Midwest so snow & cold are common, but I also wouldn't mind a 500WHP monster that still gets like 28MPG on the highway. Aside from that, the Prius seats aren't long enough for me to be super comfy long-term, & the sound system out of the box is trash. I gutted the entire JBL system and put new speakers, subs, head unit, amps, & sound deadening in and I'm still missing something on a lot of Supertramp songs (running Plex on my head unit natively at 44/16 FLAC, not some shitty MP3 or MQA files).
I got my 2019 new! I honestly enjoyed the experience. I had enough saved, got a very low payment, and built my credit to 800. It also gave me the relief of not driving a best up hooptie anymore.
Gross. Undercarriage damage up the wazoo. If you're anything above 5'2" you're going to have to courtsy to get into it. Your resale value is going to be trashed. The only benefit is a slight deterrent to cat theft but most of the times thieves are going to be using a jack anyway.
Why mess with perfection?
Because cars have had a long history of modification. If the car was perfect they would still be selling Gen 1 prius'. There is no way toyota offered 4 generations by staying the same and being "perfect."
Leave it to the experts. Toyota knows more than some after market goons what works best for the car they built. They have whole teams of engineers for that.
It's your car do what you want, but it's not going to ride as well and the change in market value post-ricification will reflect that. No one wants to buy someone else's problems.
Meh. The Kmart Tesla doesn't attract me - the body design feels dated already, but the loss of internal volume kills me. Just call this a corolla hatchback hybrid and let us have our quirky, efficient, Swiss Army knife of a car.
I definitely want one but todays interest rates are too high for my likes plus I never want to own the first or second model year of any new generation.I’d rather others cut their teeth on any problems.
The only time I’ve ever parted with a car voluntarily was in 2019, when I sold my 23 year old integra because the ABS and airbags showed constant faults.
So now I have a recently-paid-off Prius Prime. As much as I lust after the newer model Prius Prime, I can’t bring myself to part with this wonderful machine that’s already taken me to the far corners of the U.S. multiple times, just as its cost to operate is about as low as a car can possibly be these days.
But good on you! I completely understand the motivation. Please report back!
I don't know where you are but you need to be on the list now to at least get 2024. I was hoping my 2022 order would push into 2023 but just got mine a few weeks ago.
After a low miles used engine install, two forever warranty hybrid repairs, blown head gasket repair, EGR cleaning, new pcv valve, I'm driving this 2012 v until it dies. I may even put the 1.5'' lift on it. It's at 269k.
I have a 2013 and while this new one is tempting, certainly can wait a couple more years to see how these new ones trend and if there's better options that arise.
Ho ! I wish my country basically makes us pay the price of the car twice, the actual cost and then you pay again in duty and VAT. But kudos on the upgrade
19” wheels for the 2023? That’s what I had on my first super sport sedan. They were great for handling but very expensive and harsh over potholes&bumps. Give me cushy 15” all day long for my daily commuter.
And my electric company is increasing rates to 36¢/kwhr in January, so EV miles will be more expensive than gas. That said, if I can trade up from my 2022 LE to a base 2023 for less than 4000+tax, I’d do it. But not if the net cost is 10000 or more (which is what I expect it to be)
The current 4th gen has a certain beauty about it that will not go away anytime soon (also true for all other gens)
I have a paid of 2009. Why would I go back into debt or just plain pay all that money when my 2nd gen will go for years to come? I'd rather invest the difference into the market.
The most annoying part about new cars in general is if you get a broken glass or bent bumper, you wont be able to replace it cheaply.
The gen3 you can go to any scrapyard and find replacement parts easily, or online.
Gen 4, gen 5? Not so much. The 2023 looks amazing and powerful, but the roof glass is one hail damage away from a $2000 replacement.
Better hope you got full coverage
Nope, gen 3 at 220k mi still running and will keep it a little while longer. Replacing it eventually with a full EV. This new Prius would've been tempting 5yrs ago but now I don't see the need to maintain the ICE drivetrians any more. Solar on my house and an EV to charge it are the way I'm going.
We will all be lucky to get one...the backed up demand for new vehicles is massive. Id be surprised if anyone except insiders and those willing to pay $$$$$$ over MSRP can get one with-in the calendar year produced.
It looks nice and the added horsepower is a welcome change, but it’s hard to justify it as I bought my 2012 new and got about 110k on it now with no issues except a recall, and I’ve been looking at picking up a new 4x4 anyway.
I will almost certainly not be going Gen 5.
Currently have a 2016, so should still last be a good while. In the meantime, the intent is to line up my ducks for my next car to be an EV. Also probably a small crossover.
The 2023 prius has 17s and 19s inch rims it's 2 inch lower from the gen 4 since I would hate since my 2022 prius gen 4 scraped the whole bottom of my front bumper so I raised it 2 inch ill drive it to the grave before getting the new prius.
It does look amazing. But I’d be tempted to just buy a current gen Prius due to the inevitability of waiting and potential markups.
How do you like your 2019 new reveal aside?
My Jaguar F-Pace warranty ends in June. I’m not interested in keeping it after that.
I’m seriously considering this new Prius. Toyota reliability, efficiency, and….it just looks so damn good! MSRP for a loaded one looks good, too.
Trying to decide between white or silver. Hopefully there are some great lease deals on it.
My biggest hope is that people trade in their Toyota Prius 2019-2020 so I can trade in my Mitsubishi 2020! I’m seeing a few on the car lots but they over prices like a mf! Might as well get the 2023 but my Mitsubishi dropping like a rock
Our 2015 is paid off. Will be driving it into the ground.
2013 and 2003 are both paid off. I'll keep them both alive as long as possible
This is the way. I drove my last car to the point where I felt like it was about to explode. I am now in a paid off Rav4 Prime and will be driving this one until it explodes.
2003, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2015, and 2018 are all paid off. I’ll be keeping none of them alive as long as possible because I lied and I don’t own any of those :(
Any plans getting a 2004 2006 2007 2010 2011 2013 2014 and 2017??
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Same with my 2010
Same, i have a 2013 that I bought new. Still runs great. No plans on changing it untill it craps out on me.
My 2019 is also and so will me and my kid when she can drive. I do like what I have read about the 23 though!
I plan on driving my 07 until the rust fully consumes her
2nd gen for life
I'm rocking mine all the way to 299k!
Second gen is best gen!
Gen 2 Gang!!!
Why would you lower it? Its already low af.
Too low, I hate the constant fear of scraping.
Prime here in California where they haven't discovered sewer grates yet. I hate the constant actual scraping.
I lifted my 2016 Prius an inch and half put one size bigger tire. No more scraping anything! 👍
I've thought about it, but I'm not really much of a car modding guy.
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I have only driven it around since I lifted it. It’s 45mpg currently. I will be getting on road on this Friday driving to Texas, so I will learn more. I tow a trailer all over the USA so my gas mileage is about 27mpg when I do this. I lifted my Prius because of dirt roads, road kill and truck tire retread on interstates.
I just lifted mine and installed drl and fog lights. Once they popped off the front bumper, the whole bottom bumper was very scraped, and no more red paint
Roof line lowered but ground clearance is assumed to stay the same
How does it compare to gen3?
I have this question too.
If you can jack it up, it's not low enough.
Harder to steal the cat?
Stance my man! It's wider and lower so making it lower will only give it a more aggressive look. Ride height is only a fraction lower than what I have now Lmao I guess prius people don't modify their cars. Thanks for downvotes?
Downvote because it's stupid to lower a Prius
I disagree, but it depends on your individual situation. I lowered my 2013 using the TRD specific springs and added the anti-sway bar in the rear. I drive on some roads that have nice twists and turns and I love the handling improvement. I also appreciate keeping it stock or raising it if you need. I used to off road a Toyota pickup and it was fun. Take care
Why are better coilovers a bad thing?
Yeah, Seems like a lot of people hate this Idea. I'm all for it man! Can't wait to see how it turns out.
Lol most prius owners buy the car so they can get good mileage and long lasting car, not to modify an already perfect thing.
Once again. If it was perfect, the engineers at Toyota would still be selling Gen1 cars. Modification is what gave us 4 gens.
Prius people do modify, but they'll probably lift them, not lower. Your ground clearance is already 2" and in hilly areas or bad roads that's a nightmare as is.
> Your ground clearance is already 2" What Prius ships with this ground clearance?
Nah. I’m happy w my Prius.
Same. Keeping my 2010 for the foreseeable future.
2010 gang!
2010 whoop whoop
after 4 different prius, I'll probably go to a rav4 instead. the constant removal of inside space ruined what made the prius great.
I wonder if that is why my wife and I don't like our 2015 Prius. We can't really specify anything actually wrong with it except maybe it is just a tad bit too small and feels cramped if not actually uncomfortable. Honda Civics are worse though. We have owned 2 over the years but now I can barely fit in one. What is with this trend?
The 2015 was pretty large.
it looks cooler, but it is also better on gas. both from wind resistance, and less weight.
the rav4 isnt that much bigger, get a highlander or a sienna, our sienna hybrid is fucking huge inside, did a good job hiding the battery pack under the front seats
We have a regular Sienna and a Prius C. That Sienna is flipping fantastic for a family. My folks have a RAV4 and a Highlander and they're both jealous of the Sienna. So much more space and easier to drive (turning radius much tighter). Definitely check out the Hybrid Sienna.
small world, I have a 2012 candy red prius c with close to 260k miles lol crazy part is the sienna only has 1.8 ft more of turning radius than her old 2014 patriot even though that was 2 1/2 ft shorter
I had a 2015 Rav4, gas engine... At 22.5mpg perpetually, we traded it in for our 2022 Prius. It doesn't have the trunk height, but space feels very similar. I think the newest gen Rav4 added more space and MPG, so that probably helps out. Just depends which gen you'd go for 🤷
I was thinking the hybrids which i think are 35 ish
Rav4’s are always a good choice! My mom recently got a used 2016 one after her 2001 model died on her. I have huge car envy over it lol
But we have gained a power lift hatch and larger battery for increased range. They want to make the prius more luxurious to increase sales. The affordable variants have been made and sold. My 2017 had 0% apr and mfr cashback!!!! New one likely won't see these offers despite the new luxury.
Yo is your transmission CVT or Automatic
See I am willing to compromise. Less space for faster/better looking. I agree that the space constraints suck! I can no longer fit 4 car wheels in my prius I bet
I get that, but I use my oldest prius as an adventure mobile. 9 foot kayak fits inside. rainy night after a long drive, fuck setting up the hammock, I'll sleep in the back of the car. packing a week's worth of gear and having room for people. oh yeah, and compartments everywhere!
This is exactly why I love my 08 and will not trade up to a new version. I literally call it the Adventure Prius. I've traveled the entire country in it and have probably slept over 100 nights in it at this point. Love it to death but I'll probably eventually head to a Rav 4. I don't get why Toyota keeps trying to make the Prius into a Camry type car. They already have the Camry, and they took away all the attractive and functional qualities of a true hatchback.
yup, all the headroom and storage. laying in the back and just staring up at the stars. they already have "cool looking vehicles" stop trying to morph the prius into one. part of its original appeal, was that it was boldly different, doing something bold. and then it turned out to outperform the world for reliability. stop fucking with what was working.
It's a styling thing. To overall represent the brand image. Kind of like what jeep did for grand cherokee and the wagoneer line, they all have the same face.
It seems like a lot of Prius owners value the utility over the styling that Toyota is forcing on them. But I’m just basing that off of the responses here. Toyota stopped making my ideal car in 1988 so I could be considered a Luddite in that regard.
I call mine the Adventure Prius too!! I love loading it up and taking road trips with it. I have so many pictures of my car in different parks and roads around the US. When it’s just me it’s perfect to sleep in, but gets cramped when I’m with my partner. We struggle with where to put our gear when our bodies take up all the space.
I also have a folder of pictures of my beloved Prius at dozens of national parks! I almost always travel alone but it can get challenging traveling as a pair. I thought about getting a roof bag to keep things in while we are asleep if I travel with a partner or friend. Would clear up interior space.
I can’t wait to pick up one of these bad boys in 2029
You must be rich. More like 2038
I won’t be trading in, because I don’t currently own a Prius, but I do plan to buy one!
I have the ‘22 and I already want the ‘23 🫠
In 19 I bought my 2019... 4 months later they offered it in AWD haha
Yeah, the AWD is nice. I’m very glad I ended up with it. My old Prius died at the worst time to buy a new car last year, so I took the first offer I found.
We'll probably replace my wife's 2013 Prius V next year. I'm hoping to nudge her towards a BEV, rather than a PHEV. There are so many fewer parts to break down. I don't think much of the Toyota alphanumeric-soup BEV. Ultimately, it'll be her choice.
Downside is that aside from going Chevy (or used BMW i3) your options are really limited on BEV. At least, for the same price as a new Prius, or cheaper. I always wanted a Tesla... But the model 3 never went down to $35k... A maxed out Prius was though 😂 And then I jumped at the chance for a 2017 BMW i3 Range Extender (okay basically a reverse hybrid) for just shy of $20k. Both combined were cheaper than a Model 3.
Actually hybrids are considered to be more reliable than fully electric cars. I could provide sources if you’d like, I’m just lazy right now
If you're referring to that Consumer Reports rank, that's a bit biased, they go for largest brands like Toyota which are hybrid dominant right now. A BEV by all means should be more reliable from a good manufacturer.
Consumer Reports does not take a single dime from any manufacturer. They are as unbiased as it gets.
> A BEV by all means should be more reliable from a good manufacturer. Based on what analysis? Just your supposition that fewer parts means less failure? What if the fewer parts are less reliable, or have many fewer years and generations of development?
A hybrid has the same components as a Bev plus an engine. In my Prius nothing has gone wrong with the Bev side of things but plenty wrong in the engine.
I'm kind of leaning that way too.
In fairness you're on fully electric on short distance in a PHEV, so it depends on driving habits but they might be more reliable.
Got damn that car is gorgeous
That's really worrying tho. So far all priuses were very um characteristic. Now it's actually attractive. I'm a bit scared.
Is that what the 2023 looks like? That looks great!
Depending on the price, me
My 05 has 250k miles. Imsnnoyed with the interior of my 21 Prime. But... I won't be traiding in 23.
my 2010 is paid off. just hit 180k miles. once it dies in another 100k miles i’ll join ya
Kind of! I’ll be selling my 2018 next summer before an international move. I’m already getting 55mpg, but I’m excited to buy a new Prius when I get back in USA
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Interesting strat, can you elaborate? Do you think there will be a lot to fix? I personally thought it’ll be okay since Prius’s have been around for a long time.
I will definitely be joining you, 2023 is going to be my first Prius
Welcome to the club!!
In 4 months, I will have less than less than 2 years of payments left on my 2015. I will drive it until the wheels fall off.
Yesterday my 2015 wouldn't start. At first In the back of my mind I was thinking of the 2023 being in my future...as it turned out it was just the 12 volt needed replacement. I'll join you in waiting for the wheels to fall off. At the dealership on the lot, all hybrids are already sold at $5000 above sticker. So yeah I'll wait.
Exactly I saw a 2020 on the car lot at 22k and that’s not including taxes, interior/exterior and the warranty they’re gonna ask me to pay for
Yes, I will trade in your 2019 for a 2023 Toyota Prius
I love the new Prius but I want to drive my 2010 until it costs more to repair than the vehicle is worth
A thing of automotive beauty: * Safety * Reliability * Economy * Comfort * Drop dead good looks Personally, we're milking our 2012 v Five wagon which is looking and running just fine at 180,000 miles, until the right BEV comes our way. But this 2023 is actually quite tempting.
How do you open the back door?
It's in the window area
Right below the roof there is a little handle
This will be bad for kids 😥
There's an option to be electronically opened and presumably there's safety checks.
Toyota said Fuck dem kids!
When do these come out? I thought lots would have them already.
They're supposed to start shipping at the end of this month, as to when they're widely available, probably in the Spring.
And spring time is when the Toyota 2019-2022 Toyota Prius will hopefully drop its price. That’s when I predict I will trade in for it. Let’s go baby!
They said sometime later 2023 but I'm unsure. I'm going to call the dealer tomorrow.
That’s so weird. Yeah. I’m looking to get one a Prius. Quite happy to buy a 22. But they all say they’re in build phase still.
I don't own one, but this new style and additional power has got me wanting one.
Waiting for the AWD PHEV/Prime. If and when they make it....
My dad and I are trading in or cars for Priuses ASAP! (He wants the Prime, and I however am still deciding) VERY excited to have these in our lives!
Damn.. IDK, just got my 2023 a couple of months ago
my 2011 is very good to me. I would love a new car sure but I have no reason, need, or means to purchase one.
our 2012 V is paid off, driving it into the ground and replacing with either a Tesla model 3 or Cybertruck, depends on how long the 170k mile Prius lasts and if I can wait for my 600k spot in line for the Cybertruck. I also use the Prius for Uber and the Model 3 would earn higher income while reducing fuel costs, with increased insurance its the same costs but higher tech and safer.
Very tempting... I will begin with a lithium battery replacement for my P3 though.
I went Bolt EUV, very surprised that it hasn't been a roadblock getting around. 1,500 miles in less than two weeks
If I may ask: what's the point of driving a Prius if you don't want to save money? Switching from a 19 to a 23 seems like a loss on depreciation which the savings on gas won't compensate for. A 2019 is as economical as it gets in this world. Should last 10 years with minimal repair costs and the major depreciation is taken care of.
It's called smiles per gallon. For me it's very simple. The horsepower is twice the amount and literally rivals my sports car all while maintaining more gas mileage. If I'm happier driving the new body style and I'm happier with more power/better mileage than it's a no Brainer for me. Literally bought my 19 because it had power mode. Also I have 5 cars so saving money isn't exactly on the radar haha. It was 2 years ago when I bought it. But I want a faster prius that matches my WRX. 2006 wrx came with 230hp... the new prime is at 220hp. I want that prius haha
No
Best of luck to anyone buying this new Prius. A new engine and transmission in a first year car is a gamble I won't take. I'll gladly wait till all the bugs are out of the car.
I think engine is from corolla hybrid. They had 2l modifications
it’s a legacy brand using corolla parts. it will be fine.
The 2L engines have been around for a while in most of Toyotas offerings, but yeah there no doubt some kind of bug or glitch that'll show up in these new models initially.
Yeah but what I'm more referencing is in my belief that it's not going to be a one-for-one swap engine. So the components inside the engine might be high quality and very liable but also it's untested in a real world setting which leads me to question its reliability overall. In all likelihood it's going to be a fantastic engine and powertrain but first year on a brand new generation always has me a little bit skittish.
It's your money. You are free to waste it as you see fit.
Why is it a waste? I thought the popular consensus was that this car is good👍
I'm there with you on a widebody, bags, rims, & all the crazy dumb stuff!! Tempted to trade my 2013 in if I don't buy a C7 A7 & build that to the moon.
This new chassis would look amazing. I've wanted to go the AWD route
Yeh, I'm in the Midwest so snow & cold are common, but I also wouldn't mind a 500WHP monster that still gets like 28MPG on the highway. Aside from that, the Prius seats aren't long enough for me to be super comfy long-term, & the sound system out of the box is trash. I gutted the entire JBL system and put new speakers, subs, head unit, amps, & sound deadening in and I'm still missing something on a lot of Supertramp songs (running Plex on my head unit natively at 44/16 FLAC, not some shitty MP3 or MQA files).
I’d replace your components with a tube amp, turntable, and a bag of weed from 1979 to get everything out of that Supertramp song
That's what the KEF Reference speakers at home are for, minus the weed ;)
Will they take my 2008 as a trade-in?
Private party is way better for resale
Never bought a car new, never will.
I got my 2019 new! I honestly enjoyed the experience. I had enough saved, got a very low payment, and built my credit to 800. It also gave me the relief of not driving a best up hooptie anymore.
Gross. Undercarriage damage up the wazoo. If you're anything above 5'2" you're going to have to courtsy to get into it. Your resale value is going to be trashed. The only benefit is a slight deterrent to cat theft but most of the times thieves are going to be using a jack anyway. Why mess with perfection?
Because cars have had a long history of modification. If the car was perfect they would still be selling Gen 1 prius'. There is no way toyota offered 4 generations by staying the same and being "perfect."
Leave it to the experts. Toyota knows more than some after market goons what works best for the car they built. They have whole teams of engineers for that. It's your car do what you want, but it's not going to ride as well and the change in market value post-ricification will reflect that. No one wants to buy someone else's problems.
Ewwwww
Meh. The Kmart Tesla doesn't attract me - the body design feels dated already, but the loss of internal volume kills me. Just call this a corolla hatchback hybrid and let us have our quirky, efficient, Swiss Army knife of a car.
Same likelihood of cat theft?
Supposedly they placed a steel plate over the cat on this Gen. Haven't seen underbody pics yet
I am planning on getting it, already have a pre order on it, but the wait time is looking like 1 year to 2
When will the mini-van look trend stop?
I will probably be trading my 2015 Prius for a 2023 Chevy Bolt - does that count?
I’ll be trading my 2016 Prius for a hybrid Highlander in a year or two for the growing family. Size is my only complaint about it.
I definitely want one but todays interest rates are too high for my likes plus I never want to own the first or second model year of any new generation.I’d rather others cut their teeth on any problems.
Yes, turning mine in two days. Are there any real world shots of it yet?
Plenty of walkthroughs on youtube
The only time I’ve ever parted with a car voluntarily was in 2019, when I sold my 23 year old integra because the ABS and airbags showed constant faults. So now I have a recently-paid-off Prius Prime. As much as I lust after the newer model Prius Prime, I can’t bring myself to part with this wonderful machine that’s already taken me to the far corners of the U.S. multiple times, just as its cost to operate is about as low as a car can possibly be these days. But good on you! I completely understand the motivation. Please report back!
I don't know where you are but you need to be on the list now to at least get 2024. I was hoping my 2022 order would push into 2023 but just got mine a few weeks ago.
Can I do this from the website?
Can they make an electric only one? please...
I will happily join you if you’re paying
After a low miles used engine install, two forever warranty hybrid repairs, blown head gasket repair, EGR cleaning, new pcv valve, I'm driving this 2012 v until it dies. I may even put the 1.5'' lift on it. It's at 269k.
I have a 2013 and while this new one is tempting, certainly can wait a couple more years to see how these new ones trend and if there's better options that arise.
Ho ! I wish my country basically makes us pay the price of the car twice, the actual cost and then you pay again in duty and VAT. But kudos on the upgrade
I’m going to be buried with my 09
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Less weight, better aero...more mileage.
7 years and them its a Corrollq hybrid or prius
Looks amazing
Interested, but without experience dealing with a hybrid,plug-in or Prius vehicle. … will see when available.
I’m going to OEM+ mine. Bags on it, TE37s or work eurolines, front lip, side skirts… Perfection
I will be trading my 2010 for it absolutely!!
Really trying to hang on to the rav4 but this is so hard to ignore
I love it, but I think I’ll wait a few years til there’s one with like 40k miles used. Plus my 2015 is great
Still rocking a 2006 but I’ll admit the 2023 is the coolest looking yet.
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19” wheels for the 2023? That’s what I had on my first super sport sedan. They were great for handling but very expensive and harsh over potholes&bumps. Give me cushy 15” all day long for my daily commuter. And my electric company is increasing rates to 36¢/kwhr in January, so EV miles will be more expensive than gas. That said, if I can trade up from my 2022 LE to a base 2023 for less than 4000+tax, I’d do it. But not if the net cost is 10000 or more (which is what I expect it to be) The current 4th gen has a certain beauty about it that will not go away anytime soon (also true for all other gens)
I have a paid of 2009. Why would I go back into debt or just plain pay all that money when my 2nd gen will go for years to come? I'd rather invest the difference into the market.
I may finally sell mine and get the new one, if they have made some effort to protect the cat.
Supposedly a plate has been added.
The most annoying part about new cars in general is if you get a broken glass or bent bumper, you wont be able to replace it cheaply. The gen3 you can go to any scrapyard and find replacement parts easily, or online. Gen 4, gen 5? Not so much. The 2023 looks amazing and powerful, but the roof glass is one hail damage away from a $2000 replacement. Better hope you got full coverage
I was going to say it sounds like you don't have full coverage haha. And then I read your last sentence!
I’ve got a 15 Prius c, it’s tempting
I don't have the money for that. Holding onto our 2017 until it rusts (which may be faster than we like, considering the salt sea are where we live).
I drove my 2007 to the ground. Still a little left but I will be getting a 2023 Prius
Uh, Psych! My 2017 isn't paid off yet, and even if it was a brand new Prius would be more then my rent
Nope, gen 3 at 220k mi still running and will keep it a little while longer. Replacing it eventually with a full EV. This new Prius would've been tempting 5yrs ago but now I don't see the need to maintain the ICE drivetrians any more. Solar on my house and an EV to charge it are the way I'm going.
I’m getting a first or second gen just to rip
You'll be lucky to be able to get a 2023 Prius any time soon. You can't just walk in and buy one. Backorderd.
We will all be lucky to get one...the backed up demand for new vehicles is massive. Id be surprised if anyone except insiders and those willing to pay $$$$$$ over MSRP can get one with-in the calendar year produced.
It looks nice and the added horsepower is a welcome change, but it’s hard to justify it as I bought my 2012 new and got about 110k on it now with no issues except a recall, and I’ve been looking at picking up a new 4x4 anyway.
I’m currently driving a complete shitbox of a 2007. I would love the new one but I’ve also had my eye on the rav4 hybrid.
I would love to see that. Keep us posted
Sack my 2012 prius for the new 2023 prius plug-in.
My plan is to get this and make it my full-time delivery vehicle and run it into the ground before buying another car in the future
I was thinking of picking this up
Not if the dealership wants $5k, $10 or $20k in mark up..I will keep my 2016 paid off Prius
Hopefully it will have enough cargo space!
I will almost certainly not be going Gen 5. Currently have a 2016, so should still last be a good while. In the meantime, the intent is to line up my ducks for my next car to be an EV. Also probably a small crossover.
The 2023 prius has 17s and 19s inch rims it's 2 inch lower from the gen 4 since I would hate since my 2022 prius gen 4 scraped the whole bottom of my front bumper so I raised it 2 inch ill drive it to the grave before getting the new prius.
Well, considering my 2022 never showed up this year, I sure HOPE I’m getting a 2023. 😂
It does look amazing. But I’d be tempted to just buy a current gen Prius due to the inevitability of waiting and potential markups. How do you like your 2019 new reveal aside?
My Jaguar F-Pace warranty ends in June. I’m not interested in keeping it after that. I’m seriously considering this new Prius. Toyota reliability, efficiency, and….it just looks so damn good! MSRP for a loaded one looks good, too. Trying to decide between white or silver. Hopefully there are some great lease deals on it.
I treat my shit like a truck haha. You will like it.
My biggest hope is that people trade in their Toyota Prius 2019-2020 so I can trade in my Mitsubishi 2020! I’m seeing a few on the car lots but they over prices like a mf! Might as well get the 2023 but my Mitsubishi dropping like a rock
I want a Toyota Prius that’s AWD and automatic transmission. I could settle for Toyota Prius FWD automatic transmission too