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by 311Bud
Oct 26 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Could possibly save the world
Cons: uhhh, doesn't do fast, reminds me of Communism
Here in America, we love our cars. And just recently, we have come to love our trucks and SUVs. While the styles of the automobiles are quite different, there are a few things that we cherish in our "wheels." We want HORSEPOWER. Tons and tons...
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by mr152
Oct 24 '00 - Updated Jan 04 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Mileage, Quietness, Price, Quality
Cons: None
I've been following the Prius development for years. I was able to get one from the first shipment to California. I have 7,000 miles on it, so far. It has been a real joy to drive.
It becomes a game to maximize your mileage. I changed my...
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by mfjj
Sep 13 '00 - Updated Nov 10 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: good for environment, your wallet, and you
Cons: control layout; interior trim; limited options
The bottom line is, after driving my Prius for over 2000 miles, I can’t imagine any car under $50K that would excite me this much, and I’m not even an environmentalist.
This gas-electric hybrid car is a breakthrough in technology, packaging...
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by waltr
Dec 17 '06 - Updated Dec 18 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Solid, quiet, comfortable, very good fuel economy, cleanest gas powered car of its day
Cons: OEM tires wear out early at manufacturer's recommended pressure.
The Bottom Line: Highly recommended for anyone looking for a solid, comfortable car that is reliable, gets excellent gas mileage and is fun to drive
When the 2001 Prius was announced, I wasted little time putting in my order. My previous two cars, Chevy Sprint and Geo Metro, both got 50 MPG, so I was excited when Toyota announced the Prius. Finally a solid 4 door sedan that broke the 50 MPG barrier. ...
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by natsmada
Dec 10 '01 - Updated Dec 11 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: LCD color display (touch screen), roadside assistance and free scheduled maintenance for 3 years/36,000 miles!
Cons: Paint chips easily, must wait 4-5 months for delivery
The Bottom Line: Toyota has a winner with this car and I hope that my review will create some interest on your part and persuade you to check out this marvelous car!
I have owned my Prius since September '01 and have enjoyed all of the miles that I have put on this wonderful car! I have not had any problems with it so far and I feel that it is the finest vehicle that I have ever owned! It is the only 4 door SULEV...
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by benjaminyoung
Mar 21 '01 - Updated Feb 15 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good interior design, great cornering capacity, outstanding warranty
Cons: Disappointing mileage, lack of front leg room for tall people, steering problems, SECURITY CONCERNS
The Bottom Line: As an owner of both cars, I would recommend the Prius over the Honda Insight for most people. Along with its technological and environmental benefits, it is very practical.
UPDATE: After 2 years of ownership, I still marvel at the technology behind this car and enjoy driving my Prius more than ever. I also now own a Honda Insight -- another hybrid marvel and a FANTASTIC car, if only for specific lifestyles.
This...
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by nachi26
Apr 25 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fuel Efficient
Almost no maintenance
Gets a lot of attention
Cons: Not very powerful
The Bottom Line: This is the beginning of our future and this car works for 80% of people out there. It looks great, drives great, is high tech, and "user friendly".
This is a great great car for our times. No questions. There is no reason everyone should not own a hybrid of some sort. It looks great, works like a normal car, maintenance is included and for most "normal" people (unless you are a race car driver) this...
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by cglassey
Jan 30 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great for the environment, futuristic fun!
Cons: Acceleration is not impressive, braking is odd, console design in places
The Bottom Line: This car makes me feel like I'm living in the 21st century. For an environmentalist, technophile with a family, there is nothing better.
I've been very interested in the technology ever since it was first announced in mid-1997. I've wanted to do my part to help air quality in the place where I live. I'm a technophile. I have a family and I sometimes need to drive three children around....
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by jtmcculloch
Jul 26 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas Mileage, Dependability, WOW Factor, Overall cost of ownership.
Cons: Seat comfort - fixed with adding a seat cushion
The Bottom Line: every one should own one, It also has the highest customer satifaction rating by a large margin over any other car.
I am A ASE Certified Master Auto Technican and the Toyota Prius is the most technologically advanced automobile I have ever seen. I is a true marvel. I got mine in Feb 2001 and as of july 2008 I have about 48,000 miles on it. It is low milaeage due to ...
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by mgaston
Feb 20 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Environmentally friendly, economical, peppy, extremely quiet ("stealth mode"), cool display panel
Cons: No cruise control on base model; squirrels can't hear it approaching
The Bottom Line: Finally, each individual has an opportunity to make a difference by choosing to tread a bit lighter on our planet, in a car designed for real people. Buy a Prius!
I had been following with anticipation the development of hybrid electric/gas technology for years, anxiously awaiting its arrival on the consumer market. When it finally became "orderable" in July 2000, I made sure I was the first on my block (probably...
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by shannonk97
Mar 20 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun to drive;great acceleration;great gas mileage;environmentally friendly-very low emissions.
Cons: No armrest;NO CRUISE CONTROL;steering wheel is set too high;few interior options.
The Bottom Line: I recommend the Prius. It is fun to drive and once you have the cruise control its great on trips. Its cool technology and good for the environment. What else?!
Purchase Experience:
We bought our Prius in August of 2000. It arrived in January of 2001. This can be problematic if you are financing your car with a trade-in. We were not, but if we had, the trade-in would have been a year older and worth less...
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by diffferent1
Jan 16 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: WOW Factor, Smoothness, Quiet, Quality
Cons: No fold down seat or pass through to trunk
The Bottom Line: Highly Recommended. Best vehicle I've ever owned.
Rather than repeat all the praise, I wanted to pass along that this has been the most enjoyable car I have owned in my 31 years of driving. It's a small car that feels quite close to a luxury car in fit, finish, smoothness and quiet. Sure, it's no...
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by pete_b
Jul 20 '02 - Updated Oct 06 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Smooth, quiet, comfortable, 'green', fuel economy
Cons: Lack of cruise control, side air bag and daytime lights options (in UK)
The Bottom Line: Just try it!
These are the views of a British Prius fan.
I have been interested in the Prius since it appeared on a technology TV programme around 1997 (when it was launched in Japan). I had long thought someone ought to make a car based along similar...
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by alanr01
May 17 '01 - Updated Jul 06 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great mileage & low emissions in a real car!
Cons: Lack of certain options and amenities
The Bottom Line: I would recommend the Prius to anyone who wants comfortable, dependable transportation that isn't too environmentally cruel.
Well, I finally got tired of fixing my '97 Camry, and when the warranty expired so did my patience with the thing. So, I went to my local Toyota dealer and test drove a Prius.
I was in for a surprise; this thing was as big inside as my Camry...
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by jppennypacker
Oct 23 '05
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Excellent acceleration from stoplights (0-30), Excellent gas mileage, Interesting Technology stimulating innovation industrywide
Cons: original factory tires sucked, batteries can drain, acceleration above 60 is slow
The Bottom Line: I recommend this car for reliability and innovative hybrid technology. I hope the premium paid for hybrid technology drops and the technology evolves over time so that gasoline is conserved.
I purchased my Prius in October 2001 and it is now October 2005 and I have been very pleased so far. It took about a week of driving time to become accustomed to the feel and layout of the car. I have now put on 56,000 miles in the span of those 4 ...
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