Toyota Prius Change Vehicle

"The car, being small and light-weight, can be a little jittery, as compared to our other car, a mini-van."

"good over all performance."

"Room, hatch back, acceleration, mileage Suspension too soft, I replaced shocks with KYB and handles better. Note: I was broadsided by a 60mph BMW series 7. $15,200 to repair prius. I was not injured! Still have the prius"

"Gas millage! Higher then what is stated by Toyota. I now have 90,000 miles on my Prius and the millage has gotten even better. I do check the millage mechanically not using what the instrument panel says."

"Our next Prius needs to have all wheel drive. I'll get something else if Prius doesn't have all wheel."

"Handles well and accelerates well"

"Excellent in all areas."

"It has the rough ride of a compact car. I'm hoping new tires will make it better."

"This model has a fairly high center of gravity, no visible front corners, and only modest acceleration - all of which add up to only a fair driving experience and a difficult parking experience."

"The Prius has a great ride - very smooth. This is one of my favorite things about the Prius, and is why this is my third in a row."

"The option of "Econ" or "Power" makes a great difference in the confidence of the driver when entering expressways. It is a very valuable feature and one I enjoy! The gasoline MPG is fantastic and averages 50 mpg overall for the first 28k miles that I have driven this Prius!"

"When the gas pedal is pressed in normal or eco mode, the engine revs high before the car moves. When in power mode, the car's acceleration is much quicker with lower engine revs."

"Excellent power when climbing hills in the mountains of Colorado."

"see prior explanation"

"It is boring!"

"My wife is 5' 2' but has trouble seeing the fender-curb relationship. This is a trouble area in the Prius."

"The Prius just doesn't have the greatest acceleration and handling. It's just okay."

"Acceleration and handling is excellent."

"Jokes about acceleration must be made by Nascar drivers. I have found it perfectly suited accelerating from a standstill, matching speeds entering freeways, and overtaking. The CVT is exceptional, and one of my favorite features. Steering, especially on long trips, is excellent. Cruise control accurate, though I wish Toyota would make one that "remembers" where it was last set after a stop."

"Lots of power here in the Rockies (7000'+) and handles well too."

"Good acceleration, drives smooth"

"Having driven performance luxury cars most of my life I expected less from the Prius, but have been really surprised at its pep and power. If it were just a little prettier and a lot quieter I'd never consider a luxury car again."

"I didn't expect the car to accelerate and handle so well. I really feel very well in control of the vehicle in all respects. I think it handles much better than almost any other car that I have driven."

"Seats lack support. Hard to find comfortable driving position"

"Too many blind spots to the sides and rear."

"This car has no feedback at all. It's a horrible vehicle on curvy roads. I always pull over to let other vehicles pass when I drive the Prius in the curvy roads. It makes the Honda Civic seem like a sports car..."

"When avoiding an erratic driver or needing power entering a freeway on an on-ramp...push that little PWR button, the electric motor kicks the gas engine in the rear and you FLY. That's fun - particularly seeing the faces on other drivers when I assume the speed limit and they get to pass me, finally."

"Good acceleration. This car has a special button to give extra power- I don't use it- enough get up abd go w/out it! I like passing BMWs on steep uphill S!"

"brake pedal is too small"

"Acceleration is very weak. It gets you there but it takes its time."

"Before purchasing the Prius I was concerned that it might be annoyingly under powered. But to my surprise the acceleration, especially from a stand still, is quite lively...the benefits of high torque at zero rpm with an electric motor. The handling is more than adequate for every day driving. And the ride is very good even over bumpy surfaces."

"In winter conditions (snow), the Prius is quite bad. I believe this is due to not enough weight on the front tires."

"Car was a realistic replacement for Toyota Sequoia at the time, but because the car is SO LOW to ground, I scrape and bang it on everything! next car will have more lift and slightly more space, such as small SUV."

"fantastic acceleration"

"Much more powerful and solid handling than I ever thought. There's some play in accelerator pedal that you easily get used to (and I hear has been adjusted/ fix in newer models)"

"Best front wheel drive in snow. The car can behave like a sports car if needed"

"does not quite have enough at times"

"The cornering is not as good as my previous Ca Mary's and there is frequent hydro planing at potholes or other depressions in the road."

"I only have ONE 2011 Prius. Poor - visibility due to windsheild frame design. Good - Steering - handles well in snow and on slippery pavement - fuel mileage."

"wonderful car but very poor vision through back window"

"Rear vision is very bad. Needs rear camera."

"Wife's Car. She likes it and you know, Happy Wife, Happy Life"

"Very, very easy to drive, park in tight spaces. Also holds lots of groceries, suitcases, roomy."

"The acceleration is slow, but I love the CVT. It is very smooth. The handling is bad and the ground clearance is not good. It is less than other sedans and I have been scratched so many times."

"The vehicle is very noisy. Road noise is excessive."

"Actually my issue is the styling of the rear hatch. It is virtually impossible to clean/keep clean the window area just below the rear hatch; and in looking through the rear view mirror, that area provides very limited visibility.."

"Took awhile to get used to the acceleration in this car. When merging onto an expressway you must floor the gas pedal to get up to speed. Once I got used to this however, no problem."

"While applying the regenerative braking, if you hit a bump in the road, the brake 'releases' and you have to mash the pedal down to get braking power back. I'm guessing this is a protection mechanism for the regenerative brakes, and pushing the pedal down more applies the brake pads. It's very disconcerting the first couple of times you experience it"

"VERY poor traction in winter snowy, icy weather."

"Excellent handling and acelration"

"When braking and turning a corner sometimes the car 'skips' - it looses traction and I feel as though I am no longer in control"

"For a small car it accelerates well and will handle well."

"Handles well. Acceleration is good when put into the power mode."

"Hard to get good driving position. Seat has no lumbar support. Side mirror adjustment is a far reach"

"Car accelerates very well, able to get to speed quickly"

"The Prius acceleration is leisurely and hard acceleration can be quite noisy. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) allows the engine to run at high revs before the car actually speeds up (we run the car in Eco mode to get better gas mileage). Handling is good with little lean, but not great."

"Awful slow acceleration in normal mode. Better acceleration in power mode but then your mileage is no better than a regular car."

"acceleration is slow and handling isn't the best but I bought it for the gas mileage."

"A little under powered."

"The blind spot in the rear left quarter is terrible. I had parking assist installed as an after-market accessory and it helps mitigate this problem a little. Have also gotten used to using my side mirror more effectively."

"Well, I get the acceleration I need but this is not a standout feature. Handling is good. But, the linings in the tire wells have all fallen out or come loose in the course of regular driving!"

"The car is just too low to the ground. I would never get it again (if I have the choice) because it scrapes on absolutely everything."

"Pickup is decent, and the car is quite good in most months of the year. It's something of an adventure in snow, due to its light weight and lack of all-wheel drive."

"Surprising smooth with good acceleration."

"excellent handling, decent acceleration"

"Poor acceleration! Once we actually beat a blind nun in a wheelchair across an intersection from a standing start."

"Power mode provides a good boost when passing."

"The car handles all road conditions well. I am happy with its handling on snowy road conditions especially, with appropriate snow tires. It has good acceleration. My biggest complaint is that I needed to replace the motor two years ago due to a valve problem. (after owning it four years)"

"The acceleration is slow, but reliably so."

"It is not a fast accelerater but then it was never advertised to be fast. It handles okay in most situations."

"Using the 'power' button it will take off, almost, like a sports car. However, what I really like is how it takes corners and curves, and hugs to the road. The heavy battery seems to hold it down and keep it in place. Really love that. :)"

"We were prepared to "accept" the Prius as a small and functional vehicle with efficiency being our primary focus. Over the 160k+ miles driven so far, we are amazed with the comfort and drivability. I don't have any hesitation to drive the Prius on long trips."

"Great turning radius, perfect for parellel parking or getting out of tight spaces. Acceleration is excellent for merging onto highways."

"Handling is responsive, but sluggish. Acceleration leaves a lot to be desired, like actually accelerating when you push the pedal. There’s a significant waiting period before the car responds. You have to really know the car’s quirks or it could be dangerous."

"Excellent acceleration and handling"

"I installed a Toyota Racing Development (Toyota-made) antisway bar in the rear; I installed an AutoMeter 0-6000 small tachometer on the dash; & I purchased Michelin Energy A/S tires, all to make it more fun and to make sure I knew what the engine was doing (RPMs). I recommend these additions. I don't care about the acceleration, which is satisfactory: I want good, flat handling, and driver involvement. I wrote to Toyota o tell them they should put a tachometer in every vehicle they make, including hybrids."

"Very poor traction, especially in wet or mud or snow. I got the best traction aftermarket tires I could find using CR advice. Hard acceleration (and it is pretty weak) from a stop regularly spins the wheels, making it hard to enter a highway from a stop. The brakes let go when encountering a bump or pothole, which is scary when you are on a turn."

"GOOD: Power Mode provides a much needed faux-turbo response compared to earlier models. Crucial for getting onto highways with short merge lanes. Eco Mode provides the typical Prius driving experience, which feels somewhat like a giant golf cart, though it's absolutely fine once you get used to it. BAD: Braking is sometimes scary, as ABS prevents actual stopping when braking on bumpy or otherwise non-grippy terrain."

"Responsive"

"Acceleration and handling is more than adequate The braking and regeneration of the hybrid battery is exceptional."

"Acceleration not impressive."

"It is ABSOLUTELY RELIABLE. Admittedly I have just about 32000 on this 7 year old car but it's fun to drive, great sound system, have had a few oil changes - maybe five. I seldom have a passenger and don't believe I've ever had four people in the car.The only ting wrong is the navigation/radio screen...the left half is UNUSABLE. It's dead. That's with the pre-selected radio stations and even the map - it cannot be increased or decreased in size."

"It handles great and has very good acceleration than I expected for a hybrid"

"Prius easy to drive."

"For a small engine it accelerates quite well although a little more get up and go in close situations would be nice. I would give up alttle mileage for more power."

"It drives and handles easily acceleration is fine"

"Steering is excellent, cornering quite good, ride comfortable, acceleration quite adequate for entering a freeway but could use more when overtaking at speed."

"Handles well in traffic and parking."

"Adequate acceleration, so-so handling which can be improved with better tire selection."

"Good low end torque to get on freeway"

"its always equal to the task"

"slow acceleration resonable handling HUGE BLIND SPOTS"

"It works efficiently and dependably"

"fuel economy"

"Since its a hybrid, acceleration is very poor and sluggish. Handling is fine. Wish acceleration was better."

"The Prius accelerates without feeling like it is struggling, even when ascending hills. Handling is effortless and the seats are comfortable especially when maneuvering in tight turns."

"Acceleration is somewhat slow but normal for a hybrid. Handling is fairly responsive."

"EASY HANDLING in both"

"The power mode has the extra acceleration needed in highway driving."

"The Prius handles any task I put before it--whether merging into heavy highway traffic, driving through snow on a gravel road, or managing bumpy unpaved roads through woods. Especially with the "power" button, I can get fast acceleration when I need it; the rest of the time, I keep it in "eco" mode. It handles mountain curves comfortably and responds well if I have to stop fast or speed up suddenly. I love the Prius!"

"Visibility out the back is difficult"

"The JBL audio system is amazing!! It's a boring little car but we don't care...we save lots of money!"

"For a 4 cylinder the acceleration is very sufficient. The ride is not that bad and all the controls are easy to get to and understand."

"For an economical small engine vehicle the accelerator response is impressive...and I prefer a car in which I can see all four corners, which makes handling easier."

"Acceleration is very good. Handles high speeds well. Stops quickly and smoothly, turns on a dime, handles well in curves."

"The handling and acceleration have exceeded my expectation, especially in highway driving. I seldom need the Power mode, but when I do, it is amazing how much oomph this little car has. As for the handling, I have successfully maneuvered in emergency situations at Interstate speeds to avoid accidents without sacrificing control. It's nimble, when on wet roads."

"Very reliable, but clunky with respect to acceleration. Handling seems okay."

"surprisingly good acceleration and cornering, much better than you would expect from a hybrid"

"Control is VERY good. On "Eco" setting the acceleration is weak. If I were going to change anything, I'd have flooring the pedal immediately override the Eco setting. I've felt that I needed that only rarely, but it would have been nice to have it."

"Can't see out of back and side windows very good."

"Acceleration is quite good (in the power mode) and very responsive. It takes corners like a pro (likely due to the heavy battery and low height). The Prius drive seems quite unique and very satisfying."

"The Prius gets great gas mileage, has good power, and handles well. It is noisy though."

"love the way it drives and handles. it is a peppy car and accelerates well even going up hill."

"In Power mode, the Prius has fairly quick acceleration. When in Economy mode, the Prius accelerates much more leisurely, with the benefit of improved gas mileage. Handling on smooth roads is okay, but not great. The suspension supports the heavy hybrid battery, so the ride is harsher than it might otherwise be for a non-hybrid version."

"Lots of acceleration with the Hybrid engine."

"Excellent acceleration and performance. Amazing Hybrid technology. No other Hybrid comes close."

"It generally runs well in town, but needs a little more acceleration power on freeways."

"Acceleration is somewhat sluggish, but is to be expected of a hybrid vehicle. Handling is good due to its size."

"Very simple to operate, sufficient power for almost all driving conditions. Some problem on snow and ice."

"Has plenty of power when I need it."

"One needs to give themselves time to adjust to driving a Prius. This is NOT a bad thing, just that it changes the way you need to accelerate and handle driving. Really easy, once you focus on no using a heavy foot on the accelerator."

"Acceleration is adequate; handling is adequate, but that is because Prius owners accept Prius' less-than-crisp control. My main concern re: this automobile that I actually am very found of and will gladly buy again, is the lack of lower back support in either front seat. This is a flaw in all Prius of the 2010 through 2016 models and the fact that the problem was allowed to persist over a 6-year model run is unacceptable."

"Sweet design..lowest drag coefficient ever. That battery placed low in the design allows sports car handling around curves; serious "stick" to the road. All that, and fabulous mileage on top."

"I am a slow and cautious driver and the Prius meets my need as far as acceleration and handling."

"handles well for a small hybrid which is years old."

"It accelerates surprisingly well and handles great."

"Handling is good, cruises nicely at 75 with 50+ mpg in summer. What I like most is ergonomics. Everything feels like it's in exactly in the right place (I'm 6 feet, 200 pounds)."

"acceleration is very good in all modes you can select. Handling is also very good. Gas mileage is excellent especially when you coast and anticpate your stops., and do not accelerate fast needlessly."

"and it handles very well and has acceleration when needed.."

"For the incredible mileage obtained, the acceleration and handling are MORE than adequate!"

"The Toyota Prius has a responsive acceleration and an easy, steady handling that provides an enjoyable driving experience."

"Handles pretty well. A little slow when merging into traffic."

"With electric power added to the gasoline engine, acceleration is very good, and car handles curves and other situations well also."

"Surprisingly good acceleration for a small hybrid engine car."

"Road noise level is quite high."

"good headlights hard to get in"

"There is a recall on the air bags"

"Excessive road noise; handling a little sloppy."

"The seats, which are heated when you wish, are comfortable enough for a short drive. But if you're going on a road trip of any length, they become uncomfortable. We've rented a car a couple of times for trips because of this. The road noise is horrendous! Now that my husband is hard of hearing, it's almost impossible to converse while driving on the highway. It's probably the noisiest car we've owned."

"driver's seat is tricky to adjust during a long trip"

"I would pay more for this vehicle to have more comfortable front seats and a quieter ride. Otherwise consider it an amazing automobile and a exceptional value!"

"On hot days the A/C can not keep the car cool."

"Air conditioner is run from an electric motor, so the gas motor need not be running however the only way to get heat is to run the engine. Noisy."

"noisy cab; ride a bit rough; seat needs lumbar support"

"Rear seat is actually comfortable for two full-sized adults, and tolerable even for three. Climate control is very effective, precise in fully automatic mode, and has many options for manual control. Ride is very comfortable on long trips."

"The lack of a power adjustable driver'S seat is a source of discomfort particularly on long rides. The lack of this option will prevent me from purchasing or leasing another of these vehicles"

"It offers a comfortable ride and excellent fuel economy"

"there's a lot of road noise. Not easy to adjust the back of the driver's seat."

"Seats aren't really comfortable and there is a lot of road and engine noise."

"The A/C unit is not ergonomic. All buttons, I have to aim them and to push many times to reach the fan speed/temp. I want."

"More road noise than I would like"

"The A/C blows right on you. Hard to find a comfortable position."

"There are not as many adjustments, particularly lumbar, on the front passenger so passenger gets uncomfortable before I do on long trips."

"Seats are very uncomfortable on long trips. 300 miles plus."

"Lack of lower back support. It's not a comfortable vehicle for long trips without frequent breaks to get out and walk around. Lower back-support cushions help (I'm still experimenting). Part of the discomfort came from positioning the driver's seat at its maximum height. It took more than 50,000 miles to discover that it was more comfortable to drive with the driver's seat at a lower level."

"I love my Prius! It looks sporty, is very comfortable, especially on long drives. The car handles beautifully and is very responsive. I would absolutely buy this car again. The audio/phone/radio is terrific and I love the gas savings!"

"Car is acceptably comfortable but not exceptionally so. The ambient noise while driving is relatively high. I would prefer a quieter more comfortable ride"

"Noisy"

"Too much road noise"

"On good roads it rides quite well, but on bad roads you feel the bumps, and in general the ride is a little bit noisy(road noise)."

"Drive on a 1,700 OW trip each summer.Some of the states we drive through have 80 mph speed limits and I drive that fast. For a small car it handles wonderfully keeps up with the fast speeds and is very comfortable even for the 10 hours we are in the car each day."

"Poor back support which is important to me. Noise is a little loud and ride only so-so. Climate control is very good."

"The seats need better arm rests, or place to put your arms/elbows. You can also hear the road noise very well from inside the car. The radio should be a step up. It should tell you what's playing. Other than that, it is fine."

"Currently dealing with AC compressor failure (no warning signs) - very expensive repair for lower mileage car with limited AC use. Will see if Toyota steps up to help with the cost - but disappointed for this major component to go so soon."

"I did not order power seats. This is my single greatest regret. It is a real pain adjusting the seats between my wife and I pumping them up and down."

"Noisy ride, especially on highways. However, we don't drive much on interstates."

"There is much less room in the 2011 Prius than in our 2004 Prius. Also, my husband is handicapped, and we could not move the seat back far enough for his legs. We do not like the tiny dashboard display. We liked the 2004 computer like display better. It is very hard to see the trip meter, and use or change the dashboard display."

"The solar powered fan is the best feature I have ever had in a car. It keeps the car cool after sitting in the sun all day."

"The suspension is a little stiff, resulting in a bumpy ride on rough roads."

"road noise"

"comfort is mediocre. a car at the price we paid should have more comfort and a better ride"

"This vehicle is far superior to any previous vehicle I have owned in terms of climate control, noise, ride, turning radius, lighting systems and audio system."

"Bumpy ride--necessary for this light car, but lousy on trips. Noise--difficult to talk at highway speeds."

"The seats and support are very poor. The ride is rough. The road noise is high. The car is not enjoyable to drive. The engine is loud under acceleration. The wheels squeal in turns easily. The car is very utilitarian."

"I do not find the automatic climate control feature terribly effective. I find myself often adjusting it manually to get and keep a comfortable temp. Seems to run at higher fan speeds (increased noise) than necessary. Would also be nice if the blue tooth phone interface would reduce the climate control when activated as the fan noise makes it difficult for people to understand conversation."

"seats manual--power adjustment option should be added."

"Surprisingly comfortable, quiet ride. Great highway cruiser. Plenty of legroom (I'm 6' 4") front and back."

"There is more room in the back than in our old Accord"

"It has too much road noise."

"I Take frequent long drives. My next Prius will have electric adj. noise and ride could be better but I realize that everything is a trade off. My eye is on the Prius Prime"

"It is comfortable, i'd prefer a larger car."

"Have taken several long distance trips. Have been able to keep up with traffic. Because of size and distance traveled it can be a little tireding. Satisfied with gas milage."

"The comfort is very good"

"Seats strike a nice balance between comfort and support. There is fairly significant road noise, and several internal rattles that add to the din. The ride is decent for a car this size."

"Good acceleration, ease of handling, seating comfort, excellent navigation system"

"Drivers seat could be more comfortable"

"Seats are uncomfortable on longer trips"

"The air conditioner output could be better. Cooling the back takes too long."

"Our previous 2005 Prius had better interior ergonomics (especially room for the passenger to move their legs around) and better door lock functionality (could lock / unlock from any door)."

"Car is exceptionally quiet and smooth for a small car."

"The car is good enough in all areas, except noise. It is far too noisy."

"Prius is pretty comfortable, even on a long day's drive. Ride is a bit noisy, to be expected, I suppose. Husband thinks it is easy to drive."

"I think the seats are too hard."

"Great around town but lots noise at freeway speed."

"passenger seat not as adjustable as driver"

"Front seats curve at small of back and fatigue lower back. It is only driveable over distances with a wedge cushion and a rolled towel supporting lumbar region."

"Climate control a little weak, otherwise a very comfortable ride. Road noise is pronounced"

"The front seats are low for a Toyota. We are used to Toyota seats sitting up higher so your legs bend down at the knee versus stretched out in front of you. The Prius seats are not as comfortable as the seats in our previous Sienna, Corolla, Camry, or Starlett based on positioning of your legs. We find that you don't notice during short drives (which is why we didn't notice during test drives), but longer drives can be uncomfortable."

"I had leather seats put in when I bought the car they were very comfortable the ride is very comfortable a do alot of on the road driving we drive up at $33,000 a year and the car is very comfortable never have a backache"

"Seats are not the most comfortable and there is more road noise than in other cars. However, the mileage and reliability certainly make up for it."

"passenger seat is very uncomfortable - as soon as I sit down my back starts to hurt. don't care for climate control"

"The seating is uncomfortable for long drives of over 60 minutes."

"The ride and general comfort of our Prius is a bit better than we expected for such a lightweight hybrid. The car is quiet and solid - not spectacularly so, but it's no buckboard, either."

"Seats are comfortable -- nicely styled. Car is noisy, not much power, but overall rides okay. Terrible in snow."

"Not as comfortable as I expected. Lots of road noise also."

"The Prius feel like you are riding in a bucket. Too low to the ground."

"Seats and ride are very comfortable - even on long drives. Road noise is noticeable"

"Our biggest challenge with the Prius is that it is not a comfortable ride for my wife. The angle of the headrest pushes her head forward. The driver seat does not have any adjustment to raise it up or down, which is significant problem for extended driving. Road noise is very disturbing and the combination with the poor seating makes for a poor ride for extended trips."

"Tire and road noise is dreadful, except on the newest and smoothest of pavements. If latest models of Prius have not improved markedly, I will go to another manufacturer of fuel-friendly cars."

"inside noise higher than desirable"

"Very comfortable for a small car with plenty of leg room in both the front and back seats. Firm seats with good back support. Ride is a little noisy and stiff, but the care handle very well."

"Seats comfortable, cabin spacious for size of vehicle."

"I find it comfortable for long drives - smooth and quiet. My husband however is 6'4" and finds it a bit tight. While the ride is great, thought to find places for purse, coins, stuff"

"Even after six years, the ride and comfort are as good as they were when the car was new. Absolutely no service problems, gas mileage still outstanding"

"Seats do not fit my body I wish there was lumbar support"

"so easy to drive"

"Seats could be slightly larger and softer, and, console area could be improved in between seats."

"Just right. No problems"

"Noise level is very high, and the seats are not very comfortable but great gas mileage."

"Generally good though seats could be softer, more adjustable"

"seats don't adjust to my satisfaction. it is a very noisy drive on the highway. ride is smooth"

"Bumps can be hard, it is a little noisy, and the seats are not comfortable (at all)."

"I love driving this car. Road noise is my main complaint - it's extremely loud on the highway, and really bad on rough surfaces. The driver's seat is very basic and I have to use extra cushions for lower back support -- it has zero lumbar support."

"Good ride and reasonable noise level for small car"

"Seats are fine small car road noise is too loud."

"We have the faux leather seats and they are fairly comfortable (though not nearly as nice as our 95 Camry's bucket seats). The ride is good on smooth roads, but pounds the occupants if there are potholes in the road. The pounding might be due to the firm suspension needed to support the hybrid battery."

"Driver's seat comfort / position is excellent."

"Seats uncomfortable for long trips"

"Seats get uncomfortable on long trips"

"For a very small care, it still has a comfortable ride on long trips."

"The seats are very good"

"It was surprising that this model came with leather seats. The comfort level was beyond what I expected given the nature of the vehicle."

"Seats are very hard-especially when driving long distances. Needs better road noise reduction. The ride is acceptable for a vehicle that gets such great gas mileage."

"It’s got a good comfortable ride for a small car"

"We are in the 7th year of driving the car and the seats' inner lining continues to get more impacted. Difficult to see over the front of the car because the seat now sits so low. The noise level from the freeway is extremely loud where it is difficult to hear inside the car. The ride is bumpy."

"Seat position is not comfortable for more than a couple hours drive and the padding is scarcely adequate. Road noise is very noticeable, seems to be transmitted directly to the cabin. Ride is harsh with every bump and pebble being felt. With four adults in the car the ride is just a little better."

"Seats are not very comfortable. In contrast, it forces me to stop, get out of the car and stretch/walk. Ride acceptable. Noise....it's a Prius with CV transmission. I've become accustomed to noise when accelerating. The lack of noise when in electrical mode is sheer delight!"

"Seats are comfortable, but it'd be nice for the passenger seat to have the adjustability that is possible on the driver's seat. The ride is OK, but can be tiring on long trips. Noise is not a significant issue, but may contribute to the sense of a tiring long ride."

"Seats are comfortable and ride is fair. Main complaint is noise."

"Seat contours fit my body. Fabric is durable. Rear seat has an amazing amount of leg room. Ride is controlled and comfortable for such a small car."

"The road noise in the car is louder than it should be. We’ve even tried different types of tires, but it’s still very noisy."

"Seat backs are flat and not comfortable for long trips."

"Roomy, front and back seats are comfortable, quiet on the highway, great road car."

"road noise level is higher than I would like -- seats in 2011 Prius are not very comfortable for long drives (seats in my 2005 seem firmer) also lumber support is minimal"

"Let ve the deep seats and the mileage I get!!"

"Seats are comfortable on back"

"Mediocre comfort of front seats; slightly painful, even with cushion purchased."

"Ride is rougher than I’d like. Suspension could be improved."

"And drives very well and has sufficient exhilaration my biggest complaint is p...wish it was more quiet inside ie road noise."

"My back always hurts after riding in the Prius. I bought an extra lumbar support but it only helps a little"

"Seats are comfortable even for long road trips. Road noise is more noticeable n the Prius than the Camry."

"With quit tires, it’s the quietest car I’ve owned."

"I personally prefer the cloth seats in the Prius to the leather seats. This is because of the heat here - you don't get burned when sitting down in a hot car. The car isn't a luxury car, and unlike my old BMW, there is a lot of road noise, as well as ride noise (air/wind noise)."

"rattles a bit when driving, seats are comfortable"

"Ride is satisfactory, but noisy. Hard to hear the radio on the freeway."

"Seats are comfortable with good lumbar support. Ride is noisy, needs more insulation."

"Seats are quite uncomfortable on long trips. We no longer use our Prius for such and use the Outback for that. Noise is not bad, but ride can sometimes be a tad jarring."

"Adequate room"

"Seats are very uncomfortable."

"Seats are OK for short rides but very uncomfortable on a road trip"

"Love the Prius but HATE the steering wheel. It’s so small in diameter and circumference it quickly becomes very uncomfortable. Hate long road trips just because of the steering wheel. I feel like I’m driving a toy car."

"I've had a "love-hate" relationship with my Prius seats. It's been very difficult to find the most comfortable position. I also wish my Prius had better arm rest support. I use a pillow to prop up my left arm during long trips since the door arm rest is too far away to be effective."

"When I first had the car I found the lower back support to be inadequate on a long trip. This was quickly solved with an added cushion, however. On noise, the lack of it when stopped took getting used to. I find the engine very quiet even when it is running."

"Seats are very comfortable"

"The ride is firm, but the seats are very comfortable. You have to be very selective about replacement wipers because some catch a lot of airflow making them noisy."

"The comfort was adequate for my needs, noise levels not alway perfect, but adequate."

"The road noise is very loud. This car needs MUCH better noise insulation. I would not buy it again unless the the noise is much reduced."

"Noisy on the freeway. Vibration if you try to have the windows open when driving over 40 mph."

"Smooth ride, good handling, quiet, cost effective"

"Seats are very firm and not overly comfortable. The ride is fine for its class with moderate outside noise."

"The Prius is very noisy. Driving alone is not a problem, but trying to converse with a passenger in the front seat is very difficult because of the loud "road noise." Conversing with a backseat passenger is almost impossible. Both parties have to almost shout."

"Seats are surprisingly comfortable, initially. The ride is ok for a small car and the noise level is “meh.‿ Not great, but better than a school bus."

"Comfortable seating even on long drives. Little noise. Pleasant, firm, ride."

"Road noise"

"Seats are somewhat uncomfortable for long drives. They lack Adequate lumbar support. The adjustable support on the driver’s seat is a joke. It does nothing to improve comfort."

"While the seats are very comfortable, the ride is a bit noisy and bumpy. I wish the Prius was as quiet and comfortable as the Highlander!"

"The seats, noise and ride of this Prius are all worse than my previous car, which was a Prius. But I opted for a cheaper model the second time, so I still got good value, despite noticing the reduction in comfort"

"Easy to get in and out of, higher stance than other cars that are not SUV. noise could be less, but not terrible. Smooth ride, not jarring. Plenty of room for my legs and passenger in the back aren’t. To my disappointment, the new Prius looks like these features are gone!"

"Excellent ride and comfort even after all these years. Quiet, tightly sealed passenger compartment with no leaks or drafts."

"Seats are satisfactory but could use more support. Adjusting the driver seat is very easy and satisfactory."

"Great seats, especially the rear seats are great."

"it's small, uncomfortable, and noisy"

"Noise level is very high when driving. Seats are not as comfortable as other hybrid cars I have sat in."

"Oddly noisy ride for a quiet car"

"Seats adjustable and exceptionally comfortable compared to RAV4. Wish they were heated, however"

"The seats are pretty well shaped, but there is no lumbar support adjustment. On smooth roads and highways. the noise level is low and the ride is well-controlled. However, rough roads cause the passengers to be jostled back and forth, and the noise level increases with rougher surfaces. The suspension is compliant, but quickly bottoms out on rough roads, pounding the occupants."

"Road noise is very loud."

"Drive train is noisy and seems to be getting worse. Ride is choppy."

"Seats are not very comfortable, especially on long trips and congested freeway rush-hour traffic."

"The seats are okay and the ride is fine, but the road noise is too loud especially on chip sealed roads."

"Much noisier than you'd expect. Overall build is cheaper than expected for the price."

"Seats are uncomfortable on drives longer than 1 hour and road noise is very noticeable at highway speeds."

"This car is so uncomfortable for riding in it for any longer trips. There is zero lower back support. There is also so much road noise and squeaks and rattles. I hate riding in this car for any but the shortest trip."

"Road noise is higher than I'd like. I feel it as a hybrid that happens to be a car."

"noisy inside"

"Ride is pretty harsh."

"Routinely gets60 mpg, is noisier than most of the cars I’ve owned, front end has too little road clearance."

"Loud on the highway. Ride is comfortable. Seats are fine."

"seats are comfortable and my back doesn't feel stressed on long trips. noise is acceptable but could be better"

"Well, it is noisy, and it's nowhere near as comfortable to drive as my 1977 Mercury Cougar (5310 lbs curb weight, 12 MPG at the very best), but I guess you have to put up with that to get the lighter weight that fuel efficiency requires."

"Road noise is a bit loud."

"Road noise is excessive."

"Seats are comfortable. Noise is excessive"

"Bought second hand, excellent mileage, no problems with mechanics...well, front skirt still too low..some times gets scrapped"

"I have had no major repairs on my car in 151000 miles the car has been very economical and enjoy the drive"

"At the time, inventory was low due to the tsunami in Japan, so we felt the price we paid for the Prius was much too high."

"We purchased the brand new Prius II in 2011 from the dealership at $21000. The A/C ceased to function in October of 2015. I waited til April of 2016 to fix it because I felt we wouldn't need the "cooling" feature until Spring of 2016 and I suspected it would cost a lot of money to fix it and in order to confirm the repair had been done appropriately, I wanted to wait until we would be using the cooling feature which is what was broken. It wouldn't cool. It would blow and it would heat but it wo"

"I was thrillled with gas mileage and averaged 48 to 50 mpg at first. After i replaced tires it dropped about 4-5mpg but am overall still happy and do like my tires(michelin) even thought mpg dropped."

"Bought it used at a good price, and I save money on gas"

"No major repairs"

"Durable. Great Milage. Better in warmer weather. Rides Well. Seats could be better."

"Extremely reliable. Have needed no repairs in 6 years of use."

"This car is an amazing value. Not only was it inexpensive to purchase but it has also been INCREDIBLY inexpensive to operate. Of course it uses less fuel, that was expected. But it has also been dirt cheap to maintain and has had not even a lightbulb blow out in 3 years. Bravo Totota!"

"I would seriously consider a hybrid Camry given your reported mileage because it's a more comfortable car."

"Cheap maintenance and great fuel economy"

"for the price I was surprised how lightweight ("tinny") the doors sound when closing. How no-plush the interior is."

"My husband made a commitment to buy the 2011 Prius without telling me. He did not research costs to get the best bargain. I was working, and found out about it when I got home. I really liked the Prius we had from 2004-2011, but our 2nd Prius was not a good bargain. We did not shop wisely."

"I wasn't happy with the deal I got on this 2011 Prius. I needed a new car badly at a time when gas prices had pushed the market up for autos that get good gas mileage. I had difficulty finding a Prius in spring of 2011, therefore I had to pay more than I wanted to in that market."

"gas milage"

"Great mileage and reliability"

"I purchased this Prius used from an auto dealer with about 60,000 miles in 2015 for about $11,500. I feel that I got a great value for what I spent."

"I fill up every 2 weeks"

"excellent value, the gas milage is fantastic and it seems to run with no major mechanical problems."

"Incredible miles per gallon value. I do not understand why everyone does not buy a Prius."

"we were looking for cost saving on gas consumption and we got it. Range is 44mpg up to occasionally 49mpg"

"It has needed very few repairs, has had very good fuel efficiency, and has been comfortable, etc"

"This car is stylish in our opinion. Our Prius is comfortable enough to drive 640 miles to Dallas in one day. Depending on the amount and direction of the wind, the car averages from 40 mpg to 51 mpg. At 90,000 miles, we put on the third set of tires. No maintenance other than scheduled routine maintenance has been required. If I had to buy a new car today, it would be a similar Toyota Prius."

"Excellent price on a new 2011 purchased in March 2012. Passing this car on to my son."

"After 4 years, the mpg dropped considerably, even though I don't drive any differently. The dealership doesn't find anything, but it was considerable, around 8 mpg."

"Fantastic gas mileage! Very little maintenance so far."

"I love the fuel economy. Once, to see how good it could get, Indrove the 100 miles from Dover Del. to home in Md ang got 66 mpg. Drove conservatively, used cruise control, no traffic. Just fantastic mpg. We mostly drive highway miles."

"The Prius 5 wasn't available much in the whole of the NW US and was more expensive because of this."

"You just cannot beat the miles per gallon. The only feature that I wish it also had was all wheel drive. We moved to northern Michigan and really need that during the winter."

"Purchased used after accident totaled '04 Prius (254,000 miles). As a former owner, I know the technology runs forever. Most of the marketplace doesn't understand that, therefore, used, high-milage Prius sells below market and low-milage Prius sells above market. I bought the dealer certified 2011 w 70,000 miles in 2013 for less than $16,000."

"A large part of the value comes in the hybrid which gives me great gas mileage. In addition, I have a bad back yet have been able to drive my Prius on a 10 hour trip without any pain in my back. The seats have a good lumbar support."

"Terrific value. Great fuel economy. Works great. No problems. Two identified problems were simply recall issues (mats for brakes and rcall on airbags"

"Love this car, including low environmental impact, ease of parking, low maintenance costs, ride & comfort. I use it just around town."

"CR's eval of the Prius led to my purchase. I've been pleased with the mileage. Comfort is good for a compact, as is interior room. CLEARANCE is a problem, leading to scraped bumpers and under carriage."

"It drives with a light touch and I can go a long time between fueling. I'm not sure it's especially great at holding its value, but we're not planning to sell it since I still Like driving it and feel safe in it."

"Please see previous response. We expect that the car will continue to be reliable for at least another 50,000 miles, that is great value"

"I went to Kentucky Sunday and returned and I got 54 mpg using cruise and the speed limit but everyone on the road passes you but I think this is good return on money spent."

"In Northern Virginia we are required to have a semi annual emissions test. The Prius does not need one since it gets over 50MPG. We get gas every two weeks generally, it travels well on trips and it feels like a larger car from the inside."

"Size and mileage"

"Surprisingly spacious built from the ground up as a new vehicle not a electric version of an existing gas vehicle."

"The Prius is a great commuter. The fuel economy is fantastic. Seat comfort is good but not great. I computed that it takes about 7 years of driving to make up the difference in price between a Corolla and a Prius."

"Handles well and economy is excellent. comfortable for a small car."

"Very high mpg. Very reliable car."

"The MPG is great. A fill up is less than $20. Haven't had any mechanical issues at all. Have only changed the oil, filters and tires."

"Car does what Toyota says it will as far as mpg."

"This is an outstanding vehicle for the price: economical, reliable, good riding and handling, and reasonably roomy for a compact vehicle. The only complaint I have is rear window visibility. With the split rear window design, one's sight lines are limited, and there is no way to clear any snow, ice, or dirt from the lower glass panel unless one pulls over."

"Reasonable size for us-couple, great mileage, decent ride"

"I feel the Toyota Prius was a good value for the money. The gas mileage was better than advertised. The car has held up well with little need for repairs."

"This has been the best car I have EVER owned! I drive over 150+ miles to work and home five days a week. The daily value received is 44 mpg and less than $400 in true repairs since it was purchased. Other than clockwork oil changes and tires, it has not cost anything extra. My goal is to get 400,000+ miles on it. There are a couple of troublesome things that I haven't bothered to fix - the tire pressure sensor has been a problem along with a short in the satellite radio system. And a very p..."

"Great mileage. It just sips gas"

"Environmentally focused"

"A great value. Less than 9 gallons of gas to go over 450 miles!"

"great mpg"

"very good value"

"great reliability, resale"

"Consistently gets 48 mpg."

"Engineering, room, cargo space, economy (mpg) are incredible"

"Best car I have ever owned and I'm 74 years old."

"The gas mileage is great with a comfortable ride and plenty of cargo space plus the price was right."

"44 MPG day to day, with trip milage going up to 55 MPG on long 70MPH highways. Great car for everyday driving. Would be a fine care for teenage drivers."

"Well constructed with great mileage and has a lot of room for people or cargo for a small car."

"Super gas mileage. I get 45-50+ miles per gallon depending on the highway conditions. Saves my gas budget."

"This car has been a bargain from day 1. I would have paid thousands more for the value."

"cost to own, repair, gas mileage!"

"Great gas mileage"

"Great gas mileage"

"Bought for mileage to andnfrom work and long trips to family. Mileage is GREAT! And with that my ride is good and lots of space to carry stuff, easy to out seats down. I just wish I had bought navigation / Bluetooth package."

"Good value wrt both purchase price and operating costs."

"Surprising comfort and performance for a small car."

"We usually get over 50mpg and this makes a big difference, with fluctuating gas prices."

"Prince at the time was similar to other cars of the same type / size. The MPG was a huge deciding factor also where we live, hybrid vehicle can use the HOV lanes with a solo person inside"

"Very reliable and great gas mileage"

"Love the reliability and the gas mileage!!"

"Best transportation investment I've ever made. Reliability is so high that maintenance costs are minimal. I would have bought a second Prius if my wife had not insisted on a 4-wheel drive vehicle."

"Love the 50 mpg. Maintenance has been just regular costs. Great to get around town in running errands."

"Mileage very close to when it was new, no major problems, expect to get 200k+ miles"

"Car is very economical’ it gets great fuel economy, and is very reliable and has never broken down and requires only maintenance, not repairs"

"We've had the Prius for 7+ years. It has retained its excellent gas mileage over the years. We love the car. When our second car needed to be replaced, we bought our second Prius. We'd like an all electric car, but not until there are more charging stations available. Until then, we're hooked on hybrids."

"overall a great vehicle, no complaints"

"Great value. The Prius is priced higher than most Toyota sedans but it has excellent reliability."

"It is a great all around car with a surprising amount of room to put in luggage, shopping etc. It gets great gas mileage and so far has had limited repairs mostly on body work from hitting objects in the road. I don't find the visibility to be great as knowing where the extend of the car lies."

"CAr has never had a problem, always delivers superb gas mileasge. Very cheap to own and reasonably priced to buy with zer percent loan (now paid off)."

"Very fragile. Spent over $1K on mouse damage. Windshield cracks easily."

"It’s an economical, reliable car"

"Exceptionally reliable, easy to drive, quiet, low maintenance, and exceptionally good gas mileage."

"Dependable , great fuel economy. Many times in my current driving experience i get over 60mpg for fuel economy. This has actualy been confirmed mathematical computation."

"Prius is an awesome vehicle with great gas mileage. We regularly exceed 47-48 miles per gallon. Reliability is also top notch. With 70K plus miles, I have replaced one starting battery and tires. Still running on the original brakes."

"The car without tax cost me $24,500; it had many added feature for this price. I never thought I would spend that much on a new car (used to driving Corolla or Honda Civic, but the amount I paid was rewarded by comfort and convenience and as time went I felt repeatedly satisfied."

"Terrific gas mileage! I only having to gas it up every 2 weeks, maximum. We can go for over a month without going to the gas station. (We generally use the car for long trips, highway use.)"

"Hybrid synergy drive lives up to its reputation as being extremely reliable and delivering consistently high gas mileage"

"Mileage is about 40 around town, but improves significantly on trips and expressways for longer distances. Car is comfortable and attractive. I have the special white paint and it really shines when I clean it."

"It has been a good car for us.. Very reliable. Good value for the money."

"These are great cars. Highly reliable and with low maintenance costs; excellent gas mileage."

"A very well built car. Exceptional gas mileage and very reliable"

"very reliable"

"Going strong with NO repairs for its 7 years and 40,000 miles. Oil change once every 10,000 miles, air filters every other year, and one new set of tires. Not bad for seven years. Same thing on my 2012 Prius V. No repairs, 70,000 miles with the same maintenance schedule. I passed this on along in the family."

"Maintenance/service has cost about 25% of what other cars I have owned . And, it gets about 50 mph regardless of where it is driven."

"Bad visibility!"

"It is economical to maintain the car with high gas mileage."

"Car is rock solid, totally green vehicle that keeps our carbon footprint low"

"Overpriced compared to my fusion hybrid.. By a lot ...5k"

"Great gas mileage. There's a learning curve as to how to best drive using eco mode, power mode, turning car on and off.... Not ready to trade car in yet... maybe in the next year or tow."

"Affordable price. Low cost to operate. Outstanding mileage. Very reliable."

"Very good cost of operation. Minimal cost of repairs."

"it is a good driving and riding vehicle with real good economy and reliability"

"Toyota Prius is a reliable, economical hatchback that is easy and comfortable to drive. Its sound system offers an enjoyable experience in terms of sound quality."

"Gas mileage makes it wonderful for highway and city but low profile is sometimes an issue parking and in snow"

"I think it is an exceptional value. My first Prius was a 2005 with no navigation system, just a radio/CD player. The cost for the 2011 was 28,461 with navigation system and radio/CD, including all fees. The trade-in for the 2005 Prius was $10,661. My final cost for the 2011 was $17,800. My maintenance costs are minimal. My mileage is marvelous. I just came home from Nashville at 70 mph and got 48 mpg. My Toyota dealer always wants me to trade in again for another Prius. The 2011 is 7 years old and still performs like it is brand new."

"For a reasonable price you get an auto with very good driving characteristics and low ongoing costs of ownership. In our case, we got a "good" price because we bought when a "bunch" of Priuses got to market after being held in storage awaiting final parts after the nuclear reactor disaster in Japan."

"The mileage has been great and maintenance cost low."

"The car was expensive but proved to be a good value due to the gas mileage of 46 mpg."

"We traded in a 2007 Camry for this vehicle because we were driving less on the highway. GOOD: Our around town miles per gallon more than doubled. BAD: 1. No engine temperature gauge. 2. Mechanical foot operated parking brake. 3. The traction control fails and results in the car being stuck if one front wheel spins on sand or gravel resulting in a road call to get towed out. The traction control has to be disengaged under these conditions and there is a procedure to get you out of this predicament. "How to disable Prius traction control" . Keep a copy in your glove box!"

"The Prius is a reasonably priced hybrid, nicely styled, useful options and most of all, reliable. Costs very little to maintain."

"It is exactly what I expected. Good mileage, good comfort,low maintenance. Sound system is poor and voice command is annoyingly slow, especially for navigation therfore I use a smartphone."

"The gas mileage is wonderful, especially in the summer. The mileage per gallon drops during the winter by about 8 mpg."

"The fuel mileage is great and it's been pretty reliable expect it is burning 1 qt of oil ever 1,500 to 2,000 miles."

"When driven correctly, the gas mileage is great! We can get it up to 50mpg on some trips."

"My Prius has been dependable, great mileage & overall a good car. The only downside was the voice command seldom works. The ride is rough & road noise on a long trip is nerve racking. Buy for the commute"

"Great mileage and reasonable comfort for the dollar"

"Comfortable vehicle that gets fantastic fuel mileage."

"At the time we purchased the Prius, Toyota was advertising "60 miles per gallon". Since my husband worked out of state, it made sense to buy a vehicle with extremely good mileage per gallon. The vehicle has not lived up to the hype, and we would have done much better to have purchased a smaller economy type car."

"This is my money SAVER....went from California to Florida averaged 51mpg!!"

"Over the 160k+ miles driven we have averaged over 51 mpg in combination driving. Considering the load we carry for our small farm, the value is considerably greater than expected."

"Only maintenance required so far are tiires and one set of brakes. I do have a it seems more door dings than normal. Mileage has averaged above 45 mpg. Large difference in mileage between hot and cold weather. Goal is 200,000 miles, then a new car. But, I may keep this as s driver because it has been so reliable."

"Good mileage."

"Great gas mileage. Handles well in small spaces."

"Great gas mileage!"

"The fuel mileage just cannot be beat. We have "stuck it to the man" on many trips and especially when we have driven in the city."

"Very little problems with the car over the years---little repair. Also high mileagr per gallon. Wuill hold onto the car for the next few years."

"excellent gas mileage. Never an issue with anything. Quality and integrity."

"We feel we are saving money every time we drive the Prius, because of the good gas mileage."

"Great: high mileage on regular gasoline"

"Great mileage"

"At 9years old still has 50% of value."

"gets great mileage, had no mechanical problems"

"the vehicle is far more solid than I expected. outside of a few recalls (all of which were addressed by the dealership expediently and conveniently), I've had 0 problems with the car and it has run quite reliably."

"The Prius claims excellent gas mileage and that is exactly what it gives."

"We purchased 2 vehicles, the Prius and a Toyota Highlander, at the same time, expecting to use them approximately equally. As it turned out, we use the Prius much more, because of its fuel efficiency, handling, and comfort. Living in a cold climate with lots of snow & ice in the winter, we do need to have an all-wheel drive vehicle. Even with snow tires, the Prius doesn't give us the same peace of mind in winter conditions."

"Got the mileage I expected...and I like the looks of the Prius"

"At 48 mpg actual, makes it a very good deal"

"driving in city traffic this car excels in gas mileage, maneuverability and parking; highway driving the mileage improves, driver comfort is good, passenger room limited, range between refueling is excellent, road noise is loud."

"The Prius is the best car I’ve ever owned. In 7 years I have not experienced a failure except in burned out headlights. It is highly dependable and very economical in respect to fuel consumption. With careful driving I can still squeeze 50 mpg on highway driving at 60 mph. I would keep the car for another 7 years, but I’m considering an electric car to replace it. You can’t go wrong with a Prius!"

"Great gas mileage for the price of this vehicle"

"totally trouble free, no repairs have been necessary"

"Good ride, comfort and noise level for the money. Seems to be well-built, altho the car battery keeps losing its charge. That's the only flaw."

"holds its value no quality issues at all"

"Excellent fuel economy; ample passenger seating space; cargo space"

"Very good value for the money."

"Reliable and economical way to get from point a to point b"

"Very reliable and great fuel mileage"

"This vehicle keeps running without fail. when we had a water-intrusion accident, it was fixed well enough that we have had no further indication that the incident occurred."

"Very good value at the gas station, average 45 mpg around town and easily 48+mpg on trips of 100 miles or more -- very reliable vehicle -- low average annual maintenance cost (less than $250)"

"Bought the base model for a great price and has been trouble free, get great gas milage and has enough cargo space to fit a dishwasher"

"Good value price wise"

"Great reliability"

"Still excellent gas milage after 7 years with no major maintenance/repair costs."

"It is very difficult to see pedestrians or small vehicles through the left side of the windshield and front side window."

"It looks cheap, but the price tag certainly wasn't. Seats are already worn and are not easy to clean. Inside of front windshield is hard to access for cleaning purposes."

"I was surprised how lightweight ("tinny") the doors sound when closing. How no-plush the interior is."

"This is a hatch back and the cross bar on the back door blocks the view and also block the head lights of cars behind you. The problem with it blocking the head lights is that the auto dimming rear view mirror doesn't work correctly, because the sensor is in the shadow of the cross bar."

"I think the styling is UGLY and results in very poor visibility for the driver."

"Inside the cabin, many surfaces were made to be slightly fuzzy, and when those surfaces are rubbed repeatedly just through normal wear, they show the wear very poorly, and there is nothing that can be done to prevent and/or correct the worn areas."

"Rear bumper pulls away from the body of the car. Hinges are flawed"

"Aerodynamic and it looks good."

"I liked it the first ime I saw it, before I even knew what it was!"

"I think the car is ugly"

"I personally like the styling of the Prius. I find it sporty."

"Visibility out of the windows is pretty abysmal, which I might guess is typical of many car styles these days. Very hard to see cars on side and rear when driving, so driver must take extra caution. Do like the trunk storage."

"Like a space ship"