Cheap Prius Getting Big MPG!
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- Опубліковано 31 тра 2022
- When I came across this Toyota Prius, it was in sad shape. The catalytic converter had been stolen and the hybrid battery was junk. I tried to recondition the battery, to no avail. Since then, I've installed a new catalytic converter, an oxygen sensor and a refurbished battery. The Red triangle of death is gone and I'm getting SMOKING MPG!
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The New York Cabs that are Prius's are never turned off, except to do oil, tires and brake pads. Other than that they run 24-7. That is insane reliability.
That's wild! I'm not surprised, though. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bro your driving the best car on the planet I swear
It's pretty freaking awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bout mine 3yrs ago only issue I have is my dashboard
I owned a couple of these gen 2's. They really are incredible cars. From the era of peak Toyota quality
I've already put 22k miles on it the last year. Still love it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
In love with my reliable Generation 2, 2008 Prius, with 170,000 miles. Bought new 25K 10/2007. Excellent shape, since its garage kept. Original Battery perhaps due to less corrosion on the hybrid battery connections? Has additional front and rear running lights. The HID headlights failed but replaced them myself by feeling my way with my hand and did not have to take the bumper off. They are much brighter than the originals. Replace the 12V battery twice. New water pump. New left front bearing. 2 New PVC valve replacement. Fix a leak in the air-conditioning system. Cleaned hybrid battery fan with an added cleanable filter screen at the air intake. Sometimes the dash lights go out when the weather gets cold then will go back on within 50 miles of driving. Heard it’s cold solder joints on the electronics? Went 90K 10yr. with the energy saver Defender Michelin tires and replaced them with the regular Defender Michelin tires. Loss a few miles per gallon but handles better and a softer ride maybe due to new thread. The Prius is used for long trips only with an average mileage of 50+ MPG. Short trips are by bike, feet and public transit all year. It’s a beautiful sports car Barcelona RED and a sleeping camping car with a 6’ bed with great cargo capacity. Adding a portable inverter makes a 115 Volt generator for back up efficient home power with the on and off cycle of the engine. The Princess Prius is a tough survivor like the princess cat in the movie “The Incredible Journey”. The beautiful large dash display is ahead of its time with sharp graphics like a space ship. Ran out of gas, and a whole dashboard lit up including the triangle of death (indicates serious malfunction - do something now!). Fortunately filled up 1/2 mile away before the battery became too low. Never again!!
It’s an adventure reliable stealth vehicle that slips through the air quietly! The best smooth styling of all the model years. Definitely a incognito James Bond vehicle with secret abilities never to be underestimated. So watch out!!! Soon it will become a classic antique with appreciating value
I could not have said it better. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Best car , I’ve driven mine all over Australia and it’s waited faithfully for us while we went sailing for three years and it started first try zero problems and has worked for two years since , overall had the car for seven years now and darn thing keeps going with zero problems it’s amazing. So reliable , there’s still Prius taxis from 2006 running around my city and now it’s 2024.
Wow, I'm amazed that it started after sitting that long! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I just drove from Louisville Kentucky to Panama City Beach Florida in my wife’s 2016 Prius. According to the trip computer I got 58.4 miles per gallon on mostly freeway driving at around 75 miles an hour. In my opinion you can’t beat that
That's awesome! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Changed out 3 battery cells 50k miles back, now hit 235k and running like a champ!
Wow, that's amazing! I didn't get so lucky. I had to replace mine. It's been doing perfectly ever since, though. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I bought that model brand-new in 2008. 160k miles later, the only thing that's broken is one of the headlight ballasts. It burned oil for a while so I put in the lightest approved oil for about a year to clean out the sticky cylinder rings, and now, back on the recommended weight, no more oil burn. Still makes 40mpg year round average. Still using the original brakes, too, which I'm watching like a hawk because those things have got to be wearing out soon.
I totally believe you. My Prius is among the most dependable cars I've ever owned. I'm almost to 200k now and I couldn't be happier. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Just purchased a 2013 and love it! One trip I hit 59.5 MPG! I haven't owned it for very long but it seems well-built. Hope to double the current 114,000 miles.
That's excellent! Please keep us updated. I'd like to get a newer one eventually, if this one EVER dies. lol
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Gen 2 Prius’s are rock solid.
I'm a hardcore gearhead who loves horsepower, but I absolutely love mine. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I feel the shot of the diminutive Gen 2 Prius beside the huge Jeep is iconic. The complexity of the big, friction-plate transmission, the hydraulics to operate the gear changes, the illusion of acceleration as it comes on to a peak in each and every gear…that compared to the Prius’ system, is an ancient and arcane thing. If Toyota had marketed the Prius as a revolutionary automatic transmission, which ‘happened to have’ two electric motors within it, and did away with multiple friction plates, and the impeller, and all the fragility, I’d have bought a Prius ten or 20 years earlier. The big turbodiesels I have had, their auto transmissions were a major part of them ending their time with me, and the final one, a Volvo made in the Ford era, was failing at a rate too much for me to keep up with repairs!
Your car collection, sounds really lovely, I did sit in a Corvette once, but bought a V6 Honda instead that time. I knew a young lady who travelled the states, and she knew two young men with them…both wrote them off in short order, but were not seriously injured, and I guess they had a blast before their respective greasy roads threw them off, so hey, good for them. Thanks for the insight, take care all.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. The Prius has quickly become one of my favorite vehicles. I'll always have one now. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bought my 2nd gen prius with 210,000 miles. Drove it to 380,000 miles in a span of 5 years.
Excellent! I'm still driving mine daily and loving it. Thanks for watching and commenting!
My wife bought Gen 2 new in 2008, still driving it daily. She will never part with it. Nearly 300,000km and still drives great. Sorry, no model Prius had a cast "iron" block or head. They were all Aluminium...all the way back to the 10 series 1NZ-FXE, Gen 2 1NZ-FXE, Gen 3 2ZR-FXE, Gen 4 2ZR-FXE.
I found out the truth about the blocks and heads after the video was made. lol
I still love mine and I drive it daily, too. Thanks for watching and commenting!
cool video man. Congratulations on your purchase. I bought a 2004 about six years ago for $1700 from a friend of mine. It now has 223,000 miles on it and still running strong! I too used to make fun of everyone who drove one but now since I’m married with two kids I love me in my Prius.
Call back-and-forth to work I save miles off of my F150 and my wrangler. Best beater ever
I totally agree. My Prius allows me to have more money for the other toys. Enjoy! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Did you have to replace the hybrid battery or was it already replaced before buying it? Usually they last 150k-200k miles. New batteries cost $3,000-4,000 plus $1,000 to instal or $1,500-2000 rebuilt.
@@emailuser8668 You can get aftermarket batteries for about $2k or so with a 2 - 3 year warranty and install it yourself for free. It's really an easy job and not that time consuming either.
@@emailuser8668I’ve got 2004 Prius. Original battery. All 14 battery pairs within 0.1v when fully charged or drained….so expect more years of good service from it
I have 09 prius since 2013 and it's been a legend in reliability till lately because of the bad HV battery, its ODO IS 207000 MILES NOW
Mine has been trouble-free since I got a refurbished battery. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great Car I gave my Gen 2 to my daughter for college cause it was so dependable and affordable. I agree it can be a great main car or a 2nd hand car in the inventory.
It's a heck of a 2nd car. I need my truck most of the time, but when I don't, it's a great option! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bloody awesome, and now you see the light that there was nothing wrong with the car to begin with lol
I still have all of my other cars, but the Prius gets driven most often! Thanks for watching and commenting!
That's awesome. We all laugh at those cars , but you laugh as you pass all the gas stations.
With that said....I suppose you can still keep your man card lol
Grom Audio has a unit that piggybacks on the existing hardware giving both Apple CarPlay or Android Auto using the Prius OEM Display. This unit allows UA-cam and Netflix on Prius OEM display. This unit has 2 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output. Typically, the HDMI output allows for an external monitor while HDMI input allows adding Chromcast, Roku stick or mouse to the unit. These is separate available harness for rear camera and front camera. The unit has 2 USB ports and port for a microSD Card. Installation takes a couple hours. There is no splicing of wires. The kit comes with custom cables that interface with the pre-existing Prius cables. This allows for a factory look with all the functionality of the Prius buttons in place. I found this unit from Prius Chat forum. The gal in the Prius chat forum took several hours to install. This is an easy DIY project, a no-brainer.
Cool idea. Thanks for watching and commenting!
A little bit of fancy footwork goes a long way.
Absolutely! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great advise on fixing one of the mind bending causes of the check engine light. Prius hybrid batteries typically last 150k-200k miles. They cost new $3,000 plus $1,000 installation unless you DIY, but it's complex. Rebuilt hybrid batteries cost $1,500, same installation costs. Something used car buyers must consider before buying a used Prius with over 150k miles.
The company I used charged 1700 and installed it, along with a functionality test and a test drive. GreenTec in Clearwater did a great job.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage That's a good price. Definitely have to shop around on the hybrid batteries.
I just bought an 06 Prius today WITH 147k miles!
It's getting more difficult by the day to find a lower-mile Prius. Congratulations! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Change oil every 5k synthetic, change all fluids unless records show they were done within past few years
In particular: inverter coolant, engine coolant, transmission oil
Highly recommend clean HV fan. If very dirty, clean battery pack.
Lots of videos on how to do these items online. If you can change oil, you can do these!!!
The beeping helps tbh in reverse since the engine is so quiet crazy how we have to get used to saving ⛽ money 😅
I've left the backup alarm on my car. There's an app that gets rid of it, but I really don't mind it. Thanks for watching and commenting!
how many miles do you got on 'er now? And what mpgs are ya averaging? I've got an 08' which I've been doing a lot of TLC too, but I'm only getting about 43-45 (which is awesome, but I'd like to hit the upper 40s or exactly 50).
I have about 180k on it now, but I retired, and I drive my truck a lot these days. It still does very well, but it's no longer a daily. Thanks for watching and! Good luck with your mpg!
Wow you are faithful to gas stations
Not as often as I used to be! lol
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I’ve got a 2004 gen2 Prius with 220k. Zero issues. No oil burning. All battery banks within 0.1v of each other
50mpg morning commute at 70+mph. Evening commute 55-58mpg due to traffic congestion
I’m kinda bored with this car….nothing to fix
I can relate! I have to remind myself to open the hood now and then. Thanks for watching and commenting!
If you drive a Hummer and a Prius, it's probably time for counseling
Trust me, the rest of the collection gets even more strange! lol
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Gen 2 driven 2 of them for 200k each n total of 400K. Zero issues on both. 2008 and 2009. 45-50MPG approx
I'm constantly amazed by how well a Prius runs and by their build quality. Enjoy! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hello, nice Video, thanX! I`m from Europe, drive a 2004 Prius with 247.000km (aprox 155.000 Miles) @56MPG easy! No repair needed, only normal wear. Of corse, Prius is a noisy Car, but some sound proof insulation in Doors etc. make a noise level @Mercedes. Some other improvment like Android Car Audio with Carplay make Prius ready for next 10 Years! Greets!
Great to hear from you, and good luck with your Prius! Mine now has almost 200,000 miles, and it's running well. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Wow very good job thanks
@@jorgemora7190 I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi Sean!
2024 how is the prius treating you?
It's my daily driver! It got a new set of tires recently. Besides that, it just keeps going and going! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I’m looking to get a older Prius for doing food deliveries. Any particular year or model I should look for that has best MPG / reliability? Any advice is appreciated!
Almost everyone I've talked to says Gen 2 is best (2005-2009). It's very basic, but very efficient. There are problems with every type of car, but the Gen 2 Prius seems to be very reliable and economical. Verify that the hybrid battery is healthy before purchasing. If the battery is bad, prepare to pay about $1,500 for a refurbished unit with a warranty. That's what I did, and I could not be happier. I got 57.2 mpg out of my last tankful. Cooler temps generally increase gas mileage. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgaragehow much should you pay for a prius that's in decent condition at 100k+ miles? I used to see these things at ~$4k but now people are selling for ~$10k
@@Gabriel_the_Shemite All I can really give you is my opinion, but I think a nice Prius Gen 2 with 100k miles should be worth 3500 to 5500. I'm my view, these cars are worth more than conventional cars because of their ability to pay you back as you drive. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Just avoid the particular 2010 model year - apparently a lot of those have piston issues.
But yeah, get a 2004-09 2nd gen for deliveries
@@mohawkgarage A second gen or any gen with 100k mi. for $3500-$5000 ? 😂 Please comment with link to the listings so I can run out and buy them.
What year is your Prius?
I found an 06 Prius that needs a new battery, but the o2 sensor is also faulty. I’ve read that this code can mean your catalytic converter is going out.
Mine is a 2005. You can get generic cat converters and O2 sensors on Ebay and Amazon for cheap. My cat converter was only about $120. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage i’m in California, so not too sure if that would pass the emissions test.
@@dubiousjesse You're probably right. lol
2005: 265,000 miles....
Excellent! I've seen them with over half a million miles! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Oh yeah forgot to mention do the ev MOD it helps when ever battery is full I hit the ev bottom on my gen two it’s easy to do helps about extra 8mpg in total there’s a video on UA-cam that shows how
Wow, I'll check out the video. Thanks, and have a great day!
Did GreenTech install the new battery?
Yes, they did. They came to my house, installed, tested, and drove the car to make sure it was functioning properly. I could not be happier with their service. Considering it's my first Prius, their service was very comforting. They left no questions unanswered. Thanks for watching and commenting!
The Prius represents a completely different kind of high performance. Making big power is a well understood process - just throw money, cubic inches and fuel at a goal and you can hit it. The Prius is pointed at a different goal: maximum distance per unit of fuel. This is WAY more subtle, especially when you still want four doors and room for the kids. The first Prius looked like the Echo, a dinky little spud that was too small for American tastes. The second-gen Prius got way bigger, picked up a lot of power and was even thriftier. Each subsequent generation up until the very newest one has followed this pattern - the newest Prius is a tad smaller than the previous generation, is MUCH mower powerful and you can even convince yourself it's kind of quick. And the base model is still the thriftiest ride you'll find without building a car in cooperation with the NASA aerodynamics lab helping you out.
I totally agree. I'm a huge car guy, and I've drag raced a lot. This car represents something entirely different. I love trying to get the absolute best mpg. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I prefer gen 2 over gen 3 for reliability
I feel the same way. My 2nd generation Prius has been quite dependable. Thanks for watching and commenting!
I get 70 mpg on my prius driving extremely softly, coasting to lights and maintaining 50mph. Pro tip use road that are limited to 40/50/60mph.
Good point. I drive 53 mph most of the time and I generally drive in the evenings. Thanks for watching and commenting!
On a gen 2? What’s doing with mine you think alignment and. A new battery
Biggest difference to me has been four wheel alignment, don’t touch curbs or go up any kerbs this will misalign the car. Rated A efficiency tyres, reconditioning battery can give gains, spark plugs, oil changes and filter changes.
Got one for my son's first car. I made fun of them too, but after driving his I want one for myself. 2 years now, both front struts and wheel bearings, but other than that, nothing. 220K miles
Very well engineered cars! Great value, too. Thanks for watching and commenting!
07 here with 258,236 on the ticker. Drive it everyday.
Excellent! May it live forever! Thanks for watching and commenting!
How many gallons of gas are you able get into the tank? I'm only able to get 6.5 to 7. I'm hearing a lot about that.
I've never had a problem with the tank not filling completely. I have put over 8 gallons in it before. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage I think the tank is supposed to hold 11.9 gallons. I don't know whether I'm really running low on gas or if my gauge is wrong. It usually takes about 6.5 gal.
I was going down the street today and I heard a giant bang from back there. I'm sure one of the cells let go. Have any ideas what to do? I don't trust the eBay modules. I have to look back there and see which one blew. Thanks for the info.
@@alext8828 I've never had a cell blow up. That's crazy! I searched FB Marketplace for used cells and bought a few, but that didn't work for me. I wound up buying a reconditioned battery from GreenTec, which is local to me. It also came with a warranty. Prices on Gen 2 Prius batteries have fallen dramatically, at least in Tampa.
@@mohawkgarage Green Tec. Good info. I had gotten 3 from eBay and I bet they're the ones that let go this time.
I'm ready to switch to LiFePo replacements from NexCel but I can't see if they sell the battery management equipment. I wouldn't think they would be compatible with the one for NiMh.
I'll check with Green Tec. Thank for the info.
My gen2 has 237k miles on She still drives like a dream the Mechanic said my breaks are still new. battery is in great condition its a one owner car garage kept accept for Very Few cosmetic Issue this Car is almost like the day it came off the show room floor . Becareful of the rear hatch latch on the 07 and 08 model the cheap plastic that holds the screws in gets very weak overtime and will Break That being said the Rubber that covers your Button on the hatch turns to goo 'after a while I had to replace Mine . Break Lights are Led so they are extremely Expensive to replace Lucky I haven't had to replace them yet they are sold in pairs . and the steering wheel lights are super Dim Other than that i'm very happy with the car and would buy another one .
I replaced the brake lights a while back. I was able to find a good deal on Amazon. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Why is there a giant pickup truck in the median?
That's my Hummer H2. It's in some of my other videos. I converted it to a heavy-duty 4L80E transmission from the original 4L60E. I've also featured several other H2 projects here on my channel. I normally mess with performance cars and motorcycles, but I truly love my Prius. Thanks for watching and commenting!
There is a way to turn off that ridiculous back-up beep through the odometer button - you'll enjoy your Prius even more.
I've considered turning off the back-up alarm with the Dr. Prius app, but I'm simply too lazy! lol
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarageI tried to do that, it says it's not able to turn off the beep on gen 2 Prius. That's kinda why I paid the $12 for the app :(
@allblackls I used the Dr. Prius app to kill the back-up beeper. Thanks for watching and commenting!
WEAR DID U TAKE OF THE CARPET ??
If you're sitting in the passenger side, reach down to the area that is just to the left of your left foot. Grab it firmly where the carpet slides under the center console. Pull the carpet toward the passenger door firmly and it should come right up. When you're done, just slide the carpet back where it was. Good luck! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I’d want to hear something from the engine to let me know your going to fast meaning myself but if it can be modified to hear the engine better then I’m all in
I guess you could install a different muffler that makes the exhaust louder. To be honest, a couple of my other cars are virtually silent unless I'm accelerating hard. I can definitely hear when the Prius engine kicks in. Thanks for watching and commenting!
just make sure to change the oil regularly it will last a long time
I am a fanatic about oil changes. Everything I own gets synthetic changes more often that manufacturers recommendations. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage me too, im an oil changing freak.
Owners Manual says every 10K Miles for oil change Even the Sticker on the window has the millage written down as needing done a 10k miles .
I have a 40mpg on a 2008 prius, I also have a non-original catalytic converter, is there any way I can save money on buying a new battery, and change something in the old one?
Yes, you have options. There are ways to recondition your battery and swap out cells, but that did not work for me. I opted for a warrantee on a reconditioned GreenTec battery. They are located about an hour from me in Tampa. They came to my house, installed it, ran a diagnostic check, and even took it for a test drive. I'm very happy with their product and service. There are videos here on UA-cam that show how to "balance " cells. That may work for you. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage How much did it cost to change the battery? Did they install a new one or a used one?
@d.d890.. Mine is a rebuilt/reconditioned battery with a 2-year warranty. You can get 1, 2, or 3 year warranties. The total a few years ago was about $1600. Their website now has lower prices. Greentecauto.com
Good luck!
@@mohawkgarage Thank you so much! Have a good day or night
@@mohawkgarage What is your current mpg, with the Geentec battery?
My 09 Prius gets around 40-41 mpg no matter what I do. It instantly dropped after I changed the 12v battery and hasn't increased back to it's former 45-50mpg Anyone have this happen?
All I know to do is keep tire pressure at 44 psi and clean the filter for the hybrid battery. Good luck!
Is your vehicle throwing any cam timing codes? Your current mileage is precisely what mine was getting when the vvt solenoid jammed itself in one position, keeping the ICE running in the less efficient Otto cycle I believe. After fixing the solenoid it is up at 52 mpg even in the very hilly region I live.
@@Wizel603 no cam codes, just the coolant valve code that's really common.
Could have the 12v battery tested at AutoZone...
It's possible when the old battery went out it hurt the hv battery a little...Dr Prius app might show. A weak block..
Im from the netherlands and drive a prius 3 and get 28 km per liter
Great little cars, huh? Thanks for watching and commenting from the Netherlands!
How much did the new cat cost?
$140 on Amazon. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Crap! That’s awesome!!!! Heck of a deal!
@@HowtoRestoreHeadlights While they can be used in my state, I don't think they can be used in California.
@@mohawkgarage hey, ain’t nobody got time for those CA rules
@@mohawkgaragewhich did you use
Oil consumption is there down fall.
Especially people that do 10k oil changes and then decide to ad another 3k.
Plugs the oil ring drain holes in the pistons, and damages liner walls with time.
Do to the energy recovery system, i find it abuses the front tires a little above average.
As well as it will eat the steer tires on the inside, as the front suspension gives up with miles.
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I found a set of the hard to find OEM 16" rims. Didn't really help
things, i ditched em before they where worn-out. As they didn't help its bad road drive ability at all.
Mine has continued to impress. I've had to replace the front wheel bearings and the coolant valve, but I drive the car A LOT. lol
I change the oil every 5,000 miles with no exceptions.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
The Prius was never fitted with an engine that wasn't an all aluminium engine.
Thanks for the clarification. I'm still learning. I sure do love the car, though! Thanks for watching and commenting!
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What's the part number?
I honestly can't remember the part number. I just bought a cheap one off of Amazon. It's been at least two years since I bought it. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Most I get is about 51 mpg that’s if I really try tho if I just normal it I get about 47 new value cover gasket ,sparks , pvc V, shocks , and tires welp I try
I'm not really sure why there's such a wide spread on mpg. I think mine does well due to living in a very flat area. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Fix the headlights
I've given thought to it, but not much. The car is rarely driven during nighttime hours, so it's not a priority. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Parked my 6.5 fixing up me civic si it gets almost 40 mpg compared to 9
I had a 99 Civic EX that routinely got 38 mpg. It sure is nice to have a mpg beater, ya know? Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage I've always had a beater I bought a 76 AMC hornet in high school for my first car my brother bought a 80 Mercury bobcat both cars are under a carport at our parents we have been talking about restoring them to just cruise around town in my wife things the hornet is ugly
@@heathenprojects2639 Hornets are cool! The Bobcat is also bitchin'!! You just don't see those anymore. It was Mercury's version of a Pinto. So cool!
@@mohawkgarage my dad bought my mom a satellite Sebring convertible in 72 when she graduated collage she retired last year and he restored the car for her gave it to her again for retirement gift
@@heathenprojects2639 Wow, a '72 Sebring convertible has to be rare these days. That's great!
Gen 3 34 mpg everywhere
Wow! Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage it's awful
my prius only gets about 40mpg and i drive very conservative. no codes or lights. needless to say im disappointed. my last car was a 2020hyundai elantra and i got 40mpg+ most of the time and it was so much better to drive. the prius is so slow especially in eco mode.
@dankollars4501 I've heard lots of stories like yours. No idea why some cars get far worse mpg. Thanks for watching and commenting!
my 9gen civic will return 65mpg at 70 mph all day long and would leave a prius way back in the dust trail buy a honda then theres no need to repair it before you can use it :)
I've had some Civics. Great little cars. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Um….how the hell could a Civic get 70 mpg? Mine got like 35 at best.
@@arachosia Mine got 38 consistently.
Good info on the efi sensor however u will never get 58.6 mpg. The most you might be able to achieve is 50mpg but you really gotta drive it like a grandma and making other drivers piss😂 i can't believe no one in the comments corrected you about the mpg😮
It's been over a year, and it averages over 50 mpg. I absolutely DO drive like a grandma when I'm in it. I also live in an extremely flat area, which definitely helps. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage that makes sense. Right now I own a 07 with all services done at Toyota dealer with only 121k miles I can barely hit 50 driving with a feather foot. With a.c. only 44.3. On my last car a 2012 Prius C I was getting around 56mpg with a.c. off. With a.c. on in the mid 40s.
@@jaurequi25 I get anywhere from 48-60 mpg on my 2010 prius, Almost entirely depedant on traffic,road conditions etc
Having a 2012 toyota camry hybrid, it is a big car, it is much better, the same compared to the toyota prius gen 2, both are good.
It sure is nice to have more than one high-quality option. Thanks for watching and commenting!
$140 cat . refurbished battery. you will never get great gas mileage . this video is a lie. im on my 4th 2nd gen prius . i use these cars for delivery. once they reach high mileage i sell them and buy another low mileage. all my prius have had original toyota cat and original replaced hybrid battery's from toyota. best mpg i have gotten is 44 mpg. the info screen is not accurate. dont read the screen mpg .
I believe the difference in mpg comes from several variables. First, I'm in Florida, where the land is very flat. Second, when driving the Prius, I focus on mpg. I keep the tires at 45 psi and I drive very gingerly. Now that I have driven the car almost 30k miles, my average remains at about 53-55. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@mohawkgarage45 psi???
@@erxfav3197 Absolutely. Low rolling resistance increases mpg. I know it sounds crazy, but talk to some people who have done it. That's about as high as you wanna go, though. Thanks for your comment!
@@mohawkgarageI have Michelin on my vehicle and it says maximum 44 psi recommend if I do 45 will this compromise anything? Have your tires held up well?
@devicetrickz I'm not sure if your tires will hurt mpg or not. Mine are holding up well, though. Thanks for watching and commenting!