FINALLY! someone who evaluates a car from a maintenance perspective instead of counting cup holders or saying how cool it looks. Thank you very much. Tim
Well, the car is not cool, so I guess all the other people has no choice but to talk about the cupholders 🤷♂️ edit. Actually I like the 2022 Prius. I just ordered the 2023 model because now they’re really cool looking.
I don't have any experience with this generation but I put over 300k miles on a 2005 Prius. It was the most trouble free car I have ever owned. It just finally wore out.
@@GFS695 at 270k miles the first battery finally wore out. It began consuming a bit of oil around 225k miles. I replaced battery with a refurbished unit for about $1K and it lasted to around 325k miles. At that time my daughter was driving it and the shocks were pretty well worn out as well as the interior was showing significant wear. By this point it was consuming about a quart of oil every 1k miles. I decided to help her buy something newer with lower miles. Probably with a fresh battery and some suspension work it could have gone to 500k miles as long as you monitored the oil level very closely.
@@JHuffPhoto a quart of oil per 1k miles is still within the 'to be expected' range, at least if Volkswagen is to be believed. I understand you though, I also had a car with a lot of KMs, and it's not really about how long you can keep them on the road, but more about how long it makes sense to do so econonomically.
@@raftermanhoward1883 well losing more than 25% of your oil capacity every 1k miles is not good. Oh and why would I trust Volkswagen? Up until around 200k miles it used little to no oil. Still the most impressive car I have owned
Although this generation is showing its age I actually think that’s a plus for 2022. They’ve been able to master this generation and I would advise people to buy a car at the end of its generation versus the beginning. You’re likely to get a much better car, one that is more reliable despite the fact that it may not have some features that other cars may have.
I really appreciate your talking about this car. The positives of this car won me over. I love my 2021. It was purchased because I needed an efficient and comfortable automobile. I have a Prime model and I often think of it as a submarine. It mostly runs on electricity but it is nice to have the range given by the gas motor. I am a car guy too; taught high school auto shop at one time. Being in my sixties I have had muscle cars and a lot of pickups but this is the car for today. You buy the tool that fits the job.
I love my Prius. I wish I wasn't so old, now. I'd buy a 2022. My 2013 will probably last me forever. I will age out before the 2013 wears out. What a great car ! Robert
@@markburch5851 The engine is the same. The Prime just has a bigger lithium battery that allows it to become a plug-in hybrid. This basically gives you a 25 mile range on battery only. Because I am retired and don’t commute far; I can do a trip of less than 25 miles and the engine doesn’t even start up. I basically have an all electric car. Kilowatts are way cheaper than gallons these days in Cali.
@@robertcwalkeriii6267 I have buddies that own older models. They are still going strong with 250k! Take care of your car and it will take care of you.
I actually love how the prius looks because I don't look at it with that sporty mentality of dominating the road. I look at the prius with the mentality that it's in perfect harmony with the environment. It almost feels like it glides through the road as if instead of traversing forward, it were not really moving at all because of how connected it is with the road and the world outside the cabin. It is the definition of feeling genuine peace when driving a car. The prius carries the soul of a true electric vehicle even though it is a hybrid. Forget about being one with the car, or making it all about you. This car shows you how to reconnect with the world, to step outside your notions and socially constructed ideas about the world and reconnect with nature. Most people are not sensitive enough to understand any of what I just said. The soul of this car is truly far ahead of its time. This is the car of the distant future, a future when humanity has stopped its obsession with agressive insensitive exhilarating driving and has begun to understand the meaning of joy, the meaning of actually enjoying the scenery that is all around us. I'm really not trying to be poetic. I honestly wanted to return the cat 3 days after I bought it because it did not make me feel like an encapsulated king, but rather a citizen of this beautiful world we always zoom by without ever truly paying attention.
I love my Toyota Prius 2022. It feels like I’m driving in a luxury car even though I’m paying economy price. Maybe it’s just because I’m coming from a CX nine 2012. I’ve been really happy with it and I have consistently gotten over 55 miles per gallon on the average. The other reason I bought it is because of its reliability. I can see this car being another 10 year car for me.
@@r0cketm4n34 It depends. On a flat freeway 46-48mpg. In town 30 mpg, including a lot of stops. These have a 10 gallon tank. 2016 later might have increased capacity/range. Prices here for fuel are $6.50+. I don’t worry about fuel though.
@@znrctrnn Your mpg numbers are very low for Prius. Check this out: ua-cam.com/video/Br4jISZp0fg/v-deo.html Guy is running his Prius at 75+ mpg in city traffic and 50-ish on highway. Might save you some money to learn hypermiling techniques
AMD loves Toyotas. He's evaluated Prii on one of his older videos. He said if u change oil every 5,000 miles, less probs. And clean or add on a traction battery fan filter u have no battery probs. He speaks highly of prius. I see TONS of older Prii. I hope MY 2019 looks as good as all of your guys! (I've been wanting prii since 2010). Ppl say my gen is noisy, my hearing isnt so well so who cares!😂🤣 We all take pride in our prii & I didnt want u to be insulted.😁😉
I also have a 2012 Plug-In. 130k miles, still great. Few more rattles than I'd prefer, but other than that, it will likely last a very long time, which was my goal when I bought it.
They are more expensive to buy, more expensive to maintain; shorter life span and impossible to sell after ~15 years.......as compared to say the Camry.
@@yemi0 ??? I’m trying to sell a 2005 Prius (hand me down), no success. My 2000 Camry (180K miles) sold after 4 days. Used hybrids are difficult to sell.
@@jimliu2560 1. Shorter lifespan? - but yours is about 17years. 2. Selling point- people may be scared of the HV battery life or other conditions you may add to the advert. 3. Read the reviews after your on this video. Many going over 200k with no issue than regular maintenance. I have one as well.
Me and my wife really like the looks of the Prius IV, plus in test drives we liked the view to the outside world and the interior which is so relaxing. If we find one for a decent price in this grossly overheated market, I will refer the haters which we will encounter to this video. Thank you so much!
Just rented a 2022 and got 69.6 mpg. Mixed city but mostly highway. Seems low to the ground as I bottomed the front spoiler and front mud flaps on normal dips in parking lots and driveways. I really liked it.
I love my 2021 Prius and was so happy to learn about the cat shield. I bought the Prius because I live the design. I wanted a sedan and this car looks like a sedan but is really a hatchback. I have been getting 57 mpg winter and 66 mpg summer. I love all the new gadgets on it especially the front bumper sensors that have prevented me from bumping into curbs. I also love the rain sensing wind shield wipers that automatically turn on when it starts raining. What more can I say. Thanks for making this video!
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That’s a lot better than my 2020 XLE AWD Prius. My average mpg is 37. I drove through snowy mountains and across WA between east and west
@@wnose 🤣 they just don't see him as often... I have a couple buddies that have TDI Volkswagens and they are thoroughly tuned to where they get between 70 to 74 miles per gallon...not hybrid whatsoever 😁
We have a 2017 Prius four with ~50K miles now, which has averaged 62.8 mpg from day 1 to present (Chicago area)! No troubles whatever except the regular engine oil changes (OEM filter and Mobile 1 full synthetic oil), air filter change and cabin filter change so far. I plan to do the brake oil and CVT oil changes at 60K.
How do you like the adaptive cruise control (if you have it)? I've heard mixed reviews about the lane keeping assist so am hesitant to buy because I do a lot of roadtrips. Love the car otherwise.
I have a 2011 Prius. Excellent car! I don't have any problem with the old-fashioned emergency brake system. With everything electronic, it's good to have manual override in case you get in a jam, that's simple, feels tried and true, and guaranteed to work every time.
As economic as the car can get, with the way I see some prius drivers drive, you could have sworn that they were driving a sports car. So much for fuel economy. Excellent review as always!
@@danmarjenka6361 I get 60 MPG on the level highway driving at 60-65 MPH with cruise control activated. My wife gets 40 MPH on the same road by driving like a maniac.
haha...after owning one for 15 years (Gen 2), yeah sometimes I punt the little bus down a twisty road pretending I'm in a sports car. Despite this it really never drinks no matter what I do....rolling average of 4.1 l/100 taking it easy....as much as 5.3 l/100k worst case, without any care. I've just bought a 2019 top spec, so will be interested to see what's improved. The heat exchanger will be great as we live in a cold clime and the car has to work climbing hills from a cold start daily.
@blacknester I td'd the Yaris and loved everything about it except the size. It held a steady 95km/h in EV for a surprising distance. The HSD is much improved from the early models.
@@danmarjenka6361 In my 17 Prime, to have the mpg drop to 42mpg, I've got to be driving 84mph or I've got to be camping/sleeping overnight in it a few days in a row without plugging in. Even the most terrible winter conditions don't drop me to 42mpg. At times, I've "driven it like a sports car" and very few cars can keep up with it on twisty mountain roads. Actually, pretty much nothing can run with it on mountains with big descents and many hairpin switchbacks, after you put good tires on it, pump them up, and aren't afraid to be continuously either at full throttle or regenerative braking. Cars which are "much faster" end up with their brakes smoking if they try to not let you past. Typically, I'd catch up to a car, they'd speed up, and I'd just keep pressure on them going into every corner until I smelled or literally saw smoke from their brakes, then I'd pass them by being able to brake later than them in the next corner, finally using hard friction braking rather than mostly regen. Obviously it's not the fastest car on straight roads, but it's surprisingly good at beating people off the line, basically going 0-30 before you're even across the intersection.
He "virtually" sold me a 21 Rav Hybid. Wouldn't have bought it without understanding so much about them prior to the purchase. My thanks and no regret - really like it.
My 2013 Prius Base model it has 164,000 plus miles and runs very well, in my opinion it is the best engineered car on the road with many safety features you could say it might be DUMB proof! Yes it is rather ugly, but the milegage is unbelievable! Thank you Toyota for the best of the best!
As a retried mechanic, I agree 100%...Lexus-Toyota make the world's best cars period. Quality, design, world leading R&D, reliability and solid resale...along with a great overall ownership experience. I don't drive anything else.
I think 3rd gen Prius looks really awesome. I dislike 1,2nd and 4th gen, but 3rd gen looks great to me. Awesome even. Better than any gen Camry, better than most corollas except this gen, better than a lot of cars out there. I remember being pleasantly surprised when I first saw 3rd gen Prius in early 2010s.
Our 2008 Prius has 190K miles and still runs very well and still gives us over 50 mpg overall in Chicagoland (no engine oil consumption). So far I have done all regular maintenance and repairs by myself. I have replaced the converter pump once, front driver's side hub/bearing once, spark plugs twice, transmission oil twice, coolant once, brake oil twice.
Now my 2013 Prius has another 23,000 mile making it 183,000 miles and still is just as ugly and yet still the best of the best, however dose the 2022 still have the Nickle Metal Hybrid battery as they seem to out last the Lithium ion battery pack? What is your opinion?
This review is about AWD-e model. An interesting fact about this model about the muffler's shape, color and position. It is positioned lower (so low in fact that there is very little value in the heat shield above it) and painted dark. I owned 2021 Prius AWD-e myself and just recently (after 2 years!) noticed that when looked at friend's Prius Prime of the same year. The Prime's muffler was shiny, sat higher: very close to the aluminium heat shield at the car's bottom. The hole area was then tightly covered with plastic to improve aerodynamics and protect from the dirt. It did feel like Toyota's engineers had to come up with some hacks to allow the exhaust pilpe get under the rear differential to a point that everything does not look as sleek. This muffler's position and the cover-less design were likely responsible for the lower fuel efficiency and lower bottom clearance in the back of the car. Other ideas?
I'm really happy with my 2018 Prius! I got the same color as well :) And, I may be in the minority, but I actually like the way it looks :) The only small thing that annoys me a bit, are some rattle sounds coming from different places in the dashboard. But apart from that, it's a great car. And it gets great mpg, which is very useful here in Norway, were prices for gaz are as high as $8.60 a gallon
I've got 80,000 miles on my 2018 with no problems. I drive a lot of highway miles and get 52 to 58 mpg depending on time of year, winter here can get cold.
Thank you for the information regarding the Prius. It is invaluable having someone who actually works on them for a living give us insights on the vehicle.
We've always liked how they look...especially the new Generation! It's, also, very easy to completely remove the center console for cleaning...makes it look brand-new!! My dislikes: 1) Unable to replace headlights...you have to replace entire LED assembly ($500-800) so hoping those LED's have a long-lifespan. 2) The tires that came with it when new (NanoEnergy). In our 2017, she only had just under 24,000 miles and the treads were very low and we had a flat. Thankful for the doughnut spare in the 2017 and since the 2021 AWD didn't come with one, I bought one for it. (And a better jack.) 3) That ridiculous fastener/clip that covers the HV Filter. It looks like it unscrews but that's a lie...I end up destroying the stupid things and have to search through my two boxes of various clips to replace it. 4) The UFO speaker in the front! The 2017 doesn't have it but our 2021 does....she is wrapped up in a few layers of pipe insulation to muffle her. The new Rav4 hybrids I hear seem to be even louder!!!
@@rmwarriors16 Me, too, but AMD said they started using them in other models around 2014 and he’s only seen them go bad if they get cracked and water gets in.
Fun fact, first toyota hybrid that had efour drive was Estima since 2001 when first hybrid version of that car was introduced in Japan. But it is good to see that more models offer that enhanced hybrid 4 wheel drive. It is really working great on slippery Road conditions. So far had no problems with driving off on snow with my estima. It also had the exhaust heating of the coolant to warm up the engine faster and my car is from 2013. Was thinking that all hybrids from around that time have it too. That headlights auto leveling system is mandatory in Europe for any car that has factory HID(xenon) lights equipped.
Thank you for the excellent tour! I always learn new things when I watch your videos. I have a 2018 Prius Prime Advanced which has most of the features you covered. After 3.5 years of owning the car, coming up on 45,000 miles, I can only say it's been exceptional! My total average mpg is 186.8. 95% of my driving is a 20 mile round trip to work. But we do travel in the car as well as make infrequent trips of several hundred miles. I could not be more pleased! If I were to have to replace it, I would either go for another Prime, the RAV 4 prime, or hold out until they have the good sense to make a plug-in, hybrid CHR!
Yes! Prius 4 - best car in the world. Still in 2022. Own one since 2016, problemfree 101.000km since I bought the P4 as a new car. Will keep it for many more years because it is a low fuel consumption car, real average 3,5l/100km year in and out, spacy, roomy, comfortable, very good outlooks and really reliable. It is the hybrid of all hybrids, because it is build as a hybrid and not as a car with an afterwards somehow adepted hybrid system. A big difference. Drove a Prius 3 for 6 years, the P4 is a much better car and a real improvement.
I should be picking mine up on Friday. I love the main complaint I keep hearing: that it's not revolutionary. If I'm going to try to make a car last 15 to 20 years, "revolutionary design" is the LAST thing I'm looking for.
@@ibeatmycatandmydog9322 rear shocks, regular maintenance, trans fluid every 50k, oil every 10k, spark plugs at 120k, battery filter at 170k when I learned about it. Yesterday I detected some slop on outer tie rod. So new tie rods and alignment when weather breaks here in Chicago.
AMD, This is definitely the Prius for Snow Belt dwellers. When you were doing the tour under the car I was daydreaming of the AWD Corolla Hybrid wagon they won't sell to us. Next time you are on a Zoom call with Akio Toyoda, please ask him to, at least, send over the AWD Hybrid Corolla hatch if he won't sell us the wagon 😉
Thanks for your detailed review, I learned from you that the catalytic converter is already protected and the heat exchanger on the exhaust. I own two of these 4th generations Prius and the reasons I have them are reliability and low gas mileage.
Again, great info. Thanks so much. This will probably be my next car. Or maybe the next gen, sorry but I like the looks of the Prius much better than the Corolla. I just sold my 2011 gen 3 prius with 151000 miles and NOTHING wrong with it ever! I drove my daughters 2022 Prius and was very pleasantly surprised at the improvements. Quieter, smoother, better braking, better handling. More comfortable. They indeed have improved a lot. And again, I like the looks.
Thank you for your time and knowledge. I owned the 2007 and then the 2015 Prius c. I am excited for the changes on the 2022. Debating on the trim. I have always loved the Prius and the money I have saved. Very reliable and cheap to maintain. Such a great car.
Update, had my 2022 Prius for two years now. Absolutely trouble free, great car! $5k cheaper than the new model and more importantly for me I have more headroom than the 2024. My 2022 cost $27,800.
Great Prius review!!! I owned a Prius 2012 and now own the Prius Prime 2022. It's been a blessing to own now that gas is $5/gal and up. I can plug into a regular 120V outlet I can get 32 miles on a single charge (just enough for my work commute) and in gas mode, I average over 63MPG! It's much more pleasant to drive than my 2012 with a lot less road noise. I can now easily hear my podcasts while I drive whereas, with the older Prius, it was difficult to hear my stereo. It's not a power horse but it has more than enough power for my needs. I'm a very satisfied 2022 Prius Prime owner. Note: Out the door with taxes & license (with the $4500 rebate) I only paid $24K for my Prius.
It’s considered a tax credit and will go towards the taxes you owe for the current year you buy the car but you can only get the tax credit if the Prius is bought new from dealership not used.
My son just purchased a 2022 Prius Limited. He loves the car and he did not expect to. His is only a FWD but he doesn't mind. What he really likes about it is the near 12" screen and the HUD. And when you think of it his limited was under $40K. Not a bad deal...
I just bought a 2022 Prius Prime, FWD. I live in Syracuse, NY where we average over 100" of snow a year. I drove it on 8" of snow in the road the other day with no problem, it just plowed right through the snow with only 6.8" of ground clearance.
Found this channel while my Mrs was looking for her new car, I wanted her to buy the corolla but she wanted the ch-r. Now watched so many of your videos, I'll definitely be buying myself a Toyota next. Brilliant information 👍🏻
I love the Prius and will always have one in my garage. I have found that the separation in the back window blocks some of the SUV headlights when at stop lights. Thanks for the review.
I love my '19 awd-e LE Prius; my average fuel economy after 50,000 miles is 62 us mpg, and that's using winter tires for four months a year. In the summer I've seen 88.6 mpg on the dash, which is about 86.8 in reality. It's the best car I've ever bought. I commute through mountains in western Canada, and the awd-e system works very well to keep traction; it doesn't make it a rally car, nor was it meant to.
I've a 2019 awd tech package in Quebec, Canada, winter tires, 16" wheels. #1) the tech package does so much for your driving such as auto high/low beans, info on windshield and so more. #2) in snow (10 ~ 15 cms) the awd is sick!!!, my takes off are impressive, never stuck in the snow, awd kicks in till almost 55 km/hr, people look at this lil champ when they are struggling in the snow I'm already 100 meters away from them. Got it March 2020 and it has 64,000 km on the dash, low maintenance at the dealer. I asked for everything single accessory available and looks super refined.
I have a 2020 toyota corolla hybrid with the same engine as this prius and i have over 220k miles with no issues only reg maintenance oil change and filters, these cars are bulletproof believe it or not
I have a 2016 Prius and it has been great! I actually like it more today than when I first got it in 2020. Mechanically it has been flawless but it would be nice to have better sound deadening and the cabin does have a few rattles. But hey, I didn’t pay a Lexus price for it !
Great video AMD, I absolutely love all your videos. Very informative & well explained. Looking forward to the 5th Gen prius when it comes out. Absolutely amazing car. Great work. Please keep the videos coming. God bless.
Very nicely done sir. Most car reviews are mind numbing to sit through. Yours is educational and focuses on the technical aspects so many of us want to see! Well done! New subscriber here.
Went to auto show in Chicago. I decided to try getting into a new Prius as it was the only car there without a line to see interior. I am 6:3 and 69 years old in great shape. I really tried to wedge myself into it after banging my knees on dashboard and had to force my legs under steering wheel. The seat position was all the way back. Trying to get out I couldn't bend my leg back far enough to put one leg out,I then had to put my whole body over passenger seat and finally got out. No thanks Toyota!
I own a 2022 Prius L Eco about w/75k miles on it. I purchased it new from the dealer. It’s my daily driver/commuter. I commute over 30k miles per year mostly on the highway. My avg mpg is 51 MPG. I am still on stock tires and brakes. It’s a fantastic buy. The only thing I am considering upgrading is the driver assist. I am thinking of installing the Comma AI driver assistant to help with the commuting.
Personally I prefer the 3rd generation system in the Prius C. It is a little more abrupt than the 4th gen and can't go as far on battery, but I could feel when the system was switching modes and could much more easily hypermile.
I guess I like to feel when my cars are doing things. The 3rd gen Prius C does not speak the same language as most cars but it can still be understood.
The 2 things about my 2012 Prius V wagon better than my former 2012 Prius.. 1. I can see out of my rear window. 2. There is more space in the back to carry ... anything I want a long as it doesn't weigh too much. But, the rear wiper gets used a LOT more as the car pulls more road dust/water in that area. Nice technical review!
Just a tip. I just took my 2012 Prius V to the car wash. Make sure the hybrid battery charge level is not low! Right after switching to neutral and starting the wash the triangle of death displayed on the dash. The "P" symbol started flashing but I could not switch to park as I was going through a really long car wash with a car right behind me. I made it through the wash and shifted the vehicle into park turning off the vehicle then quickly started the vehicle and drove away before getting hit by the car behind me. The triangle of death was no longer on the dash. The Prius gas engine ran for quite a while recharging the battery, then after the battery was about 3/4 charged, started running normal again. I hope the hybrid battery was not damaged by this. I googled this and someone was actually rear ended by the car behind them in a car wash. Their Prius shut down in the carwash to protect the hybrid battery. Make sure the hybrid battery is sufficiently charged before you enter a carwash!
As usual, love your videos, especially on Priuses. I bought my first in 2008 (2nd generation) and then traded in for a third generation in 2010; convinced my wife to get one in 2011, which we still have but passed to one of the kids. Then I got another one 2017 but my wife balked at the exterior appearance so she bought a 2016 Prius C. What I noticed is that the Prius C got a lot less mileage than the regular Prius and its engine seems to labor. I was looking at a RAV4 hybrid in 2019 but found out that there's huge class action lawsuit against Toyota because of complaints that owners are not getting the mileage as advertised, not even close. One thing I would definitely complain about the Prius starting with the third generation is the driver side headlight. It's a simple task of removing the light bulb (regular or high beam) when I need to change it but it's a pain in the rear to get my hand into the tiny space to unscrew the light bulb and I don't have huge hands. The passenger side is so much easier as there is ample of space.
Love the channel...I'm a retired Toyota Tech and hybrid trained, unfortunately without your depth of knowledge as I left the big T a decade ago. I bought a Gen 2 new as I left the trade and have just pulled the trigger on a top spec 2019 i Tech here in Australia. You gave me a good laugh with "if you are buying the Prius for looks or performance, we have a problem"...they grow on you in time because of "what" they do, not "how" they look....lol We have grown very fond of our loyal Gen 2 and the quirky looks.
Hi Car Nut! Love your videos, and you. I have a 2022 Prius Prime. A video on that would be great, especially for simple do it yourself maintenance. They seem more complicated to work on than my other Toyota cars. Also, where are good jack points in front, besides the side rail for changing tires??? Doesn’t seem like there is a solid jack point under engine area. The manual isn’t clear. The back is obvious with the jack point under trunk.
Yes, also wondering about DIY service on the Prime (2021 Prime XLE owner here). ESPECIALLY jack points. I want to change the oil myself but only have jackstands and a hand pump floor jack.
As I've mentioned before, I've owned a Prius since 2002, It's very functional and dependable. All of them have given me good service and 60 mpg + on regular fuel. For rear view, I don't see a problem back there, I always check my side view's anyway, and the lane change audio and visual lights in the side view mirrors are a great safety thing.
I use dynamic cruise control often on the highway. When the car slows down I notice the engine revs up. I assume the engine is used to slow the car and not the regen braking. Will this hurt the car?
Very refreshing to get a solid technical perspective from a person who spends much of their time actually working on these cars. Pleased to see the rigid frame member hopefully denying thieves the CC. The highlights you present are so practical and well thought out…they are incredibly knowledgeable and solidly affirm Toyota’s reputation for quality and longevity. Agree with you as to visibility, particularly if you are over 6’. May I also suggest you might consider adding to your very done walk through, by adding a bit more detail on all the dashboard tech that is a bit bewildering at first. I’m still getting used to the rear fire mirror placement and limited visibility. Having just purchased a new 2022 LE after a (six month wait), my goal was to buy the best in class vehicle that will reliably provide the best mpg and be as reliable and long lasting as my 2000 Land Cruiser - but a whole lot less thirsty! Many thanks for all you great work, too. You are a credit to your industry and we are all lucky to have you on our side!
Fun fact! There is a Japanese domestic version of the Prius that has performance trim it's named Prius G's. It's actually quite striking looking compared to the regular ones
Great review, just a note for 3rd generations Prius owners…you can see how much money you are saving with updating the fuel cost and comparing it to your other car, etc. I’ve had a 2004, 2008, and 2012 Prius and can appreciate the functionality and maintenance perspective from this review. I really like the addition of the braces that help shield the CAT on this version also. Nice job!!
I like the storage space inside created from replacing the ancient drive selector by a little joystick on dash. I cannot believe they are still putting those useless big selectors to all the other hybrid models.
Prius are not ugly cars. If anything, many newer cars have the similar shape of the Prius now. They're not that slow either. If you want a fast car then buy a fast car. 0 to 60 in 9 seconds is NOT bad at all. Many non hybrids can't do that. I've looked at everyone of your reviews on Prius and many of them are more negative than positive and millions of Prius owners may disagree that they don't like the looks or speed vs the few that do. Those that hate Prius will never buy one anyway. Just saying. My 2nd gen Prius has over 200k mi with normal maintenance. Many cars don't make it to 150k.
Never thought much of the Prius, but end up with a rental on a business trip. I was really surprised how much I liked it, despite the fact that I like faster cars. If you nerd out on tech info, the Prius gives you a lot of information. Driving it from Cleveland to Pittsburgh the Prius averaged 75 mpg! None of my motorcycles are even close to that efficient. I also liked how far it can go in EV mode! Overall a great gas saver, and like you said, a pretty nice place to be. It also drives/rides well for what it is! Much better than I had expected. The fuel economy is just mind boggling. I enjoyed it so much, I am considering purchasing a Prius Prime.
You will not regret getting a Prime. I have a 17 Prime and my daughter has a 21 Prime. I recommend the cheapest trim level, because the smaller touch screen gives you less glare, better vents, and many more mechanical controls. I just wish it had the heated steering wheel, and touch unlocking on two doors plus hatch, rather than driver's door only. But I wasn't going to pay $8-10K more to get those features plus a bunch of stuff I don't care about.
I have a 2022 Prius and I’m enjoying it. At first I thought I was gonna trade it in with the new Corolla Cross hybrid AWD but the dealer wanted to give me only $16,000 for my Prius and I need to add another $17,00 to get the Corolla Cross 2024 so I said forget it and I’m glad I changed my mind to keep my Prius.
I traded a Ford F250 4x4 4 door long bed with a 16' lift and 44in wheels for a 2008 prius because gas was killing me in 2008. That truck got 4 mph uphill, down hill, full or empty. I have had the prius it ever since and it has paid for itself a dozen times over! At 189k miles the hybrid pump went out. First and only problem I have ever had with this car. I'm a car/truck guy but, I'm a guy who likes to keep his money in his pocket first! My friends at work used to call it my "vagina"..lol I don't care what they call it. It has been one of the best, most reliable cars I have ever owned and there will always be one I'm my garage. That car would get me to work in snowstorms , when guys would be stuck on the side of the road in their trucks! I cant brag enough about my "vagina" The 2023 even looks sporty! Thanks for the great review!
Hi All, I live in Vancouver BC. Since the day the first Prius came out, they have been used as Taxi`s. The world laughed. Most of our cabs were LTD Crown Vic's and/or old Chryslers'. Almost every cab is a Prius now, gas being here $2.00 a liter, what a blessing. The reliability is uncanny. It does not matter or you "Like" it or not, it does its job better than any other Hybrid and/or EV . Guess who`s laughing now. Yellow cab alone do have over 150 Prius Taxis. I am risking now to be picked up by men in white coats, but I like the design! Thanks Mr Car But, great clip.
Am I the only one who likes the rear body line? And when I say I like it, I'm saying I like it for night driving. It is structured in the perfect spot to block all the obnoxiously bright led headlamps from new pickup trucks, suvs and vans. Personally, it helps me see better at night.
Great review. Gas has been getting a bit out of hand with my C63 AMG and Durango RT so just place a deposit on this exact same car this AM before finding this vid. Love the emphasis on technology and purpose as I travel about 750 miles per week, it is good to hear they are comfortable as well.
FINALLY! someone who evaluates a car from a maintenance perspective instead of counting cup holders or saying how cool it looks. Thank you very much. Tim
Check out speedkar99 too
Yes, what is it about cup holders??
Agree, And focusing on soft touch materials throughout the vehicle. Why do they focus on the trivial.
THIIIIIISSSSSS... is the 2022 Toyota Prius, and we're going to learn about all the quirks and features
Well, the car is not cool, so I guess all the other people has no choice but to talk about the cupholders 🤷♂️ edit. Actually I like the 2022 Prius. I just ordered the 2023 model because now they’re really cool looking.
I don't have any experience with this generation but I put over 300k miles on a 2005 Prius. It was the most trouble free car I have ever owned. It just finally wore out.
Can I ask what wore out, was thinking of getting a older Prius.
@@GFS695 at 270k miles the first battery finally wore out. It began consuming a bit of oil around 225k miles. I replaced battery with a refurbished unit for about $1K and it lasted to around 325k miles. At that time my daughter was driving it and the shocks were pretty well worn out as well as the interior was showing significant wear. By this point it was consuming about a quart of oil every 1k miles. I decided to help her buy something newer with lower miles. Probably with a fresh battery and some suspension work it could have gone to 500k miles as long as you monitored the oil level very closely.
@@JHuffPhoto a quart of oil per 1k miles is still within the 'to be expected' range, at least if Volkswagen is to be believed. I understand you though, I also had a car with a lot of KMs, and it's not really about how long you can keep them on the road, but more about how long it makes sense to do so econonomically.
Mine is close to that.
@@raftermanhoward1883 well losing more than 25% of your oil capacity every 1k miles is not good. Oh and why would I trust Volkswagen? Up until around 200k miles it used little to no oil. Still the most impressive car I have owned
Although this generation is showing its age I actually think that’s a plus for 2022. They’ve been able to master this generation and I would advise people to buy a car at the end of its generation versus the beginning. You’re likely to get a much better car, one that is more reliable despite the fact that it may not have some features that other cars may have.
A plus would be under 20k. A 6 year old car at modern car prices.
I really appreciate your talking about this car. The positives of this car won me over. I love my 2021. It was purchased because I needed an efficient and comfortable automobile. I have a Prime model and I often think of it as a submarine. It mostly runs on electricity but it is nice to have the range given by the gas motor. I am a car guy too; taught high school auto shop at one time. Being in my sixties I have had muscle cars and a lot of pickups but this is the car for today. You buy the tool that fits the job.
Is the motor the same in the normal prius as in the prime? I thought they beefed up MG 1 or 2 in the prime?
I love my Prius. I wish I wasn't so old, now. I'd buy a 2022. My 2013 will probably last me forever. I will age out before the 2013 wears out. What a great car ! Robert
Well said!
@@markburch5851 The engine is the same. The Prime just has a bigger lithium battery that allows it to become a plug-in hybrid. This basically gives you a 25 mile range on battery only. Because I am retired and don’t commute far; I can do a trip of less than 25 miles and the engine doesn’t even start up. I basically have an all electric car. Kilowatts are way cheaper than gallons these days in Cali.
@@robertcwalkeriii6267 I have buddies that own older models. They are still going strong with 250k! Take care of your car and it will take care of you.
I actually love how the prius looks because I don't look at it with that sporty mentality of dominating the road. I look at the prius with the mentality that it's in perfect harmony with the environment. It almost feels like it glides through the road as if instead of traversing forward, it were not really moving at all because of how connected it is with the road and the world outside the cabin. It is the definition of feeling genuine peace when driving a car. The prius carries the soul of a true electric vehicle even though it is a hybrid. Forget about being one with the car, or making it all about you. This car shows you how to reconnect with the world, to step outside your notions and socially constructed ideas about the world and reconnect with nature. Most people are not sensitive enough to understand any of what I just said. The soul of this car is truly far ahead of its time. This is the car of the distant future, a future when humanity has stopped its obsession with agressive insensitive exhilarating driving and has begun to understand the meaning of joy, the meaning of actually enjoying the scenery that is all around us. I'm really not trying to be poetic. I honestly wanted to return the cat 3 days after I bought it because it did not make me feel like an encapsulated king, but rather a citizen of this beautiful world we always zoom by without ever truly paying attention.
I love my Toyota Prius 2022. It feels like I’m driving in a luxury car even though I’m paying economy price. Maybe it’s just because I’m coming from a CX nine 2012. I’ve been really happy with it and I have consistently gotten over 55 miles per gallon on the average. The other reason I bought it is because of its reliability. I can see this car being another 10 year car for me.
You have never driven an actual luxury car if you think your prius feels like a luxury car
This generation of Prius is not just the best Prius, it's one of the best cars ever made
I paid 19.5k for mine new in 2016 and I feel like the price and reliability makes it a great choice.
how long do you go before you need to fill up
@@r0cketm4n34 It depends. On a flat freeway 46-48mpg. In town 30 mpg, including a lot of stops. These have a 10 gallon tank. 2016 later might have increased capacity/range. Prices here for fuel are $6.50+. I don’t worry about fuel though.
@@znrctrnn thats good that you dont have to worry about fuel especially at these times
@@znrctrnn Your mpg numbers are very low for Prius.
Check this out: ua-cam.com/video/Br4jISZp0fg/v-deo.html
Guy is running his Prius at 75+ mpg in city traffic and 50-ish on highway.
Might save you some money to learn hypermiling techniques
@@artemaung5274 Nope, I’m not going to hypermile. Living in San Francisco one has to get up the hills.
Actually, my 2012 Prius Plug-In drives very well. I've taken it on several 1200 mile trips and it is solid and holds the road well.
AMD loves Toyotas. He's evaluated Prii on one of his older videos. He said if u change oil every 5,000 miles, less probs. And clean or add on a traction battery fan filter u have no battery probs. He speaks highly of prius. I see TONS of older Prii. I hope MY 2019 looks as good as all of your guys! (I've been wanting prii since 2010). Ppl say my gen is noisy, my hearing isnt so well so who cares!😂🤣 We all take pride in our prii & I didnt want u to be insulted.😁😉
@@riceburner4747 Except for my 2002 Highlander, it's the best car I've ever had.
I've got a 2012 Prius C and it's been fantastic, specially considering its the baby of the family.
I also have a 2012 Plug-In. 130k miles, still great. Few more rattles than I'd prefer, but other than that, it will likely last a very long time, which was my goal when I bought it.
I-vtec engine is the best of all.
Doing research on 2-3 yr old Prius since considering buying one. Thanks for the video on the 2022 model. Blessings....LB
These things are incredibly practical. Many people use them for camping, now. And gigworkers would be remiss to not use anything besides a prius
They are more expensive to buy, more expensive to maintain; shorter life span and impossible to sell after ~15 years.......as compared to say the Camry.
@@jimliu2560 do you have one or you followed what some ignorants are saying?
@@yemi0
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I’m trying to sell a 2005 Prius (hand me down), no success. My 2000 Camry (180K miles) sold after 4 days. Used hybrids are difficult to sell.
@@jimliu2560 1. Shorter lifespan? - but yours is about 17years.
2. Selling point- people may be scared of the HV battery life or other conditions you may add to the advert.
3. Read the reviews after your on this video. Many going over 200k with no issue than regular maintenance. I have one as well.
@@yemi0
Trying selling yours...then we’ll talk
Mechanical parking brakes, drums(rear) brakes, and twist beam suspension are the best stuff in the Prius C as those will probably outlive me.
Me and my wife really like the looks of the Prius IV, plus in test drives we liked the view to the outside world and the interior which is so relaxing. If we find one for a decent price in this grossly overheated market, I will refer the haters which we will encounter to this video. Thank you so much!
Just rented a 2022 and got 69.6 mpg. Mixed city but mostly highway. Seems low to the ground as I bottomed the front spoiler and front mud flaps on normal dips in parking lots and driveways. I really liked it.
I love my 2021 Prius and was so happy to learn about the cat shield. I bought the Prius because I live the design. I wanted a sedan and this car looks like a sedan but is really a hatchback. I have been getting 57 mpg winter and 66 mpg summer. I love all the new gadgets on it especially the front bumper sensors that have prevented me from bumping into curbs. I also love the rain sensing wind shield wipers that automatically turn on when it starts raining. What more can I say. Thanks for making this video!
That’s a lot better than my 2020 XLE AWD Prius. My average mpg is 37. I drove through snowy mountains and across WA between east and west
66mpg????? amazing. gas stations hate you, lol
@@wnose 🤣 they just don't see him as often... I have a couple buddies that have TDI Volkswagens and they are thoroughly tuned to where they get between 70 to 74 miles per gallon...not hybrid whatsoever 😁
We have a 2017 Prius four with ~50K miles now, which has averaged 62.8 mpg from day 1 to present (Chicago area)! No troubles whatever except the regular engine oil changes (OEM filter and Mobile 1 full synthetic oil), air filter change and cabin filter change so far. I plan to do the brake oil and CVT oil changes at 60K.
How do you like the adaptive cruise control (if you have it)? I've heard mixed reviews about the lane keeping assist so am hesitant to buy because I do a lot of roadtrips. Love the car otherwise.
your customers are LUCKY to have you. wish you had a shop in NY :(
I have a 2011 Prius. Excellent car!
I don't have any problem with the old-fashioned emergency brake system.
With everything electronic, it's good to have manual override in case you get in a jam,
that's simple, feels tried and true, and guaranteed to work every time.
Great information. My 2017 has 102k miles and no issues. Still 60 MPG.
As economic as the car can get, with the way I see some prius drivers drive, you could have sworn that they were driving a sports car. So much for fuel economy. Excellent review as always!
No matter how I drive mine, the lowest mpg I've ever seen is 42 mpg.
@@danmarjenka6361 I get 60 MPG on the level highway driving at 60-65 MPH with cruise control activated. My wife gets 40 MPH on the same road by driving like a maniac.
haha...after owning one for 15 years (Gen 2), yeah sometimes I punt the little bus down a twisty road pretending I'm in a sports car. Despite this it really never drinks no matter what I do....rolling average of 4.1 l/100 taking it easy....as much as 5.3 l/100k worst case, without any care. I've just bought a 2019 top spec, so will be interested to see what's improved. The heat exchanger will be great as we live in a cold clime and the car has to work climbing hills from a cold start daily.
@blacknester I td'd the Yaris and loved everything about it except the size. It held a steady 95km/h in EV for a surprising distance. The HSD is much improved from the early models.
@@danmarjenka6361 In my 17 Prime, to have the mpg drop to 42mpg, I've got to be driving 84mph or I've got to be camping/sleeping overnight in it a few days in a row without plugging in. Even the most terrible winter conditions don't drop me to 42mpg. At times, I've "driven it like a sports car" and very few cars can keep up with it on twisty mountain roads. Actually, pretty much nothing can run with it on mountains with big descents and many hairpin switchbacks, after you put good tires on it, pump them up, and aren't afraid to be continuously either at full throttle or regenerative braking. Cars which are "much faster" end up with their brakes smoking if they try to not let you past. Typically, I'd catch up to a car, they'd speed up, and I'd just keep pressure on them going into every corner until I smelled or literally saw smoke from their brakes, then I'd pass them by being able to brake later than them in the next corner, finally using hard friction braking rather than mostly regen. Obviously it's not the fastest car on straight roads, but it's surprisingly good at beating people off the line, basically going 0-30 before you're even across the intersection.
Thank you for posting this series about everything vehicles . The biggest problem with vehicles is honest dealer support services .
This is an exceptional video, Toyota should be paying you.
He "virtually" sold me a 21 Rav Hybid. Wouldn't have bought it without understanding so much about them prior to the purchase. My thanks and no regret - really like it.
My 2013 Prius Base model it has 164,000 plus miles and runs very well, in my opinion it is the best engineered car on the road with many safety features you could say it might be DUMB proof! Yes it is rather ugly, but the milegage is unbelievable!
Thank you Toyota for the best of the best!
Same here, I’m the envy whenever I stop for fuel. Never had anyone ask me about it until gas reached $8 in Los Angeles
As a retried mechanic, I agree 100%...Lexus-Toyota make the world's best cars period. Quality, design, world leading R&D, reliability and solid resale...along with a great overall ownership experience. I don't drive anything else.
I think 3rd gen Prius looks really awesome.
I dislike 1,2nd and 4th gen, but 3rd gen looks great to me. Awesome even.
Better than any gen Camry, better than most corollas except this gen, better than a lot of cars out there.
I remember being pleasantly surprised when I first saw 3rd gen Prius in early 2010s.
Our 2008 Prius has 190K miles and still runs very well and still gives us over 50 mpg overall in Chicagoland (no engine oil consumption). So far I have done all regular maintenance and repairs by myself. I have replaced the converter pump once, front driver's side hub/bearing once, spark plugs twice, transmission oil twice, coolant once, brake oil twice.
Now my 2013 Prius has another 23,000 mile making it 183,000 miles and still is just as ugly and yet still the best of the best, however dose the 2022 still have the Nickle Metal Hybrid battery as they seem to out last the Lithium ion battery pack? What is your opinion?
Ive driven the first Prius generation in 2009, it was hell of fast on the freeway! and the interior was like being in a spaceship
Take it to one of those "quick lube" places and wait for them to tell you that you need a new belt for the engine. What belt!!!???? LOL
Where is the smiling icon 🤣👍
This review is about AWD-e model. An interesting fact about this model about the muffler's shape, color and position. It is positioned lower (so low in fact that there is very little value in the heat shield above it) and painted dark. I owned 2021 Prius AWD-e myself and just recently (after 2 years!) noticed that when looked at friend's Prius Prime of the same year. The Prime's muffler was shiny, sat higher: very close to the aluminium heat shield at the car's bottom. The hole area was then tightly covered with plastic to improve aerodynamics and protect from the dirt. It did feel like Toyota's engineers had to come up with some hacks to allow the exhaust pilpe get under the rear differential to a point that everything does not look as sleek. This muffler's position and the cover-less design were likely responsible for the lower fuel efficiency and lower bottom clearance in the back of the car. Other ideas?
Loved the video quality, especially the slow panning around and inside the vehicle. Really improves the experience.
I have a 2013, it has 400k km on it. It just keeps running. And its still zipping gas. Its a great car.
I'm really happy with my 2018 Prius! I got the same color as well :) And, I may be in the minority, but I actually like the way it looks :) The only small thing that annoys me a bit, are some rattle sounds coming from different places in the dashboard. But apart from that, it's a great car. And it gets great mpg, which is very useful here in Norway, were prices for gaz are as high as $8.60 a gallon
@blacknester Yeah, $10.24 were I live, and they say it migth get even higher..
I've got 80,000 miles on my 2018 with no problems. I drive a lot of highway miles and get 52 to 58 mpg depending on time of year, winter here can get cold.
Thank you for the information regarding the Prius. It is invaluable having someone who actually works on them for a living give us insights on the vehicle.
We've always liked how they look...especially the new Generation! It's, also, very easy to completely remove the center console for cleaning...makes it look brand-new!! My dislikes: 1) Unable to replace headlights...you have to replace entire LED assembly ($500-800) so hoping those LED's have a long-lifespan. 2) The tires that came with it when new (NanoEnergy). In our 2017, she only had just under 24,000 miles and the treads were very low and we had a flat. Thankful for the doughnut spare in the 2017 and since the 2021 AWD didn't come with one, I bought one for it. (And a better jack.) 3) That ridiculous fastener/clip that covers the HV Filter. It looks like it unscrews but that's a lie...I end up destroying the stupid things and have to search through my two boxes of various clips to replace it. 4) The UFO speaker in the front! The 2017 doesn't have it but our 2021 does....she is wrapped up in a few layers of pipe insulation to muffle her. The new Rav4 hybrids I hear seem to be even louder!!!
Good to know about these features. I think that is crazy the entire headlight unit has to be replaced if the LEDs fail.
@@rmwarriors16 Me, too, but AMD said they started using them in other models around 2014 and he’s only seen them go bad if they get cracked and water gets in.
Such an ugly car lmao
$800 to replace a burned out headlight bulb is an unacceptable maintenance costs that rivals a luxury car's
do the rav4 prime's use the same $800 headlights?
Fun fact, first toyota hybrid that had efour drive was Estima since 2001 when first hybrid version of that car was introduced in Japan. But it is good to see that more models offer that enhanced hybrid 4 wheel drive.
It is really working great on slippery Road conditions. So far had no problems with driving off on snow with my estima.
It also had the exhaust heating of the coolant to warm up the engine faster and my car is from 2013. Was thinking that all hybrids from around that time have it too.
That headlights auto leveling system is mandatory in Europe for any car that has factory HID(xenon) lights equipped.
Thank you for the excellent tour! I always learn new things when I watch your videos. I have a 2018 Prius Prime Advanced which has most of the features you covered. After 3.5 years of owning the car, coming up on 45,000 miles, I can only say it's been exceptional! My total average mpg is 186.8. 95% of my driving is a 20 mile round trip to work. But we do travel in the car as well as make infrequent trips of several hundred miles. I could not be more pleased! If I were to have to replace it, I would either go for another Prime, the RAV 4 prime, or hold out until they have the good sense to make a plug-in, hybrid CHR!
Thanks. Can you do one for 2022 Prius Prime. Also maybe dive into TSS 2.0. Love your videos.
Yes!
Prius 4 - best car in the world. Still in 2022.
Own one since 2016, problemfree 101.000km since I bought the P4 as a new car. Will keep it for many more years because it is a low fuel consumption car, real average 3,5l/100km year in and out, spacy, roomy, comfortable, very good outlooks and really reliable. It is the hybrid of all hybrids, because it is build as a hybrid and not as a car with an afterwards somehow adepted hybrid system. A big difference.
Drove a Prius 3 for 6 years, the P4 is a much better car and a real improvement.
I should be picking mine up on Friday. I love the main complaint I keep hearing: that it's not revolutionary. If I'm going to try to make a car last 15 to 20 years, "revolutionary design" is the LAST thing I'm looking for.
My wife drives the 17 Prius. She loves that thing.
Pushing up on 189k on my 16. Been a fine car. I like the center mounted instrument panel. Reminds me of my 08 xb.
What all have you had to repair over that time?
@@ibeatmycatandmydog9322 rear shocks, regular maintenance, trans fluid every 50k, oil every 10k, spark plugs at 120k, battery filter at 170k when I learned about it. Yesterday I detected some slop on outer tie rod. So new tie rods and alignment when weather breaks here in Chicago.
I think a mechanical parking brake is actually the better choice
AMD, This is definitely the Prius for Snow Belt dwellers. When you were doing the tour under the car I was daydreaming of the AWD Corolla Hybrid wagon they won't sell to us. Next time you are on a Zoom call with Akio Toyoda, please ask him to, at least, send over the AWD Hybrid Corolla hatch if he won't sell us the wagon 😉
Thanks for your detailed review, I learned from you that the catalytic converter is already protected and the heat exchanger on the exhaust. I own two of these 4th generations Prius and the reasons I have them are reliability and low gas mileage.
Again, great info. Thanks so much. This will probably be my next car. Or maybe the next gen, sorry but I like the looks of the Prius much better than the Corolla. I just sold my 2011 gen 3 prius with 151000 miles and NOTHING wrong with it ever! I drove my daughters 2022 Prius and was very pleasantly surprised at the improvements. Quieter, smoother, better braking, better handling. More comfortable. They indeed have improved a lot. And again, I like the looks.
seeing how much dedication to durability, smoothness, and efficiency, makes me wanna get a toyota.
Great presentation! I LOVE the built in catalytic converter shield! Another reason Toyota is the best.
Thank you for your time and knowledge. I owned the 2007 and then the 2015 Prius c. I am excited for the changes on the 2022. Debating on the trim. I have always loved the Prius and the money I have saved. Very reliable and cheap to maintain. Such a great car.
I just got one and the boys in Japan have outdone themselves
Expect to take delivery of a 2022 LE at the end of the month! So great timing on this video, thank you. Great summary!
Update, had my 2022 Prius for two years now. Absolutely trouble free, great car! $5k cheaper than the new model and more importantly for me I have more headroom than the 2024. My 2022 cost $27,800.
I just bought one of these. You do a great job explaining things here. Thank you for posting this
Now THIS is what I call a car review! Excellent. Subscribed!
I bought the 2022 Prius XLE with supersonic red color, I super love ❤️ it☺️
Great Prius review!!! I owned a Prius 2012 and now own the Prius Prime 2022. It's been a blessing to own now that gas is $5/gal and up. I can plug into a regular 120V outlet I can get 32 miles on a single charge (just enough for my work commute) and in gas mode, I average over 63MPG! It's much more pleasant to drive than my 2012 with a lot less road noise. I can now easily hear my podcasts while I drive whereas, with the older Prius, it was difficult to hear my stereo. It's not a power horse but it has more than enough power for my needs. I'm a very satisfied 2022 Prius Prime owner. Note: Out the door with taxes & license (with the $4500 rebate) I only paid $24K for my Prius.
How do i get the rebate?
It’s considered a tax credit and will go towards the taxes you owe for the current year you buy the car but you can only get the tax credit if the Prius is bought new from dealership not used.
…loved my 2007 Prius Series 6 Touring…. 200,000 miles…. 45 MPG… top speed 101 mph
My son just purchased a 2022 Prius Limited. He loves the car and he did not expect to.
His is only a FWD but he doesn't mind.
What he really likes about it is the near 12" screen and the HUD.
And when you think of it his limited was under $40K. Not a bad deal...
I just bought a 2022 Prius Prime, FWD. I live in Syracuse, NY where we average over 100" of snow a year. I drove it on 8" of snow in the road the other day with no problem, it just plowed right through the snow with only 6.8" of ground clearance.
@@fourcubed47 Nice! They have a lot of the underbody shielded/covered. So it makes it a lot easier to go through the snow.
Love your vids. I personally own a Prius Prime 2021 and absolutely love it.
how much is the prices?
I’m so grateful I have a Prius, especially now with gas trending towards $10 a gallon.
Found this channel while my Mrs was looking for her new car, I wanted her to buy the corolla but she wanted the ch-r. Now watched so many of your videos, I'll definitely be buying myself a Toyota next. Brilliant information 👍🏻
I love the Prius and will always have one in my garage. I have found that the separation in the back window blocks some of the SUV headlights when at stop lights. Thanks for the review.
I love my '19 awd-e LE Prius; my average fuel economy after 50,000 miles is 62 us mpg, and that's using winter tires for four months a year.
In the summer I've seen 88.6 mpg on the dash, which is about 86.8 in reality. It's the best car I've ever bought.
I commute through mountains in western Canada, and the awd-e system works very well to keep traction; it doesn't make it a rally car, nor was it meant to.
I've a 2019 awd tech package in Quebec, Canada, winter tires, 16" wheels. #1) the tech package does so much for your driving such as auto high/low beans, info on windshield and so more. #2) in snow (10 ~ 15 cms) the awd is sick!!!, my takes off are impressive, never stuck in the snow, awd kicks in till almost 55 km/hr, people look at this lil champ when they are struggling in the snow I'm already 100 meters away from them. Got it March 2020 and it has 64,000 km on the dash, low maintenance at the dealer. I asked for everything single accessory available and looks super refined.
I have a 2020 toyota corolla hybrid with the same engine as this prius and i have over 220k miles with no issues only reg maintenance oil change and filters, these cars are bulletproof believe it or not
I have a 2016 Prius and it has been great! I actually like it more today than when I first got it in 2020. Mechanically it has been flawless but it would be nice to have better sound deadening and the cabin does have a few rattles. But hey, I didn’t pay a Lexus price for it !
I’ve been watching you since you had about 1k subs. You’re crushing it!
Great video AMD, I absolutely love all your videos. Very informative & well explained. Looking forward to the 5th Gen prius when it comes out. Absolutely amazing car. Great work. Please keep the videos coming. God bless.
Very nicely done sir. Most car reviews are mind numbing to sit through. Yours is educational and focuses on the technical aspects so many of us want to see! Well done! New subscriber here.
I’m so happy you did a video on this car !!!! Thank you !!!!
Went to auto show in Chicago. I decided to try getting into a new Prius as it was the only car there without a line to see interior. I am 6:3 and 69 years old in great shape. I really tried to wedge myself into it after banging my knees on dashboard and had to force my legs under steering wheel. The seat position was all the way back. Trying to get out I couldn't bend my leg back far enough to put one leg out,I then had to put my whole body over passenger seat and finally got out. No thanks Toyota!
The most thorough technical review of a I have ever seen
I own a 2022 Prius L Eco about w/75k miles on it. I purchased it new from the dealer. It’s my daily driver/commuter. I commute over 30k miles per year mostly on the highway. My avg mpg is 51 MPG. I am still on stock tires and brakes. It’s a fantastic buy. The only thing I am considering upgrading is the driver assist. I am thinking of installing the Comma AI driver assistant to help with the commuting.
Hi AMD, I am wondering if the same changes were made to the Prius Prime for 2022 (TPMS, etc.)
Great and informative video, thanks!
Hi! Should be the same changes yes
Personally I prefer the 3rd generation system in the Prius C. It is a little more abrupt than the 4th gen and can't go as far on battery, but I could feel when the system was switching modes and could much more easily hypermile.
I guess I like to feel when my cars are doing things. The 3rd gen Prius C does not speak the same language as most cars but it can still be understood.
I just bought a 19 prime. Good gas. Best range I got on both was 888km. Not as advertised but hopefully when it’s warmer it’s better
The 2 things about my 2012 Prius V wagon better than my former 2012 Prius.. 1. I can see out of my rear window. 2. There is more space in the back to carry ... anything I want a long as it doesn't weigh too much. But, the rear wiper gets used a LOT more as the car pulls more road dust/water in that area. Nice technical review!
The Prius V was the King. Too bad not many people were buying them.
Just a tip. I just took my 2012 Prius V to the car wash. Make sure the hybrid battery charge level is not low! Right after switching to neutral and starting the wash the triangle of death displayed on the dash. The "P" symbol started flashing but I could not switch to park as I was going through a really long car wash with a car right behind me. I made it through the wash and shifted the vehicle into park turning off the vehicle then quickly started the vehicle and drove away before getting hit by the car behind me. The triangle of death was no longer on the dash. The Prius gas engine ran for quite a while recharging the battery, then after the battery was about 3/4 charged, started running normal again. I hope the hybrid battery was not damaged by this. I googled this and someone was actually rear ended by the car behind them in a car wash. Their Prius shut down in the carwash to protect the hybrid battery. Make sure the hybrid battery is sufficiently charged before you enter a carwash!
As usual, love your videos, especially on Priuses. I bought my first in 2008 (2nd generation) and then traded in for a third generation in 2010; convinced my wife to get one in 2011, which we still have but passed to one of the kids. Then I got another one 2017 but my wife balked at the exterior appearance so she bought a 2016 Prius C. What I noticed is that the Prius C got a lot less mileage than the regular Prius and its engine seems to labor. I was looking at a RAV4 hybrid in 2019 but found out that there's huge class action lawsuit against Toyota because of complaints that owners are not getting the mileage as advertised, not even close. One thing I would definitely complain about the Prius starting with the third generation is the driver side headlight. It's a simple task of removing the light bulb (regular or high beam) when I need to change it but it's a pain in the rear to get my hand into the tiny space to unscrew the light bulb and I don't have huge hands. The passenger side is so much easier as there is ample of space.
The most reliable car in the world will always sell. A great second hand buy for proper bang for buck.
2013 with 278,000 miles and still going strong
Love the channel...I'm a retired Toyota Tech and hybrid trained, unfortunately without your depth of knowledge as I left the big T a decade ago. I bought a Gen 2 new as I left the trade and have just pulled the trigger on a top spec 2019 i Tech here in Australia. You gave me a good laugh with "if you are buying the Prius for looks or performance, we have a problem"...they grow on you in time because of "what" they do, not "how" they look....lol We have grown very fond of our loyal Gen 2 and the quirky looks.
One of the best car reviews I’ve ever seen
Hi Car Nut! Love your videos, and you. I have a 2022 Prius Prime. A video on that would be great, especially for simple do it yourself maintenance. They seem more complicated to work on than my other Toyota cars. Also, where are good jack points in front, besides the side rail for changing tires??? Doesn’t seem like there is a solid jack point under engine area. The manual isn’t clear. The back is obvious with the jack point under trunk.
Yes, also wondering about DIY service on the Prime (2021 Prime XLE owner here). ESPECIALLY jack points. I want to change the oil myself but only have jackstands and a hand pump floor jack.
Just purchased a 2021 LE AWD.
Previously owned a 2007. What an amazing car! So smooth, so many really impressive features!
Our Prius V, now discontinued, has excellent rear vision.
Very good and understandable review.
Thank you!
Gas: $5 a gallon
People: Is it still good to buy a prius???
Toyota Prius: ultra reliable and safe
People: Meeehhhh….
As I've mentioned before, I've owned a Prius since 2002, It's very functional and dependable. All of them have given me good service and 60 mpg + on regular fuel. For rear view, I don't see a problem back there, I always check my side view's anyway, and the lane change audio and visual lights in the side view mirrors are a great safety thing.
Timely video. I just purchased a 2022 Prius.
I use dynamic cruise control often on the highway. When the car slows down I notice the engine revs up. I assume the engine is used to slow the car and not the regen braking. Will this hurt the car?
Very refreshing to get a solid technical perspective from a person who spends much of their time actually working on these cars. Pleased to see the rigid frame member hopefully denying thieves the CC. The highlights you present are so practical and well thought out…they are incredibly knowledgeable and solidly affirm Toyota’s reputation for quality and longevity. Agree with you as to visibility, particularly if you are over 6’. May I also suggest you might consider adding to your very done walk through, by adding a bit more detail on all the dashboard tech that is a bit bewildering at first. I’m still getting used to the rear fire mirror placement and limited visibility. Having just purchased a new 2022 LE after a (six month wait), my goal was to buy the best in class vehicle that will reliably provide the best mpg and be as reliable and long lasting as my 2000 Land Cruiser - but a whole lot less thirsty! Many thanks for all you great work, too. You are a credit to your industry and we are all lucky to have you on our side!
Fun fact! There is a Japanese domestic version of the Prius that has performance trim it's named Prius G's. It's actually quite striking looking compared to the regular ones
Great review, just a note for 3rd generations Prius owners…you can see how much money you are saving with updating the fuel cost and comparing it to your other car, etc. I’ve had a 2004, 2008, and 2012 Prius and can appreciate the functionality and maintenance perspective from this review. I really like the addition of the braces that help shield the CAT on this version also. Nice job!!
As a new Toyota dealer tech I really enjoy these types of videos. A good crash course 😂
I like the storage space inside created from replacing the ancient drive selector by a little joystick on dash. I cannot believe they are still putting those useless big selectors to all the other hybrid models.
You nailed this! Spot on!! Good explanation, thank you!
Prius are not ugly cars. If anything, many newer cars have the similar shape of the Prius now. They're not that slow either. If you want a fast car then buy a fast car. 0 to 60 in 9 seconds is NOT bad at all. Many non hybrids can't do that. I've looked at everyone of your reviews on Prius and many of them are more negative than positive and millions of Prius owners may disagree that they don't like the looks or speed vs the few that do. Those that hate Prius will never buy one anyway. Just saying. My 2nd gen Prius has over 200k mi with normal maintenance. Many cars don't make it to 150k.
they shouldn't stop Prius v. now that wagon have more chance
Never thought much of the Prius, but end up with a rental on a business trip. I was really surprised how much I liked it, despite the fact that I like faster cars. If you nerd out on tech info, the Prius gives you a lot of information. Driving it from Cleveland to Pittsburgh the Prius averaged 75 mpg! None of my motorcycles are even close to that efficient. I also liked how far it can go in EV mode! Overall a great gas saver, and like you said, a pretty nice place to be. It also drives/rides well for what it is! Much better than I had expected. The fuel economy is just mind boggling. I enjoyed it so much, I am considering purchasing a Prius Prime.
I'm a car enthusiast too, but shortly after a test drive, I purchased one. I can't believe how much I've been missing out.
You will have o get on a waiting list, it makes months to GWT on and in California there is price gauging. A 31K car going for 35k
@@alexi2460 I grabbed a 2021 with 2k miles on it for 29k. It was better than waiting 5-6 months 🤷🏿♂️
You will not regret getting a Prime. I have a 17 Prime and my daughter has a 21 Prime. I recommend the cheapest trim level, because the smaller touch screen gives you less glare, better vents, and many more mechanical controls. I just wish it had the heated steering wheel, and touch unlocking on two doors plus hatch, rather than driver's door only. But I wasn't going to pay $8-10K more to get those features plus a bunch of stuff I don't care about.
I have a 2022 Prius and I’m enjoying it. At first I thought I was gonna trade it in with the new Corolla Cross hybrid AWD but the dealer wanted to give me only $16,000 for my Prius and I need to add another $17,00 to get the Corolla Cross 2024 so I said forget it and I’m glad I changed my mind to keep my Prius.
I have a 2010 Prius, interesting to see what the new ones are like.
I traded a Ford F250 4x4 4 door long bed with a 16' lift and 44in wheels for a 2008 prius because gas was killing me in 2008. That truck got 4 mph uphill, down hill, full or empty. I have had the prius it ever since and it has paid for itself a dozen times over! At 189k miles the hybrid pump went out. First and only problem I have ever had with this car. I'm a car/truck guy but, I'm a guy who likes to keep his money in his pocket first! My friends at work used to call it my "vagina"..lol I don't care what they call it. It has been one of the best, most reliable cars I have ever owned and there will always be one I'm my garage. That car would get me to work in snowstorms , when guys would be stuck on the side of the road in their trucks! I cant brag enough about my "vagina" The 2023 even looks sporty!
Thanks for the great review!
It is not ugly I just go a 2017 blue and is beautiful 💙 drives and feels really good for me
Toyota has the best hybrids.
Thanks for this review. Most other reviewers I've seen don't dive into the inside of the car and compares it with other generations.
Hi All, I live in Vancouver BC. Since the day the first Prius came out, they have been used as Taxi`s. The world laughed. Most of our cabs were LTD Crown Vic's and/or old Chryslers'.
Almost every cab is a Prius now, gas being here $2.00 a liter, what a blessing. The reliability
is uncanny. It does not matter or you "Like" it or not, it does its job better than any other Hybrid and/or EV . Guess who`s laughing now. Yellow cab alone do have over 150 Prius Taxis. I am risking now to be picked up by men in white coats, but I like the design!
Thanks Mr Car But, great clip.
Am I the only one who likes the rear body line? And when I say I like it, I'm saying I like it for night driving. It is structured in the perfect spot to block all the obnoxiously bright led headlamps from new pickup trucks, suvs and vans. Personally, it helps me see better at night.
Great review. Gas has been getting a bit out of hand with my C63 AMG and Durango RT so just place a deposit on this exact same car this AM before finding this vid. Love the emphasis on technology and purpose as I travel about 750 miles per week, it is good to hear they are comfortable as well.