2004 Toyota Prius

My favorite car taken away

By Pen (MI) on Wednesday, May 22, 2013

I don't own this car

Pros: "good gas mileage, sleek styling, low maintenance."

Cons: "What's not to love?"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I owned this car and loved every second of it. Unfortunately, I got in an accident and the insurance company decided to total my car. i loved driving it, loved the gas mileage, even in the winter. Snow tires made it drive very well in snow and ice, almost comparable to an SUV. Apparently, even back in 2008, they had crumpling sections built in to the car to take the damage instead of the passenger. I suppose I should feel lucky that I wasn't hurt, but I want my Prius back! I am trying to find a replacement Prius now because all the other small "economical" cars I've tried in the last 2 weeks gulped gas like crazy."

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Most reliable I've owned

By george (IL) on Saturday, May 18, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 293,000

Pros: "Great gas mileage, great reliability"

Cons: "Little ground clearance, uncomfortable seats"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Getting close to 294,000 miles,and Toyota service dept. says original brake pads have only another 20,000 miles left before they need to be replaced. It still averages 44 to 48 m.p.g. When the weather moderates the mileage goes up. The front seats could be more comfortable, and the interior materials were more durable in my 1997 Camry. I installed captain's chairs from a van in my Prius, and it is much more comfortable now, especially on long road trips. I hope to get several more years of reliable service from this car."

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Most dependable and economical car I ever owned

By BillyBob (VA) on Tuesday, May 14, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 183,100

Pros: "Great value, very comfortable and reliable."

Cons: "Not pretty or sexy."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this car due to a long commute and high gas prices, and it hasn't disappointed me. The only repairs I have had to make are due to body damage from hitting two deer. Routine maintenance and new tires are the only maintenance expenses I have incurred. Still gets 47 MPG with mostly highway driving."

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Most dependable and economical car I ever owned

By BillyBob (VA) on Tuesday, May 14, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 183,100

Pros: "Great value, very comfortable and reliable."

Cons: "Not pretty or sexy."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this car due to a long commute and high gas prices, and it hasn't disappointed me. The only repairs I have had to make are due to body damage from hitting two deer. Routine maintenance and new tires are the only maintenance expenses I have incurred. Still gets 47 MPG with mostly highway driving."

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Reliable, Cost Effective, Attractive, Responsible

By Green Driver (FL) on Tuesday, May 07, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 97,000

Pros: "environmentally responsible, reliable, great ongas"

Cons: "blind spot very bad, little pep"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"This car is 8 years old. I have been blessed to never have had a repair other than recalls. I have been careful to have regular maintenance done such as tire rotation, oil changes, etc. This car has been wonderful and it drives and looks nearly as good at 100K miles as it did new. It feels good to drive green and responsible. It is comfortable enough for local and some highway driving and roomy enough for five. The trunk and storage spaces are especially nice. What I do not like about the car is the design of the windows to the right front corner of the car and the curve of the car. The blind spot is very bad so that one has to be very careful in my opinion of knowing what is coming up to the right. Other than then, this car is about perfect. Oh, and gas - I do not go to the station often. Even at this mileage, and on the second set of tire, I still average about 52mpg. The car is not peppy, so don't look for that, but passing is not a problem, and going about 80mph is comfortable too as long as there are no strong winds or 18 wheelers passing - then the car feels too light. This is one of the best financial choices I have ever made. I purchased all of the warranties, but have never used them. They gave me peace of mind."

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Awesome and reliable

By LP (CO) on Sunday, April 07, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 87,000

Pros: "Reliable, easy to drive, comfortable, safe"

Cons: "shaky in severely cold weather, loud on highway."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I purchased my cousin's 2006 Prius a year ago, and I couldn't love it more! It has around 87,000 miles on it and it's reliable, and amazing in the Colorado weather. My cousin lived in a mountain/college town and used it in the snow, and I live in a bigger city here where they rarely plow the streets and I have had no problems in the snow (and I need new tires.) My only complaint is that when it gets really cold it sometimes needs a jump (which can be a pain) but that has only happened twice when it got below 0 degrees at night. It's reliable, easy to drive, has an awesome sound system, is great in any kind of weather and has a fantastic turning radius; it's also comfortable (but a little loud) on the highway and gets excellent gas mileage in the city. Typically in a Prius, in order to get the best mileage, you want to drive where there is very little stop and go (but not quite highway driving) and I was able to get it up to 65 mpg when I was commuting to work. However, I now drive a short distance in a completely stop and go route, and I still get over 50 mpg. It's had no problems and has never needed more than basic service. I would recommend this car to anyone who doesn't want an SUV, and wants a reliable and trusted vehicle that is eco friendly (not completely eco friendly, but at least making a difference.) It also holds its value extremely well because it's a Toyota (mine is still worth $11,500) Good luck!!"

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