By stardude82 on 04/21/13 05:28 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2013 Toyota Prius v Three 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
Could have been a better car.
Driving Controls are ok. I don't even mind the central gauge cluster, but it looks looks horrible.
The infotainment system is slow.
The nav in my 10 year old BMW was faster at imputing destinations and finding routes.
It has a resistive touchscreen which is also horrible.
The Prius power train is not very refined carrying around the extra weight.
A boat-like feeling at any speed and numb numb numb, but above 60 mph, the car has an unsettling unstable feeling.
Brakes are overly grippy at low speeds and mushy at high.
Besides my gripes, it is excellently packaged.
It carries what I need it to carry and gets north of 40 mpg in mixed driving.
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By bc158 on 04/09/13 12:10 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2013 Toyota Prius v Two 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
After 2500 miles, MPG is averaging 43+.
Car is roomy, surprisingly comfortable and even has enough power to not be a problem.
When the power button is pressed between 35 and 65
the performance is surprisingly good.
So far no issues at all just pleasant motoring - even from a person who prefers the European/German type ride and handling.
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8 of 15 people found this review helpful
By giantsfan58 on 02/18/13 15:59 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2013 Toyota Prius v Five 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
After driving a 2nd Gen. Prius for 6 years, I foolishly traded it in for a 2012 Kia Optima EX.
After 11 months I came to my senses and traded that in for a 2013 Prius v.
The v drives great, is comfortable and can haul a lot of cargo.
I can't speak for the other models, but the 5 has everything I would ever want.
They say MPG is 44 City and 40 Hwy, but I average 45-47 MPG per tank.
You need to drive it a bit differently than a traditional gas engine car, but once you learn the technique it is easy to outpace their estimates.
The sound system is fantastic and the bluetooth is crystal clear.
The moon roof is a great feature. This vehicle has it all.
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16 of 16 people found this review helpful
By rzca on 01/13/13 07:30 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2013 Toyota Prius v Three 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
Our Chevy just used too much gas so we traded for a Prius V.
Since we already own a hybrid we were not surprised or troubled by some of the things people mention here regarding acceleration, etc.
We have found the fit and finish of the car to be excellent - the materials are what we would expect in a vehicle that was designed to maximize fuel economy.
Everything works beautifully from the Nav to the radio - it is simple, intuitive and well designed.
I am 6 feet tall and have no trouble being comfortable in the driver's, front passenger's or rear passenger's seats (which recline!).
The cargo space is truly amazing - we love this car and recommend it highly!
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23 of 77 people found this review helpful
By joe540ci on 11/20/12 12:02 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2013 Toyota Prius v Five 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Review
Love it.
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