2008 Toyota Prius Consumer Discussions

Toyota Prius MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: Toyota Prius Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [mickeyrom]

  Written by: jimbo103 on Feb 27, 2011 3:02:01 PM

  I quick note on my MPG. 2008 Prius, had 185/15 tires , switched to 195/15 after 37k worn out. Per indicaters before changing tires I was getting about 49 MPG in mixed driving. After changing tires about the same reading on indicaters but found the speedometer was off by 3-5% with old tires and still off by 2% with new (when reading 50MPH was really only going 49 per GPS) This ... Read More

Toyota Prius Navigation System Questions

• Re: new Map cd [frank_n_ann]

  Written by: dwprius2008 on Oct 8, 2010 7:50:57 AM

  I bought a 2008 Prius and the GPS unit is worthless. The map was outdated from the start and does not have many addresses that have been there for years. In addition, there is a great deal of wrong information. THE Prius GPS units are a RIP OFF. Don't waste your money. If you are going to buy a Prius with one in it, make sure they give you the latest ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• shopping......

  Written by: hihostevo on Apr 5, 2010 12:46:48 AM

  I am shopping for a Prius V with Nav Pkg. (white, silver, gold) The negative is ... (other than wanting a "killer" deal which is a given around here) I have a 2008 Prius Pkg 6 (leather and Nav) with 25k (silver) that I need to trade in. The current incentives from Toyota expire April 6th... I am "assuming" (yes I know) that whatever is available after the 6th will be ... Read More

Toyota Prius Dash & Instrumentation Questions

• Re: dim display [rhutcheon]

  Written by: glouderback on Mar 22, 2010 10:08:48 AM

  I realize that I am replying to a 2008 Message. My 2005 Prius which I bought new has a touch screen display that is slowly getting dimmer as it ages. I used to work on touch screen displays that had the same problem. The answer is to replace the small florescent bulb that no longer is outputing the same lumens as it once did. Unfortunately, Toyota doesn't have a part number ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

• Bye ... bye ... Prius ... no more hybrids for me!

  Written by: priusdar on Sep 27, 2008 8:29:58 PM

  My 2008 Toyota Prius has had challenges with both filling the "tank" and calculating mileage since I purchased the car. I have never expected the car's average mileage to be dead on, but close would be nice. I certainly never expected not to be able to fill up my gas tand wither. I just got back from another lengthly road trip. In the summer, I still have challenges acutally getting the ... Read More

Toyota Prius vs VW Golf TDI

• Re: rehashing reliability is old-hat [gagrice]

  Written by: backy on Feb 14, 2010 6:29:28 PM

  There's a fix for the 2010 Prius brake software, so don't let that stop you from a test drive. I am not going to test drive a car that I have little chance of buying. I don't have the time, and I don't want to waste time of the VW salesperson. If my local dealer ever offered an open house to test drive the new Golf, I might take advantage of ... Read More

• Insurance Co$t, Fuel Co$t

  Written by: bwilson4web on Feb 9, 2010 1:42:01 AM

  The NHTSA publishes an annual "Relative Collision Insurance Cost Information Booklet" with the latest being 2009. It reports the relative insurance costs and finds: 103 - Prius Hybrid 110 - Jetta Looks like the Jetta costs more to insure. The EPA maintains a fuel efficiency web site that individual users can record their mileage and we find: 40.1 MPG (27 vehicles) - 2009 Jetta TDI diesel, automatic, compact car 46.5 MPG ... Read More

• Re: REAL-WORLD DATA [schong]

  Written by: backy on Feb 8, 2010 6:11:57 PM

  Amazing how the Prius could be so gosh-darned unreliable yet be one of the top 5 most reliable cars as of spring 2009 per CR's surveys. Also the "most satisfying" car to own per those same surveys. Also the best for used-car reliability. I notice how you left out the 2009 MY. Was that because there were only 137 complaints that year? You also left out the first two years of ... Read More

Toyota Prius Brake Problems

• Re: 2006 Prius Braking problem [techie2003]

  Written by: broodha on Feb 4, 2010 6:53:51 PM

  I drive a 2008 Toyota Prius and I am intrigued by the news about the 2010 3rd Generation brakes issue, since I have precisely the same problem. When I drive over bumpy surfaces, a large pothole, or an area with a dip in the road, the car stutters and lurches and the VSA light flashes. Sometimes the car's reaction lasts for several seconds after hitting the pothole. It seems to exacerbate ... Read More

• Prius Brake Issues

  Written by: pjackie on Sep 20, 2009 3:46:46 PM

  Well, it happened to me yesterday (September 19,2009). I was in love with my 2008 Prius (despite having to spend a couple of hours to figure out how to operate the danged thing). I was pulling out of a parking lot, moving very slowly ,when I saw a car turn the corner and drive down the street which I was entering. I immediately applied the brakes HARD and to my dismay, ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

• Problem filling Prius gas tank

  Written by: tgmartin on Jan 21, 2010 12:51:33 PM

  I have a 2008 Toyota Prius I purchased new about 21 months ago and have driven 21,000 miles. The gas gage has never worked correctly and the mileage goes from 33 to 50mpg but mostly around 39 mpg in winter. The worst problem is not being able to fill up the tank. It will not allow the tank to fill at many gas pumps. It is the bladder problem that has ... Read More

Toyota Prius vs VW Golf TDI

• Re: November poll - voting results are in [gagrice]

  Written by: bwilson4web on Dec 12, 2009 9:30:43 AM

  With rare exception, buyers spending $20-30,000 choose based upon price-performance and availability. The 2010 Prius gets better mileage than any of the TDI vehicles including highway. It is a midsize sedan and TDIs come in compact and one rare wagon. So I'm not terribly worried about buyer votes. One of the least persuasive arguments is what others are buying. Discussions about hybrid vs diesel sales has most merit if one is ... Read More

• Re: November poll - voting results are in [bwilson4web]

  Written by: gagrice on Dec 12, 2009 6:33:17 AM

  I know you like the Prius and that is good. But Toyota Hybrids have peaked in sales and are headed down hill WORLD WIDE. From 429,700 in 2008 to 291,700 in 2009. While the 2010 Golf TDI was named both "green car of the year" and "World Car of the Year". The Golf has averaged 714,000 sales per year for its 35 years of existence. The Prius has averaged 109,000 cars ... Read More

Toyota Prius

• Re: Diesel Cars [avucarguy]

  Written by: rick294 on Nov 13, 2009 12:51:37 PM

  Yes, those German cars, any of them, surprisingly, do not come close to Asian cars and trucks for reliability. I have a 2008 Prius and we love it. I firmly believe gas prices are going to go through the roof in the next few years due to the Obama administration getting deep into "cap and trade". For that reason, I consider our Prius as insurance against that eventuality. (Not "cheap" insurance, ... Read More

Toyota Prius Dash & Instrumentation Questions

• Re: 2008 prius manuals - all [russ45]

  Written by: sas9 on Nov 4, 2009 7:47:56 PM

  You can download the Prius guide online. Remember that this isn't written by Toyota - but by Prius owners. I've fouind it helpful and written more simply than the manual. Not sure if this is what you want but the web address is: http://john1701a.com/prius/documents/Prius_User-Guide_classic.pdf As for the manuals, if I was you, I would search for some used ones on amazon.com, ebay.com and craigslist.com, etc. Hope this helps!

Toyota Prius vs VW Golf TDI

• Re: wow [backy]

  Written by: gagrice on Sep 26, 2009 8:56:05 AM

  Another thing to think about. The Tax credit for EV or PHEV is based on the capacity of the battery. Volt was designed to get the maximum credit or maybe the other way around. The Prius PHEV will have less than a third the capacity of the Volt making the tax credit much less. Of course the batteries will also be less. The PHEV Prius can operate in electric-only mode for ... Read More

• Re: wow [backy]

  Written by: gagrice on Sep 26, 2009 8:37:50 AM

  Seeing is believing. The PHEV Prius were supposed to be out in late 2008 on the market. They had test models in 2006. I don't think Li-Ion is ready for mainstream yet. Just how new is Toyota's plug-in Prius? Maybe older than we think This Friday, Toyota will deliver two plug-in Priuses to UC Davis for testing purposes. We've known about Toyota's PHEV Prius plan for a while now (the official ... Read More

• Re: C4C's impact on diesel sales [backy]

  Written by: gagrice on Sep 18, 2009 5:01:06 PM

  As for Toyota closing its NUMMI plant after GM pulled out of the partnership... what does that have to do with the Prius vs.Golf? More than once Ahnold begged Toyota to build the Prius in CA the largest buyer of the model in the USA. The new Tupelo plant will not likely see the Prius. Jun 13th 2009 at 2:01PM Steve St. Angelo, senior vice president of Toyota Motor Engineering & ... Read More

• Value

  Written by: moparbad on Sep 1, 2009 11:05:55 AM

  VW has excellent resale value year after year. Below is KBB predicted resale value after 5 years ownership for the past two years. Top 10 Brands: Top 10 Brands: Best Resale Value 2009 Best Resale Value 2008 1. Honda 44.5 1. Volkswagen 48.1 2. Toyota 42.7 2. BMW 45.6 3. Volkswagen 40.9 3. Acura 45.4 Retained value is an important factor in a vehicle purchase. Knowing that a vehicle will actually ... Read More

Toyota Prius - Traction Control vs Vehicle Stability Control

• Re: Toyota Prius - Traction Control vs Vehicle Stability Control [cathie2]

  Written by: shawnswifie on Jul 19, 2009 3:38:17 PM

  oh my gosh!! I had to reply!! I thought it was my driving!! I tried to leave my home this passed winter(i live in OR) we live on a hill. We have a 2008 and i lost complete control, it was like nothing worked! i ended up down an embankment and had to be towed out very scary!! 12,000 in damage!!!we did not have snow tires, but now im afraid to ... Read More

Prius Safety & Crash Test Ratings

• Re: Pirus Fire: [jeyhoe]

  Written by: larsb on Feb 26, 2008 6:17:33 AM

  First of all, I'm not a "fanboy" of any sort. I like hybrids because there is nothing else as clean and efficient on the road. And second, anyone who classifies the Prius as a "vehicle prone to burn" is just being ignorant. There are more than a million Toyota hybrids on the road worldwide, and a large percentage of those cars are Priuses (or Prii, depending on your preferred term.) There ... Read More

• It Happens

  Written by: tothemaxx2 on Jun 5, 2009 4:57:30 PM

  I have been reading this board for over a year since we bought our 2008 Prius. Our Prius has been flawless (as I am sure 99.9% have been). I have also followed forums for all my cars (GMs, Fords, Hondas, Volvos, VWs, Toyotas) for many years. All I can say is some things happen to all cars. Also, people who write posts tend to be ones (including myself) who have had ... Read More

Does the current situation affect hybrid sales more?

• carried over from a Diesel News post thread

  Written by: larsb on May 11, 2009 8:47:21 AM

  Gary says, "Toyota has put all its marbles into the wrong markets. The US buyer is fickle. And the meager Prius sales when gas is cheap, attests to my belief." Gas prices and Prius sales do not have a direct correlation: Sales in 2004: 53,991 Avg gas price 2004: $1.895 Sales in 2005: 107,897 Avg gas price 2005: $2.314 Gas prices went up, and so did Prius sales. Sales in 2006: ... Read More

• Re: carried over from a Diesel News post thread [gagrice]

  Written by: larsb on May 12, 2009 3:46:52 PM

  How many times I have to post this? Gary says, "Toyota has put all its marbles into the wrong markets. The US buyer is fickle. And the meager Prius sales when gas is cheap, attests to my belief." Gas prices and Prius sales do not have a direct correlation: Sales in 2004: 53,991 Avg gas price 2004: $1.895 Sales in 2005: 107,897 Avg gas price 2005: $2.314 Gas prices went up, ... Read More

Toyota Prius - Traction Control vs Vehicle Stability Control

• Re: Toyota Prius - Traction Control vs Vehicle Stability Control [njresident]

  Written by: cathie2 on Mar 21, 2009 11:42:16 AM

  I have a 2008 Pruis with the VehIcle Stability Control. I recommend highly you don't get it if you live where there is snow. You cannot turn off the VSC and if you go into a skid, you lose your power and you cannot get out of your skid. You are totally helpless. DON'T GET IT. It is unsafe,,,,,Trust me. I actually had to call the police trying to get up ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Seeking trade-in value of 2008 Prius w/ 20k miles, leather, bluetoot

  Written by: nm_socal on Feb 25, 2009 5:16:35 PM

  I purchased my dear Prius in Sept '07, with the intent of keeping it long-term. But our needs have changed, and I am giving serious thoughts to turning it in and getting a Sienna. The payments would remain the same. Monthly gas expense will go up, but that's justifiable. Can anyone guide me how much the trade could be worth? A dealer has offered $17.5k. An online tool at Toyotas of ... Read More

Toyota Prius

• Re: Diff btwn Toyota 'full' hybrid and New Insight 'mild' hybrid? [johnxyz]

  Written by: rick294 on Jan 22, 2009 10:40:34 AM

  I just read about this two days ago, and already I've forgotten what I read! However, the Honda Fit is a superb vehicle. It was great for 08 and ever better for 09 (what I've read). I believe that the info you provided about the diff between full and mild hybrids is correct, however. Don't be concerned about being T-boned. There is NO lag, whatsoever, in restarting. The slightest touch on ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

• Re: swap-out for Li-Ion batteries in the future [kdhspyder]

  Written by: gagrice on Jan 17, 2009 3:31:51 PM

  That is about one a day. I would say that is better than most dealers out here. I used that new View Inventory feature here on Edmunds. It listed 259 Prius at the 8 dealers here in San Diego. Seems like a lot. Maybe it is not that many. I do not see any 2008 models left so that is better than a lot of dealers. Mossy has a Prius listed ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Paid below invoice for 2009 Prius Touring + Option 6 [alt6]

  Written by: krishreddy on Jan 14, 2009 7:37:15 AM

  Hi Al, Could have been that it was an end of the year special. Around the time I was in the market for a Prius (last week of 2008), I saw a similar price quote on craigslist from a dealer in Oakland who was quoting $750.00 below invoice. It was for a Prius Touring with Option 6, with a few more options in addition to Option # 6, such as glass ... Read More

Does the current situation affect hybrid sales more?

• Green Car Advisor

  Written by: pf_flyer on Dec 4, 2008 6:13:38 AM

  http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2008/12/november-hybrid-sales-plunge-as- - -gas-prices-fall-credit-tightens.html In sheer volume, Toyota's Prius was hardest hit. Although still the industry leader with slightly more than half of all hybrid sales in November, Prius volume of 8,660 for the month was down 48.3 percent from 16,737 sold a year earlier and off 26.7 percent from 11,804 sold in October. "It's just too expensive" when gas prices are low, said analyst Caldwell. Not the time to be expecting ... Read More

Toyota Prius Navigation System Questions

• Re: Toyota Navigation vs. Garmin [gagrice]

  Written by: fseaver on Sep 1, 2008 3:59:25 PM

  The Garmin works just fine for me. I have it right on my 2008 Prius dash.She does have a nice voice :) :) :)

Help me understand the value of the hybrid.

• Re: Help me understand the value of the hybrid. [kenlw]

  Written by: kdhspyder on Aug 28, 2008 4:31:06 PM

  As an engineer who has set warranty on numerous products, I will tell you that the 100k figure was carefully calculated by Toyota to be a bit shy of where they will start losing a lot of $$ to warranty replacement batteries. That number also tells me that most folks should get 100k easily without any problem. After that, Toyota wants no part of them. And in most cases, you will ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

• Re: 2009 Prius arrives August 2008, 2010 Prius April ... [skeptical]

  Written by: speedymac on Aug 22, 2008 8:06:31 PM

  That would have been my guess as well but my dealership friend made some calls and was told that the 2009 they wanted to come with was not ready for fall of 08 but they felt it would be in April to summer in US and so would come out as the 1st of the 2010 models. I don't know anything for sure but he's still sticking to this scenario. I'm ... Read More

Toyota Prius MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: Toyota Prius Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [KarenS]

  Written by: mgfullington on Jul 9, 2008 8:30:20 PM

  When I use any brand of gasoline with Ethanol in my 2008 Prius with 8000 miles, the mileage decreases to about 37 mpg. With non-Ethanol fuel I average between 48 to 52 mgg. Is anyone aware of any fuel that does not come from the Middle East that does not contain Ethanol?

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

• Remote keyless entry volume

  Written by: jimrey28 on Aug 7, 2008 5:27:28 PM

  Any one know how to turn up the volume on my 2008 Toyota Prius when locking the doors when I press the keyless entry. I can barely hear it? Also if I have numbers in my phone address book with the persons name, when they call me in the car and the audio shows incoming call, does anyone know why the name does not appear on the screen? Please advise and ... Read More

Article Comments - 2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Toyota Prius

• Did anyone mention

  Written by: thedoctor29 on Aug 5, 2008 5:13:11 PM

  Did anyone mention that the Fit is extremely fun to drive?.. I haven't driven a prius but knowing toyota I can assume it probably rides like a boat. And as for fuel economy, it really depends on how you drive it. My gf who owns the Fit Sport (auto) has never gotten under 29mpg, ever.. It varies though, as i hear some people get 25 city which is understandable. If you're ... Read More

• Article Comments - 2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Toyota Prius

  Written by: KarenS on Aug 4, 2008 11:55:25 AM

  Consider this: The 2008 Toyota Prius base model costs 50 percent more than the 2008 Honda Fit base model. Then again, the Prius is 50 percent more fuel-efficient than the Fit when you look at the EPA's figure for combined mpg. So how does this add up? Read more and post your comments here! 2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Toyota Prius

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: My dad always told me.... [mschmal]

  Written by: bob104 on Aug 1, 2008 6:58:50 AM

  I'm hoping people will find this response relevant to the topic, since it addresses the overpricing issue: Six months or so ago I'd have agreed with you, but now Priuses are actually appreciating rather than depreciating. With gasoline very likely to go up, that Sentra will likely sell like an SUV five years from now. The total cost to own (including amortization, gasoline, battery expense) will very likely be less for ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

• Re: Waiting? Yes But... [lotusfan]

  Written by: sbell4 on Jul 28, 2008 10:40:34 AM

  The e-mails I get definitely say "in stock". yeah, well I also have eight (8) 2008 Toyota Prius in stock.....and they are off-lease vehicles. I agree with kdhspyder, they are not new and untitled.

• Toyota announced Pricing on 2009 model Prius

  Written by: toyotaken on Jul 28, 2008 9:33:41 AM

  As per a news article that I had forwarded to me this morning, Toyota announced that there will be an increase in MSRP of $500 on the 2009 Prius vs. the 2008 models. There was no information leading to a re-design for the 2009 model, so it appears that they will be holding off on the re-design for the 2010 model at this point. Ken

• Re: Waiting? Yes But... [lotusfan]

  Written by: kdhspyder on Jul 27, 2008 1:33:41 PM

  Careful of the wording. His email might have said 'available' not 'in stock'. It's highly unlikely that any dealer in the US has any 'in stock' except a few isolated ones where an 'orderer' might have backed out, certainly not in NoVa. Laurel Toyota CARMAX is the largest Toyota dealer on the EC and I believe it's No 2 in the country. http://www.carmax.com/enUS/locations/Maryland-Both-Laurel-Toyota-7806.html It has ZERO Prius' new or used in ... Read More

Toyota Prius Accessories & Modifications

• Re: Towing a jetski with a 2008 toyota Prius [lgomez1013]

  Written by: bnjnpv on Jul 23, 2008 6:15:21 PM

  jut remember to make very small corrections when backing with a short wheelbase. 1/4 turns of the steering wheel rather than lock to lock. there's no substitute for practice.....during the week at the dock or in the nearest parking lot at night....when launching your ski, remember the plug!!!!!! i've only launched mine and a coupleof times a friend of mine's. his has reverse (looks like yours may too) mine doesn't....both skis ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

• Please ... before this gets out of hand..

  Written by: kdhspyder on Jul 8, 2008 9:13:03 PM

  The 2009's are being built now, today. They are exactly the same as the 2008's. The Chairman of Toyota will introduce the new Gen 3 Prius at the NAIAS in Detroit in January. The 'line off' of this vehicle in Japan will be April 2009 as a 2010 model. Normally it should arrive here in Summer 2009. It will have NiMH battery technology in the first year or two. Then... if ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: New 208 [smokemirrors]

  Written by: oldcoach on Jul 7, 2008 4:19:07 AM

  I would be glad to share my purchase information with you. I got my 208 Prius on May 29,2008, from FERRIS TOYOTA in NEW PHILADELHIA , OHIO. I was treated real good and feel I got a fair deal. Need any more information let me know. OLDCOACH

Toyota Prius Accessories & Modifications

• Towing a jetski with a 2008 toyota Prius

  Written by: lgomez1013 on Jul 2, 2008 5:01:36 PM

  i would like to buy and tow a jetski and trailer which will weight about 1200 lbs. Does anyone have first hand experience towing and putting on the water (using a boat ramp) a jetski? I would appreciate hearing from people who have actually done it or attempted to do it.

Article Comments - 2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid

• Article Comments - 2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid

  Written by: KarenS on Jun 30, 2008 1:29:47 PM

  Guy walks into a Toyota dealer looking for a 2008 Toyota Prius. He's heard about hybrids for awhile now, and the Prius is one he knows by name. He vaguely recalls some celebrity bragging about taking one to the Academy Awards instead of a limo, and then there was that South Park episode, "Smug Alert" a couple of years back. And didn't Al Gore's own son make headlines for getting busted ... Read More

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

• 2008 Prius challenges

  Written by: priusdar on Jun 17, 2008 6:51:26 PM

  I simply LOVED my Prius until it hit 5000 miles and we took it on a little 2300 mile trip. I bought it new in January. In April and May I noticed some strange fill ups. My car averages 47mpg. One tank was down to one bar at only 300 miles ... really bad mileage that tank. One fill up showed 55mpg ... boy was I excited! The next "top off" ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

• Toyota States NO FIX for Bladder defect

  Written by: priusdar on Jun 10, 2008 7:16:40 PM

  I am glad that others are happy with their Prius. I was until May 23rd. The time I needed to count on my car was on a road trip with long distances between fill ups. In town and in areas where fuel is readily avialable, it is important to know how far you can travel on the road. I spoke with Toyota technicians and other Prius owners BEFORE I began looking ... Read More

• Re: Toyota Prius is a SAFETY HAZARD [priusdar]

  Written by: oldcoach on Jun 10, 2008 12:33:17 PM

  I am a happy 2008 Prius owner, may be looking for another, maybe I could be talked into taking your unsafe 08 prius off your hands. Hate to see you drive an unsafe vehicle. What state are you located in? How many miles on the Prius? Which model is it,which packages does it have? Will you give someone a real GOOD DEAL to get rid of it ?

• Toyota Prius is a SAFETY HAZARD

  Written by: priusdar on Jun 7, 2008 7:06:47 PM

  I have just read several stories of concern on: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/toyota_prius.html. There are MANY other websites that speak to Prius problems: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/01/prius_winter.html - http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f1205be - http://www.hybridcars.com/forums/2008-prius-fuel-tank-capacity.html - http://priuschat.com/forums/prius-main-forum/10650-prius-fuel-tank.html - http://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/f10/problem-putting-gas-prius-1611/ - these are just the ones I have stumbled across. I am SICK to my stomach. I have TRUSTED Toyota for YEARS to provide a SAFE and RELIABLE vehicle. I traded in my 2007 Toyota Touring Avalon on my 2008 Toyota Prius ... Read More

Article Comments - 2008 Toyota Prius Convertible by NCE First Drive

• Re: Article Comments - 2008 Toyota Prius Convertible by NCE First Drive [Ka

  Written by: gagrice on Jun 7, 2008 7:04:41 AM

  That is pretty cool for sure. They would make great premium rental cars for Florida and Hawaii. I wonder how they re-routed the high voltage cabling. My understanding is that Toyota did not add a Moon Roof because of the cable in the top. Maybe that was just someone's opinion.

• Article Comments - 2008 Toyota Prius Convertible by NCE First Drive

  Written by: KarenS on Jun 5, 2008 7:07:09 AM

  If you're looking for the perfect parade car for Earth Day, this 2008 Toyota Prius Convertible from Newport Convertible Engineering (NCE) is it. First Drive: 2008 Toyota Prius Convertible by NCE

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Used 2008 Base Model Prius...SW FL = Get this...

  Written by: kbender on May 27, 2008 10:03:25 AM

  Hubby and I have been considering the Prius but have yet to drive one, as none of the lots in our area have them in stock. We finally drove to Naples, FL yesterday (Germain Toyota) to see to pre-owned 2008 Prius Base models they had in stock (no package...base models both. The mileage on one was around 9K, the other around 17K , I believe, but don't quote me on that. ... Read More

Toyota Prius

• Re: Toyota Prius [kdhspyder]

  Written by: oldcoach on May 27, 2008 7:55:07 AM

  My Prius came in this morning May 27, 2008. :D :D :D I will pick it up on thursday May 29, 2008. I will keep you in formed.

• Re: Toyota Prius [kdhspyder]

  Written by: oldcoach on May 27, 2008 7:53:44 AM

  My Pius came in this morning May 27, 2008. :D :D :D I will pick it up on thursday May 29, 2008. I will keep you in formed.

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage [nycprius]

  Written by: ctsa on May 25, 2008 7:09:51 AM

  nycprius, I think that should be about $400 below MSRP assuming that it only has #5 and none of the other port or dealer adds. An even better deal if it does have extras. Good find right now!

• Re: Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage [loveprius1]

  Written by: nycprius on May 24, 2008 3:45:19 PM

  Would be interested to know which dealer. I am about to buy a prius, and i got a quote of $26,400 from a dealer in Nassau County for a Prius with package #5, which i think should be about $1500 less than package #6, so I think you did well. Thanks.

What to expect from the next model year Prius

• Re: seats [kdhspyder]

  Written by: bigmclargehuge on May 22, 2008 6:50:30 AM

  2008 Corolla weighed about the same as the 2009 Yaris. They all wear similar-sized shoes as 2008 Prius. The 2008 Prius weighs more than the 2009 Corolla. 2009 Corolla's shoes are wider accross the range. Even the 2004 Camry, which was of roughly equal weight to the Prius, had an extra inch of contact patch. 2008 Prius wears shoes designed for cars 300-400lbs lighter than itself. The point I was trying ... Read More

• For the passionistas chomping at the bit for new info..

  Written by: kdhspyder on May 21, 2008 4:53:17 AM

  ... here's a thread from an other site with some good and accurate info on the changeover from Gen 2 to Gen 3. http://priuschat.com/forums/2009-toyota-prius/47621-putting-speculation-rest-200- 9-carryover-2008-confirmed.html#post621530 Expect the Gen 3 to arrive here summer 2009 as a 2010 model.

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: buying a 2008 prius [debart97]

  Written by: dje2 on May 19, 2008 10:33:03 AM

  Check out Kendall Toyota. I bought one last month on the 30th and they sold me a package 6 for $300. less than sticker. I know it's not a great price but better than the local dealers (Al Hendrickson and others) who are tacking on $1,000-$4,000. I was able to work out the deal with internet dept. through emails. Very smooth deal, no dealer fees and never felt hustled. Try to ... Read More

Toyota Prius

• Toyota Prius

  Written by: oldcoach on May 19, 2008 7:49:33 AM

  I have bought a new 2008 Prius, and it will be here on May 30,2008. I wanted to know how long I should drive it before going on a 600 mile trip. Is it ok to drive it on a 600 mile trip with very little mileage on the auto? I hope the car is as good as many of you say.

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Got a great deal for Prius'08 in Bay area, CA

  Written by: tempfun on May 13, 2008 1:27:05 PM

  Last week I purchased a 2008 Prius with Package#6 for ~$200 below Invoice (not MSRP). The price excluding taxes and doc fee was ~$25,700. Check with the Internet division of Toyota Sunnyvale. They got very good deals and they send the quotes through email upfront.

• Tampa Florida Prius Lease

  Written by: nfw_prius on May 10, 2008 4:32:03 PM

  The dealer just quoted me $396 pm for a Base Prius (1220). 15,000 miles a year with matts as the only option. That was with 1,000 down and a 2,000 trade in. I have tier 1 credit. That's on a car worth 22,574. The web page for this dealer listed a 12,000 mile per year 36 month lease as $281 pm. Just to get you in the door. Another dealer across ... Read More

Toyota Prius Navigation System Questions

• Toyota Navigation vs. Garmin

  Written by: valleygirl2 on May 10, 2008 7:59:28 AM

  I just purchased a 2008 Toyota Prius with the navigation system. We have used the Garmin GPS in our older cars for a few years and love it but we don't love all the wires going all over the car. I also wanted the leather seats that came with the car with the navigation system so that’s another reason we ended up with the navigation system. Well I'm one of those ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Got one today!

  Written by: willee51 on May 9, 2008 12:50:10 PM

  ;) Got it today! 2008 Prius, Package #4 w/HZ, CF, Silver Met Drove 2-hrs from home to Staunton, VA (McDonough Toyota). Paid $25,914 and I got an excellent trade-in value for my Toyota Tacoma. Have driven it about 150-miles and so far I like the car. Intersate driving at 70-mph+ easy for the little car. With gas here in Central VA at about $3.60 and rising, I am glad I found ... Read More

Toyota Prius Accessories & Modifications

• Re: windshield glass for my 2008 Touring Prius [stevegold]

  Written by: prusa on May 7, 2008 5:44:25 PM

  The total cost was $285.00 including tax. The truth is that it even looks better than the original one. You can't even tell the difference! So.... (silly me) I was going to pay $715.00 for the Toyota sticker that you can't even see and that is at the bottom of the windshield. Well, today... had to place my post decals (to enter the military post) so the Toyota sign was not ... Read More

Toyota Prius Hybrid System Questions

• Re: It happened last night [stevegold]

  Written by: annettes on May 7, 2008 11:55:01 AM

  May 6, 2008 at 8:50pm. AAA towed to Toyota and they started working on the car before they called me. It started up for them but with the engine light on. I got a free rotation and oil change out of that because no one called me until 8am when I was already on my way in. Anyway, the air filter was heavily dirty and after running a computer check, nothing ... Read More

• 2008 prius problem

  Written by: prius08 on May 7, 2008 10:06:14 AM

  just want to know if anyone else has had this experience. when driving my car, or sitting in a parking lot, the volume of the radio will go off the charts. The first time this happened (it has happened 3 times total) I thought someone hit my car. the only way to reset the volume of the radio is to turn off the car and restart it. also, when this 'event' ... Read More

Toyota Prius Accessories & Modifications

• Re: windshield glass for my 2008 Touring Prius [prusa]

  Written by: stevegold on May 4, 2008 8:42:22 PM

  Tell Toyota to shove it. $300 is about right and it will be the equivalent of what it came with. Make sure the top is tinted if your original was. If you show Toyota the estimate, they will correct their mistake and do it for $400. They probably send it out to be done, sometimes to the same guy.

• windshield glass for my 2008 Touring Prius

  Written by: prusa on May 4, 2008 6:58:56 PM

  I just bought a 2008 Touring Prius (PKG 6) and as I was driving from work the other day, a small rock hit my windshield (glass window) and it needs to be replaced. Toyota wants over $1,000.00 to replace it. The guy around the corner will replace it, but it will not be the original for about $285.00. Should I buy the original or settle for the regular glass? I read ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

• First Gas Fill-Up

  Written by: rolin on Apr 30, 2008 10:11:24 AM

  First, let me say that the input I have read here is most valuable information and it's groups like this that keep us, the consumers, well informed. IToday I saw that my gas tank was at half full. Last Friday, I picked the new car up from the dealer (Prius 2008) and they had the tank filled upon delivery. Ok, so we are at 1/2 of a tank of gas and ... Read More

Toyota Prius

• Standard vs. Touring, and Packages

  Written by: jmoose on Mar 23, 2008 5:14:41 PM

  We're considering the purchase of a 2008 Prius. Has anyone driven both the standard and Touring models, and have an opinion on whether the extra cost for the Touring model is worth some degree of better handling (can you even tell the difference?) There doesn't seem to be much that separates the two versions, and I'm thinking the additional cost might not be worth it. Also, although the Prius literature from ... Read More

• Re: EMF and Prius 08 [pogacsa]

  Written by: jaxs1 on Apr 29, 2008 6:59:36 PM

  Yes, EMF radiation from hybrids such as the Toyota Prius is starting to become a concern in the media lately. http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2008/04/can-hybrids-pos.html http://www.leftlanenews.com/are-hybrids-hazardous-to-our-health.html

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Arlington, VA New buy

  Written by: lastcar on Apr 28, 2008 8:03:04 AM

  Hello, my data & experience. 4/23/2008, $22,900 + $389 processing fees. White, Base + Option 2. 4 miles. I spoke with 2 dealers in person and by phone. With one I only by phone. I used the Edmunds and Consumer Reports invoice pricing. I followed the basic script for getting the bottom line. One marked up the MSRP, the other came down. Neither would quote a price over or under invoice. ... Read More

Toyota Prius MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: 75 MPG ?? downhill for sure... [scottc3]

  Written by: v7sport73 on Apr 26, 2008 11:59:47 AM

  I purchased a 2008 Toyota Prius 4/19/08. I have been pampering it and taking it easy around town. I've now have about 700 miles on it. I'm getting around 55 MPG. Most of my driving is on the freeway at around 65 MPH. Is this pretty normal? How many miles until the motor is broken in? How many miles should I drive it before I can share in the joy of ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage [sunshineprius]

  Written by: loveprius1 on Apr 26, 2008 6:31:00 AM

  In Bronx / NY It is a touring edition.

• Re: Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage [loveprius1]

  Written by: sunshineprius on Apr 25, 2008 7:24:28 PM

  not sure if this question will post or go to you directly, but I wondering where you bought this car? is it a touring?

• Re: Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage [loveprius1]

  Written by: sunshineprius on Apr 25, 2008 7:23:10 PM

  where did you get this prius please?

• Toyota Prius 2008 with #6 pckage

  Written by: loveprius1 on Apr 25, 2008 6:38:04 PM

  Hi to all, I am going to pick up my new Prius with #6 package. Paid 26,800 plus Tax. I am not sure that i got a good deal. Any other expiriance out there? Thank you.

• Re: 2008 Prius Base Package #2 Price [duffey]

  Written by: vagabondchef on Apr 22, 2008 5:44:45 PM

  I bought it from Wilde Toyota. Any other questions about the process of buying it, just ask.

• Paid $23,459.71+++ or $24,900 OTD W\Package #2

  Written by: dougpierce on Apr 16, 2008 10:15:33 PM

  Went to (Toyota of Gastonia) by Charlotte, NC and after a few trips back and forth we settled on 2008 Prius with package 2 for $24,900 out the door (all taxes & fees included). They didn't have a Prius on the lot but could get one in a day or two. We'll see if the wait's that short, but either way I don't care. I can wait and I think I ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

• Re: Bladder issue really worth getting upset over? [sherry9]

  Written by: sergelbergeron on Mar 28, 2008 12:55:51 PM

  HI I live in Canada and I own a 2005 Prius and a new 2008 with about 8,000 miles. I think I am having the same problem with both cars. It hit me worse this week because I ran out of gaz with my 08 nodel. Everytime I get down to the flashing light I do 10-15 miles and then tanl up and I find that I still had 3-4 gallons ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Prius Lease

  Written by: stormy111 on Mar 21, 2008 4:40:14 PM

  Car_Guy & Kyfdx - please do your magic. You did me well on the last lease: 2008 Prius with Package #6 & Car Mats $27,884 sticker (after $2k pkg 6 credit from Toyota) No tax in CT on Prius's $1k down, 24 month lease, $16,458 residual, 12k year $625 month It seemed high to me - I asked finance mgr. for money factor and he came up with some story about ... Read More

• Re: Package #2 quote in Philly area [jenmaryland]

  Written by: tiff_c on Mar 20, 2008 6:50:23 AM

  $22,776 I had to spend an hour at the dealership haggling back and forth to get this price, but I don't think it's very good. They want an answer by tomorrow. Any opinions? 2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) MSRP Invoice Good Price HG Package #2 $575 $518 $555 Destination Charge $660 $660 $660 Total with Options $23,710 $21,873 $23,067 I grabbed this from Edmunds option pricing ... Read More

• How about this Prius Offer in Los Angeles

  Written by: csundeal on Mar 19, 2008 5:49:19 PM

  2008 Prius pkg 6 selling price is $26,336 interest rate 5.75% term 36 months total out the door $28,800.01 Zero down your at $874.98 a month. This is for a Magnetic Grey Prius pkg 6 that I have in stock and ready for delivery. Let me know if you need any thing else. Thank you. the dealer is Miller Toyota, is this offer OK? Can anybody give me any idea? Thank ... Read More

Toyota Prius Accessories & Modifications

• Re: HELP 2008 Prius Ipod connection [dilbertic]

  Written by: cleblanc on Mar 9, 2008 3:02:27 PM

  This may be a little late but i highly recommend the one made by VAISTECH. I have the SLI unit in my 2007 Lexus ES350. They make them for Lexus and Toyota. They are a great company and it's a great product.

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Prius Package 2 for $21935.50 + sales tax

  Written by: wvmountaineer on Mar 8, 2008 10:36:06 PM

  FYI: On march 1st in Ohio, I bought a 2008 new Prius with Package 2, floor mats + full tank of gas NOT INCLUDING SALES TAX for: vehicle 21660 doc fee 250 title 15 temp tag 10.50 TOTAL $21935.50 THe car has HG package 2, HZ (cruise, etc) and Cf (carpeted mats and trunk mat.) Also a full tank of gas. I emailed about 50 dealers asked for itemized firm and ... Read More

• Maita Toyota, Sacramento, CA

  Written by: draftintrafton on Mar 4, 2008 8:09:48 AM

  Just bought a 2008 Black Prius, Package #5 + floor mats for $23,988. Made sure that the price was set through email and telephone calls before I stepped onto the lot. The buying experience was a breeze.

• Re: 2008 Prius #2 in Texas [catringos]

  Written by: alamocity on Feb 27, 2008 8:20:16 AM

  Actually the tax rate in Tx is 6.25%, you might want to check with North Park Toyota of Boerne, I've heard some good things about them on other forums.

• 2008 Prius #2 in Texas

  Written by: catringos on Feb 26, 2008 11:35:56 PM

  Hi, I can't seem to get a 2008 Package 2 Prius for less than $23k (including destination). This comes out to $25k out the door at an 8.25% tax rate. Here's where I'm having difficulty: Apparently Gulf States Toyota charges all of the dealers in TX $700 for the Toyota Marketing Fund in the invoice. I noticed in the small print that "the invoice does not reflect the dealer's ultimate vehicle ... Read More

• 2008 Prius Package #2

  Written by: pinkskim on Feb 26, 2008 6:00:41 AM

  I recently purchased a black 2008 with Package #2 for $21,900 (including destination). Tax and title and all that was additional. I purchased it at Westchester Toyota in Yonkers, NY. It helped that I had the new car buying kit from consumer reports (~$14). That printout listed invoice prices and "bottom-line" prices and the saleman brought down the price faster after I showed it to him. I think I got a ... Read More

Toyota Prius MPG-Real World Numbers

• Idle Fuel Economy

  Written by: techman41973 on Feb 21, 2008 9:54:40 PM

  I am on the road most of the time for business and I am considering a 2008 Toyota Pruis. Often my car becomes my office for up to a few hours a day. The engine must run to keep the car cool or warm, depending on the outdoor weather of the region I am in. My Accord burns about 4/10 of a gallon per hour. I would assume that the prius ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2002 prius 8,998? should I buy? need help asap [dmhull]

  Written by: fallabel on Feb 10, 2008 4:39:30 AM

  You can use the Edmunds appraisal calculator to get a gauge on how much the car should actually cost. I did this for a 2002 Prius, 130,000 miles, White, no additional options installed, and in my zip code in Maryland. It would of course be more accurate if you changed everything to represent the car you're looking at. http://www.edmunds.com/used/2002/toyota/prius/18967/options.html?tmvaction=vdpre- - sult That calculator says that the Dealer Retail price is over ... Read More

Toyota Prius Navigation System Questions

• POOR TREATMENT FROM TOYOTA CUSTOMER CARE?

  Written by: mypineprius on Feb 8, 2008 10:48:02 AM

  Well actually NO I just do not believe Toyota Customer Care? Really Cares At All! Here is a quote from a customer care? supervisor about my Continuing Input Problems with my 2008 Prius Touring Factory Navigation System 2/6/08 "Good Day Robert This is Juleesa Cabrera From Toyota Customer Care in Torrance calling. We are well aware that you are experiencing continuous problems with your factory navigation system in as much as ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: New incentives [fallabel]

  Written by: redprius on Feb 7, 2008 6:24:34 AM

  When I purchased my 2008 Prius w/.pkg.#5 from 355 Toyota in late december, I do'nt remember the invoice price. However, I paid $2400 under msrp, almost 10% off. How that relates to dealer invoice, I'm not sure. The price was at least 1200 better than my best quote prior.