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  • 2011 Prius II lease. Good deal?

    Written by: tasteckler on Dec 23, 2011 6:02:39 AM

    Below is the deal sent to me by a local Toyota dealer for a Prius II. The previous lowest quote I had gotten was $306/mo. (including 7% tax) for 39 mos. with only first payment down. This one is $268/mo. (tax included) for 39 mos. with first payment plus $21 for title fee for a total of $289 due at signing. It seems like a good deal, but I would appreciate ... Read More

Prius and filling the tank

  • Toyota Prius fuel system filling problems

    Written by: leedp on Jan 31, 2013 10:16:19 AM

    Have you had any success with Toyota Canada regarding your Prius fuel tank problem? I live in Brampton, ON and have a 2004 Prius. Around 2008 I noticed my tank not holding as much fuel and harder to fill completely. Having an extended warranty I thought if it became a real issue it would get repaired under warranty. Finally by 2011, it was only filling to 35 liters. When taken to ... Read More

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

    Written by: leedp on Jan 31, 2013 10:06:46 AM

    Hi Serge. Have you had any success with Toyota Canada regarding your Prius fuel tank problem? I live in Brampton, ON and have a 2004 Prius. Around 2008 I noticed my tank not holding as much fuel and harder to fill completely. Having an extended warranty I thought if it became a real issue it would get repaired under warranty. Finally by 2011, it was only filling to 35 liters. When ... Read More

Toyota Prius Lease Questions

  • Re: Questions about leasing a 2010/2011 Prius IV [lasaab]

    Written by: manku on Mar 15, 2011 3:44:32 PM

    Having just leased a III with NAV this past weekend here in LA, I would say you would be fortunate to get one for $400 with tax. Also, something you may not know, but Toyota doesn't include GAP insurance in their leases...you need to buy it in the finance department (or maybe your insurance company can cover you)...they charge about $15-17/month for that...so tack that on to the above payment. Good ... Read More

Toyota Prius Brake Problems

  • Re: Prius Brake issue [bigteej]

    Written by: lyanesse on Oct 16, 2012 8:11:29 AM

    I'm having the same problems with my 2011 Prius, purchased in July 2011. After only a month or so of driving it, I started to become scared daily by the unsafe driving conditions due to the car's tendency to lurch forward while braking over bumpy ground coming to a stop. It does not help to always "brake early and hard" as another poster suggested because the car simply fails to brake ... Read More

  • Re: Sudden acceleration, Prius 2011 [glenda7]

    Written by: wwest on Oct 15, 2012 10:54:12 AM

    "..sudden acceleration..." More like "lurch forward" as the regen braking is released, "wound down", during the transition to frictional braking, with all wheel "distributed" FRICTIONAL braking and ABS capability. Regen braking can be PERFECTLY "metered", fine resolution modulation, moderation, while frictional braking simply cannot be. So Toyota dare not bring on frictional braking until regen braking is mostly "wound down", the PSD has gone from regen mode (reverse[?]) to "neutral" The ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Re: 10-month old v [czar4]

    Written by: anhdao on Sep 18, 2012 1:00:38 PM

    You can try appraising your prius on Edmunds here - http://www.edmunds.com/toyota/prius/2011/tmv-appraise.html?style=101363295&sub=h- atchback#step0

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • Questionable Paint Job

    Written by: joyce_m on Sep 17, 2012 4:40:26 PM

    I recently purchased a 2011 year-end close-out Prius to replace a 2006 Prius that I purchased new and handed down to my son. I am not using my new car any differently, but I am seeing new scratches show up on a regular basis. I didn't have this problem with the 2006 Prius; the paint job on it looks practically new. I just asked the service rep at the dealer about ... Read More

  • Re: New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report [pf_flyer]

    Written by: imani2 on May 17, 2012 9:48:15 PM

    About my brand New 2010 Prius - At first it was wonderful.... I'm not sure if I'm out here alone with this problem, but on my new (25 miles) 2010 Prius the brakes are slipping when it hits a bump. When I went to the dealer, Bayridge Toyota, Brooklyn, they acted like they didn't know what I was talking about and tried to charge me 189.00 to look at the car ... Read More

2012 Prius V - likes/dislikes and cost

  • Imani1

    Written by: imani2 on May 17, 2012 9:35:52 PM

    I'm not sure if I'm out here alone with this problem, but I just bought a 2010 Prius and the brakes are slipping when it hits a bump. When I went to the dealer, Bayridge Toyota, Brooklyn, they acted like they didn't know what I was talking about and tried to charge me 189.00 to look at the car. I asked them if they had a specialist to take care of ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Re: Help in buying a 2012 Toyota Prius 3 [av8nautiger]

    Written by: goprius on Apr 30, 2012 6:22:19 AM

    av8nautiger, The price mentioned was for a 2011 Model, Prius 2. It did include a $1000 rebate from Toyota. Although the car was 2011, it was brand new with only 2 miles on the odometer. Check the Washington Post on Friday/Saturday... 355 Toyota had a Prius 2 for something like 22.8 + TTT last week... so maybe you can get similar deal on a Prius 3. We don't need leather seats ... Read More

Toyota Prius Lease Questions

  • 3 year Lease in Atlanta, Ga

    Written by: mary37 on Jan 24, 2011 6:59:02 PM

    Hello Carman, I want to lease a 2011 Prius in the Atlanta market. I would like a 3 year, 12000 mile, $0 down lease for a Prius IV. I would be appreciative for information on what I should pay per month for this? Also, I wondered what the current Toyota money factor rate would be for this lease along with the Residual? I am finding that the dealer seems to want ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • first

    Written by: cessna10 on Feb 19, 2012 6:04:26 PM

    first toyota, first Prius, first lease. 2011 Prius II, MSRP $24280.00, cash price $22280.00. I took a zero down 36 month lease, payments are $298.33 and residual is $13642.00. we have driven it about 50 miles, seems an interesting vehicle. I was told that the money factor was .0001 - not sure if that is true. silver/dark gray interior, its going to be interesting, minneapolis, MN

  • Re: Prius III - Pricing [mrp33558]

    Written by: tomwins on Feb 19, 2012 11:09:38 AM

    We are in San Diego. Yesterday we picked up a 2011 Prius III with Navigation, solar panel, moon roof, and KARR anti-theft alarm for $27,515 out the door. The KARR was originally $800 and was already on the car so we told them to remove it. By the time we got to reviewing the options, the KARR was down to $405 so we kept it. The one thing we did not ... Read More

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • 2011 Prius II Door closing sound

    Written by: goprius on Mar 26, 2012 7:12:55 PM

    I have a Toyota Camry. When you close the driver's door, it makes this nice thoomp sound. Our new Prius doesn't make the same sound. There's sort of a kind of metal sound when I close the door. I took it in for service, and they said it's normal. For those of you who have a Prius, how does your door sound when you close it?

Toyota Prius MPG-Real World Numbers

  • Re: new 2011 Prius II [goprius]

    Written by: hansjh on Mar 18, 2012 6:30:27 AM

    I have done this for the last 13000 miles (bought it new). On average, my calculated mpg are about 3 less than Toyota calc's when measuring just one tanks worth. (Your Trip A) I get anywhere from 51 to 48. (Significantly lower in winter when temp is down). My longterm (your Trip b) measures 51.8 over last 13000 miles, but calculated it is more like 49.2. Toyota does not calculate averages ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Re: New 2011 Prius II [jsct]

    Written by: goprius on Mar 16, 2012 8:26:08 PM

    @jsct, The MSRP was originally 24,848. That of course, includes the $750 freight charge. They also included carpet mats and the rear bumper Prius applique. (I had no choice there). The price before taxes, title, tags and $200 processing fee was 21,980. Toyota was running a $1000 rebate in the Mid-Atlantic states, so the advertised price came out to 20,980 before TTT. The TOTAL price of the vehicle was $21,957. I'm ... Read More

  • 2012 Prius anyone?

    Written by: quattro on Jan 9, 2012 9:47:38 PM

    Anyone getting 2012 Prius? I am in San Fran and there is no 2012 yet. Worse yet even the dealers don't know when they are going to get 2012s. I cannot understand why Toyota is not putting 2012 prius on the market yet. Hello Toyota, the new year is long gone and its now 2012. What are they thinking? How hard is it to change the model year when all is ... Read More

  • New 2011 Prius II

    Written by: goprius on Mar 16, 2012 8:52:20 AM

    On Feb 16, 2012, the total price (includes freight, taxes, title) was only $21,980 (Washington, DC area) This did include the $1000 rebate that Toyota was offering. There was no trade-in. This was a steal of a deal! This was a brand new car with an odometer reading of 1 mile.

  • S E US Dealers advertising 20% off BUT!

    Written by: subjective on Mar 8, 2012 7:25:16 AM

    AS I posted earlier in the purchase of our 2011 Prius lll where our dealer advertised 20% off on all 2011 prius in stock(they had 21), but to get this 20%off they required the car be financed through Southeast Toyota Distributers at an inflated above market interest rate or else pay a fee of $2000. if the buyer pays cash or will arranges their own financing. I complained about this deceptive ... Read More

Toyota Prius Lease Questions

  • 2012 Prius II Lease Incentives

    Written by: masterfaldo on Mar 2, 2012 5:38:11 PM

    Hi Car Man, I saw an incentive Lease on the Toyota site for 2011's but nothing currently for 2012's in my area (Oregon). Looks like current incentives go through 03/05 so I am assuming updates on 03/06. Any insight as to any new lease factors on the 2012's? I got quotes from 3 different dealerships but all were very high payments (like $300 per month with $2500 down), even though prices ... Read More

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • Re: This car has been a nightmare! [lowflyer1]

    Written by: subjective on Feb 7, 2012 9:25:02 AM

    I know that there is a SB about a design problem in the intake manifold causing noise during cold temp start ups caused by water build up from frozen condensation melt, but not a recall to the best of my knowledge. I recently found out from a Toyota service source that a production change for this problem is on our 2011 lll built in Oct. 2011. I believe an engine mount ... Read More

Toyota Prius

  • Re: Difficult..... [50orbetter]

    Written by: bobw3 on Jan 28, 2012 8:02:52 PM

    All cars get less MPG in the winter, not just the prius. And don't forget diesel fuel costs more. Also, according to fuelseconomy.gov, jetta diesel owners in 2011 averaged 43 vs 49 mpg for the prius. http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=30919&id=30656 41mpg with the jetta wagon and 39mpg with and auto transmission. Plus I'd take the reliability of a toyota over a VW any day.

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • New 2011 Prius 5

    Written by: willieg4 on Jan 26, 2012 3:50:45 PM

    Picked up my Silver 5 right after Thanksgiving. Deal was OK, car is great. Zero issues, however, I have not tried to push the brake and accelerator at the same time...yet. You can bet I will on my next venture on a clear road to gain that experience. Some times I two foot drive and I can read that this may not be the best practice with Toyotas. I installed a ... Read More

  • Re: This car has been a nightmare! [lowflyer1]

    Written by: subjective on Jan 24, 2012 2:23:48 PM

    I believe you should study over the lemon law of your state. In Florida the lemon law works and it very likely will work for you. If I were you, I would go for a replacement car from Toyota. The problems on unintended engine shut down occurred on a 2 day loaner of a new 2011 Prius ll from the service dept while our Tundra was being serviced. Dec. 19 we ... Read More

  • This car has been a nightmare!

    Written by: nv2011 on Jan 23, 2012 4:36:00 PM

    A few weeks after we purchased the 2011 Prius the car’s engine stopped running while I was on the highway with no warning. Toyota disregarded my complaint and told me they could not replicate the problem. Next, the car made a metallic banging noise when I started the engine. The motor mount was replaced and Toyota says they are aware of the problem and cannot guarantee this will permanently fix the ... Read More

  • 2011 Prius IV 2000 mile report

    Written by: lowflyer1 on Jan 10, 2012 6:25:16 PM

    We bought our Prius back in November 2011 and now have just over 2000 miles on it. So far, it's a mostly good report. We love the car, it's amazingly smooth riding for such a small car -- heck, it's a better ride than the 2005 Odyssey we traded in on it, which was a far better ride than the Cadillac I had before that. I am very impressed with the ... Read More

  • New 2011 prius lll

    Written by: subjective on Jan 10, 2012 10:17:57 AM

    I'm happy to report that we purchased a new Prius lll Dec. 19, 2011 and it is working out well for our use of family errands. Milage indicated has been from 55 mpg on secondary highways at 50 to 65 mph down to 45 mpg at 70 to 75 mph. Earlier I posted concern about a new 2011 Prius ll loaned to us while our Tundra was being serviced in which ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • 2011 Toyota Prius

    Written by: phillyguy6 on Dec 30, 2011 8:40:50 PM

    Purchased a 2011 Prius II today for $23,500 OTD. The best deal I was coming across were ~$23,000 OTD on advertised specials (on specific cars in the dealer' inventory). I didn't have the patience to chase them down (dealers start playing games on what's available or not, etc.). This was in the Peninsula in SF Bay Area.

  • Excessive add on fees in Florida

    Written by: subjective on Dec 29, 2011 11:52:06 AM

    On 19 Dec 2011 I purchased for my wife a 2011 prius three hatch in which our dealer advertised 20 % off any prius in stock(they had 21). This came out to $21,081 from a MSRP total monroney sticker price of $26,353. I asked our salesman to take me directly to the general sales mgr. in which I informed him that I would be paying cash in the form of a ... Read More

  • Re: 2011 Prius III price [drivingmaine]

    Written by: amitb1 on Dec 26, 2011 9:09:19 AM

    I just got a Prius II deal from Hayward Toyota for $21k (before tax and licensing) Tax and Licensing adds up to $2K so it came out at $23K OTD. There is plenty of ads in the news paper these days from dealers wanting to sell the Prius II with that price. I would have gone for Prius III but they charge $1K more for Bluetooth and JBL stereo which I ... Read More

  • Re: 2011 Prius III price [david6]

    Written by: david6 on Dec 21, 2011 12:12:00 PM

    Oh, the deal came from Toyota West in Statesville, NC.

  • 2011 Prius 2 in Lynchburg,Va

    Written by: slcoates on Nov 30, 2011 9:26:27 PM

    Just bought a 2011 prius 2, blizzard pearl, floor mats $23,000 total invoice 24,150 out the door Did not take the $ grand off, going with 0% interest for 60 months. also good trade price, nothing like helping the folks make their month. Very happy with my local dealership, never bought new from in town but prices seemed fair! Good job Berglund Toyota Visited dealership to ck out the Prius V[very ... Read More

  • 2011 Prius 2 in Atlanta

    Written by: dblm on Nov 30, 2011 8:50:58 PM

    I just bought a 2011 Prius 2 (no options/accessories but with Toyoguard Elite) at World Toyota north of Atlanta for $23,500 drive-out. They also gave me a very fair price on my trade-in.

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • Re: UNINTENDED ENGINE SHUTDOWN [subjective]

    Written by: lowflyer1 on Nov 28, 2011 4:32:29 PM

    I can't say for sure but I'd bet this "safety feature" is a Toyota self-defense response to the government's unwarranted attack on the company a while back during the GM/Chrysler nationalization mess. Toyota was doing too much business and was now in competition with the govt, so they used every dirty trick in the book to try to handicap them. I didn't closely follow the incidents where Priuses allegedly ran away ... Read More

  • UNINTENDED ENGINE SHUTDOWN

    Written by: subjective on Nov 28, 2011 10:38:29 AM

    I can now answer my own question. Toyota's official line is that this "engine shut down feature" started to be implemented in late 2010 and 2011. All 2012 Toyota's will have this feature. Toyota tells me that the 2011 and 2012 Prius cars completely shut off the engine when both the brake and accelerator are applied at the same time. In all other Toyota vehicles when both the brake and accelerator ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • 2011 Prius leasing deal

    Written by: slickdonkey on Nov 26, 2011 12:27:25 PM

    I'm thinking of trading in my old 97 Camry for a Prius leasing deal. Would appreciate it if anyone could comment on whether it's an ok deal. I've never leased before and have never had a Prius. It doesn't have to be the absolute most-awesome deal ever, I just want to make sure I'm not getting ripped, missing something, or not reading between the lines. Thank you! "Lease a remaining new ... Read More

  • Re: N.Cal pricing? [jsp9999]

    Written by: ba_musket on Nov 22, 2011 10:03:43 PM

    Could you share the details of your quote? Prius Model? Equipment Options? Is this price + TTL or Out The Door? etc. I've been to Capitol and Piercey Toyota just browsing around. They both have plenty of Prius 2011 to choose from. Good deal to be had on Black Friday? :-)

New Prius Owners - Give Us Your Report

  • Unintended engine shut down

    Written by: subjective on Nov 17, 2011 8:43:35 AM

    This seems to me the only appropriate forum to post on. While out Tundra was serviced, the dealer service dept. loaned to us for two days a new 2011 prius with only 60 miles. An alert salesman warned us that if you touch the accelerator and brake at the same time, the Engine will shut off. Sure enough as my wife was backing out of a parking space into the road ... Read More

  • got kids? got a Prius V?

    Written by: steve_ on Nov 10, 2011 11:40:07 AM

    A reporter is interested in talking with parents who own a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, Mazda 3, Chevy Cruze Eco, Honda Civic Hybrid, Chevy Sonic, Honda CR-V, Toyota Camry and Toyota Prius V. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to pr@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 30, 2011 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Re: Prius II in Southern CA $21450 [saidiadude]

    Written by: saidiadude on Nov 4, 2011 11:35:28 AM

    Claremont Toyota has an ad for the Prius II at $20,288 after $500 Military Rebate and $750 Toyota Lease Loyalty cash (don't know what this is): link. Last week Toyota of Orange had 15 Prius II for $20,999 after $500 Military Rebate (or $21,500 for the rest of us - still pretty good). Truecar is giving me prices of $22,000, so 2011 prices are coming down pretty fast.

  • press request

    Written by: kirstie_h on Oct 31, 2011 10:33:46 AM

    A reporter is interested in talking with owners of a 2012 Toyota Prius V who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to pr@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 4, 2011 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren.

  • Re: Sales figures for September 2011 [saidiadude]

    Written by: saidiadude on Oct 12, 2011 11:42:23 AM

    The incentives have started. In Southern CA, Toyota is offering 0% APR for 36 months on various vehicles (Prius is one of them). Offer ends 10/31 but it wouldn't surprise me if they extended it till the end of the year. 2012 Prius will be in dealer lots in early January, so expect Toyota to ramp up incentives from now till end of December.

  • 2011 Toyota Prius 2 out the door price in Chicago or Quadcities area

    Written by: mrhyd1 on Sep 23, 2011 8:51:35 PM

    I am looking for 2011 Prius2 in Chicago or Quadcities area and I need to know the best price if any have purchased recently in this area? I live in Bettendorf,IA and I dont mind going to Chicago if I can save 1000-1500$ than my local dealer price. My local dealer quoted $24969 "outthedoor" price for prius 2.If anyone have purchased recently from this area , please let me know the ... Read More

  • Re: Do you feel the market price for Prius is attractive? [torr310]

    Written by: saidiadude on Sep 20, 2011 2:09:23 PM

    I agree that most dealers have been stubbornly holding their prices at close to MSRP. This is starting to change for the reasons you've mentioned. Inventory seems to be building on the lots. Also, there are LOTS of hybrid models coming on the market in the next few months e.g. just from Toyota, we can expect over the next 3 months: Prius 2012 revamped, Prius V (wagon), etc. Claremont Toyota locally ... Read More

  • Re: California State Fees Question 2011 Prius II [rzod]

    Written by: saidiadude on Sep 12, 2011 11:41:59 AM

    In 2007, we bought a 4cyl Silver Camry LE from Claremont Toyota. Our breakdown was: - 17,977 LE Automatic (with CF mats) - 55 Doc Fees - 1487.64 Tax - 116 Lic Fees - 64 Reg - 8.75 CA Tire fees (?) Total: $19708.39 out the door Please post your numbers when you finalize the deal. Knowledge is power for all of us!

  • Re: 2011 Prius II [sleong23]

    Written by: jayrider on Aug 23, 2011 1:20:42 PM

    My genuine factory Toyota extended warranty cost $651 for 75k zero deductible. There are several Toyota dealers who will sell you that online. I just had my selling dealer match the price. You can cancel and rebuy. Search the prius forums on edmunds for details.

  • Re: 2011 Prius II [klin]

    Written by: sleong23 on Aug 23, 2011 11:37:01 AM

    I just bought a Prius III with Nav & back camera $26,209. It is a good price. Dealer also offer Extended Warranty to me $1500 for 75K /miles and $1800 for Road Service. I also add $800 for Alarm system. Added up about $32K.. It is located in Milpitas Toyota.

  • Prius II for $25K OTD

    Written by: saidiadude on Aug 21, 2011 1:13:19 PM

    I was offered a new 2011 Prius II for about $25K out the door in Southern California (LA county). Barcelona Red, Gray interior. Anyone else get a similar deal recently? I've noticed that the Toyota dealer lots are filling up again after the supply chain disruption following the Tsunami. Quite a few more Prii now, but mostly in Silver, White or Beige colors. Dealers have also started advertising "specials" for the ... Read More

  • press request

    Written by: kirstie_h on Jul 5, 2011 1:32:41 PM

    A reporter seeks to interview someone in the market for a new Toyota Prius who cannot find one on dealer lots. Please email pr@edmunds.com no later than Thursday, July 7, 2011 with your daytime contact information if you care to share your story.

  • Re: 2011 Prius II [klin]

    Written by: sjawahrani on Apr 26, 2011 6:38:44 PM

    Thank, It's Toyota Sunnyvale.

  • Re: 2011 Prius II [sjawahrani]

    Written by: klin on Apr 25, 2011 4:27:26 PM

    Yes, price has gone up. I just got Prius III around $25K with basic options. Try truecar.com for comparison. Which dealership is that? I bought from Toyota Sunnyvale which seems to be fair and reasonable.

  • 2011 Prius II

    Written by: sjawahrani on Apr 25, 2011 1:40:19 PM

    Hello, I am looking at Prius II in No calif. I was quoted $23,500. Is it a good deal? I was quoted $22750 about a month ago and but couldn't pull the trigger. Does Toyota have any financing option? Thanks

  • Bought a new Prius 3 last week.

    Written by: steversk on Apr 4, 2011 6:03:28 PM

    Just bought a 2011 Prius 3 last seekend. Bought it through the Costco program at Hollywood Toyota. Got $500 of the list of $25240. From what I hear, because of the potential shortage most dealers are doing full list or more. Talked to my salesman 1 week later and they have discontinued the Costco discounts. They normally have about 150 Prius in stock, but are down to less than 70.

  • Re: prius II (either 2010 or 2011 new) [priusbayarea]

    Written by: juliannm on Mar 8, 2011 5:03:55 PM

    Toyota dealer in Doraville Ga

Toyota Prius Brake Problems

  • Re: Prius Brakes issue [masterpanda]

    Written by: regman17 on Feb 27, 2011 1:32:53 PM

    The basic design of the 2011 brake system is the same but you don't know what they may have done internally to the parts or software. The Toyota service part number for the 2011 is different than the 2010.

  • Re: Prius brake problem fix [cgolliher]

    Written by: regman17 on Feb 24, 2011 6:03:37 PM

    For those of you that don't know, Toyota changed the brake system for the 2010 model year to a completely new design. You can't compare it with previous model years as the system works differently. I have driven the 2010 Prius before and after the software "fix" and agree the problem was not fixed. I also think it is interesting that there are over 800 brake related complaints filed at NHTSA ... Read More

Toyota Prius Lease Questions

  • Walt - Can you give me some Money Factors /Residuals

    Written by: nlproductions on Dec 13, 2010 2:19:59 PM

    Hi Walt, I was wondering if you might be able to give me some information on the Prius lease special that is currently advertised on the 2010 Prius. Is it better to take advantage of this deal or wait on the 2011 since the residual will be higher? Is it on all Trim packages? I would probably want the V trim package but not any options since Toyota doesn't residualize them. ... Read More

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Will price drop further after release of 2011 models?

    Written by: ocsteven on Jul 27, 2010 4:19:58 PM

    I'm ready to purchase a 2010 Prius II with no extras. Current price in the forum is around $21,450, or around $750 below invoice. Toyota is also offering 2.9% APR for 60 months with 2 yr free maintenance. I'm wondering if the price on 2010s will drop further after the release of the 2011 model ? Should I go ahead and buy them now or wait till October ? Thanks for ... Read More

2010 Prius - Next Generation

  • 2011 Prius

    Written by: mapleleave on Jun 25, 2010 7:02:45 PM

    It is now going to be end of this year for 2011. Since it was launched early 2010, that is almost two years for 2010 MY. I am wondering, with Nissan Leaf and GM Volt coming out, will Toyota add Plug-in to 2011 as a surprise?!

Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

  • Re: When will Toyota start building the 2011 Prius? [pixelrogue]

    Written by: encinla on May 23, 2010 1:54:49 PM

    Just curious where you heard this about sunroof. I am shopping for Prius now, willing to pay for BlueTooth and better sound system but don't want Nav, etc. that comes with sunroof. I don't know if my current car will last me through Oct. though! Thanks.

  • Re: When will Toyota start building the 2011 Prius? [johnxyz]

    Written by: pixelrogue on Apr 21, 2010 6:57:29 PM

    Oct. 2010. Rumored to be able to order sunroof w/o having to purchase all the extra bs.

  • Re: When will Toyota start building the 2011 Prius? [johnxyz]

    Written by: richiehnt101 on Apr 7, 2010 7:03:31 PM

    you might want to think if it is just a software problem with the brakes then all a car would need is a software update just like a computer does. Since it was just redesigned, I don't believe Toyota would have had the time to develop a new regen braking system, test it out, manufacture it, and have them ready for 2011. So whether you get a 2010 or 2011 it ... Read More

  • Re: When will Toyota start building the 2011 Prius? [johnxyz]

    Written by: johnxyz on Apr 7, 2010 7:12:10 AM

    Anyone? June, September ,December? I'm trying to plan the selling of my car and I want a 2011 Prius - gotta think the problem w/ the braking s/w would be resolved w/. the new models rather then getting a 2010 today. Thanks

  • When will Toyota start building the 2011 Prius?

    Written by: johnxyz on Apr 5, 2010 9:18:03 AM

    Does anyone know when the 2011 Prius will hit dealers? Is it a safe bet that all 2011 with have the brake s/w fix? Thanks

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

  • Golf/Prius restraining ratio, maybe 100:1 ?

    Written by: elias on Feb 11, 2010 4:50:37 AM

    technically you have a great point backy ! The sample size of usa golf tdis is necessarily small so far. Let's hope there will be lots more for 2011 model year. Sample size of Priusesesesse is enormous, and people aren't liking them so much now that toyota is trying to rectify their intracranial problems. There are probably just a few hundred Golf TDI in the USA now? Maybe each dealer gets ... Read More

Prius ECM problems! Please advise!

  • Re: Prius ECM Problems [dmathews3]

    Written by: stevegold on Sep 27, 2009 9:22:53 AM

    There have been a number of problems like this reported over the years. I had to have a new screen/odometer installed, a new fuel line and gas tank, and a few other major TSB's, all under warrantee. A number of Prius' just stopped on the highway (software/sensor problem) but I have not had any problem that wasn't already a TSB. I am waiting until the 2011 or late 2010 for a ... Read More

Toyota Prius vs VW Golf TDI

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

    Written by: backy on Sep 18, 2009 8:29:46 PM

    According to Japan’s Nikkei, Toyota has put its U.S. Prius production plans on hold. The most popular hybrid in the world was slated to begin production in Mississippi in 2010, but those plans have now been pushed back to 2011 at the earliest. http://www.leftlanenews.com/toyota-delays-us-prius-production-plans.html Why should it make any difference where the Golf is built? It doesn't in general. The only thing about where the Golf is built that is relevant ... Read More

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

    Written by: gagrice on Sep 18, 2009 7:53:41 PM

    I think you are trying to play verbal games which is fine. But I don't see any data that says Toyota will build anything in their Tupelo plant in 2011. All I see is it is on hold. June 10, 2009 Toyota broke ground on the $1.3 billion Tupelo plant in 2006 to produce Highlander crossovers. Last summer the automaker delayed the project and then later changed plans to produce the ... Read More

  • Re: C4C's impact on diesel sales [ruking1]

    Written by: backy on Sep 18, 2009 5:52:41 PM

    Let's see, I tell you Golf's are made in Wolfsburg Germany and have no economic reason to be made in TN and out of left field, you are asking where I see Golf's will be made in TN??? Ah,... no !!?? Call me crazy, but I was just thinking that, this being a Golf vs. Prius discussion and all, that your comments about the TN plant might have something to do ... 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

  • Re: Stale News [gagrice]

    Written by: ruking1 on Sep 12, 2009 9:40:43 AM

    Folks like dewey and John1701a probably finds counterpoints absolutely galling !! I am sure they would support the concept of an ANTI diesel CZAR !? The edmunds.com piece indicates there might be an app $7,000 premium over the Jetta TDI (certainly there is a range). @2.93 (current diesel prices vs RUG @3.07) , that $7k premium would buy 2,389 gals of D2 fuel, or @ 40 mpg, 95,563 miles more. Since ... Read More

Toyota Prius Navigation System Questions

  • Re: 2004 PRIUS GPS [dwight5]

    Written by: navguy1 on Sep 1, 2009 3:40:59 PM

    Toyota just released the new V9.1 DVD map disc. I picked up mine for $199! I bought one 2 years ago for $265. I also got the part numbers for all of the Prius years: Toyota Part # Part # disc Year 86271-GEN04-09 86271-33049 2004-2005 86271-GEN05-09 86271-53024 2006-2009 86271-GEN06-09 86271-73011 2010-2011

Toyota Prius vs VW Golf TDI

  • Re: Anecdotal Experience [moparbad]

    Written by: ruking1 on Aug 13, 2009 5:41:25 PM

    I for one am looking forward to the roll out of the GTD either the 2010/2011. Initial indications are @ $18,000. Till that time the only thing that is close and might be off topic is the 2009 Jetta TDI. While we get 39-45 mpg, that has been in break in mode . In some respects the engines (Prius/TDI) are not in the ball park. As such, the reality is more ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

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

    Written by: dodgeman07 on Jan 18, 2009 4:47:33 PM

    kdhspyder wrote: Others like me are not interested in a compact vehicle at any price or fuel saving. I agree with this statement but many use Hybrids as their 2nd car. Myself? The Insight is too small for me being a single owner of one vehicle. I would consider a Prius but can't justify $26-28K for the gain over a non-hybrid at $20-$22K. My brother-in-law however, planned to buy an '09 ... Read More

  • swap-out for Li-Ion batteries in the future

    Written by: larsb on Jan 13, 2009 7:17:17 AM

    VERY COOL news This is very cool news. Today at the North American International Automotive Show, in Detroit, Toyota announced that later this year, it will release a version of the Prius hybrid car whose battery can be recharged from an ordinary power outlet. By moving up the delivery data of the plug-in vehicle--originally scheduled for 2010--Toyota has slipped ahead of GM, whose Chevy Volt plug-in is promised for late 2010. ... Read More

  • Re: 2009 Prius [lotusfan]

    Written by: kdhspyder on Jul 9, 2008 10:52:48 AM

    I agree but for those who are desperately seeking a plugin it's not too much of a stretch if the warranties are similar in length. The Volt has already been announced at coming to market in the $40000 range. But....there's a huge unmentioned factor in this. GM has been working the halls of Congress to get a significant tax break credit for all plugins and EREVs. By announcing that they plan ... Read More

  • 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

  • Re: 2009 [xhe518]

    Written by: kdhspyder on Feb 21, 2008 5:26:18 PM

    Toyota is notoriously zipped-lipped about new offerings unless it suits their purposes to generate new interest. The Prius has a very very loyal owner/fan base that's chomping at the bit to get some tidbit of real data on the next generation. All that Toyota has said is that they decided to delay implementation of the Li-Ion batteries until more validations could be done. I believe that they stated these would be ... Read More

Toyota Camry Hybrid vs Toyota Prius

  • Re: Prius vs Camry [lzc]

    Written by: wvgasguy on Jan 20, 2008 7:21:47 AM

    Why drop it? I thought I saw where Toyota planned for every vehicle in the lineup to have a hybrid option by 2011. I'm waiting on the Sequoia with a diesel hybrid system. Hope they are listening. I'll put money down now.

What to expect from the next model year Prius

  • Residual after 3 yrs for cars bought in 2004 and those on sale today

    Written by: nm_socal on Sep 4, 2007 4:00:50 AM

    Friends: This does not seem to make sense. New cars are going for $21-25k, while used ones from 2004 with comparable options are being listed in autotraders within $17-22k range. This makes the 3-yr residual for cars bought in 2004 at over 80%. That seems believable for a Toyota (or a Honda for that matter). But why is the residual value on new Prius's as low as 52-54% (as reported by ... Read More

2004-2009 Toyota Prius Prices Paid and Buying Experience

  • Resale price of 2004 Prius vs Residual value for new Prius

    Written by: nm_socal on Sep 4, 2007 3:58:38 AM

    Friends: This does not seem to make sense. New cars are going for $21-25k, while used ones from 2004 with comparable options are being listed in autotraders within $17-22k range. This makes the 3-yr residual for cars bought in 2004 at over 80%. That seems believable for a Toyota (or a Honda for that matter). But why is the residual value on new Prius's as low as 52-54% (as reported by ... Read More

  • Re: Toyota Prius: Prices Paid & Buying Experiences [jprice]

    Written by: cruising7388 on Feb 12, 2007 4:39:37 PM

    As a matter of fact, you are quite correct. Here is the pertinent paragraph from the Calif DMV Hybrid page: The 85,000 Clean Air Vehicle Stickers (yellow) that VC §5205.5 allows for hybrid vehicles have been assigned. Original Clean Air Stickers will no longer be issued to hybrids; however, substitute stickers may be issued if the original is damaged. All Clean Air Stickers remain with the vehicle they were originally issued ... Read More

What to expect from the next model year Prius

  • 2009 maybe too early for new Prius

    Written by: ck90211 on Aug 29, 2006 11:08:07 AM

    I think 2010 or later is more realistic. Few reasons. (1) Upcoming hybrids (TCH, Sienna, RAV4, Sequoia?, 4Runner?) will eat up all capacity/manpower of Toyota suppliers. So very tough to introduce another technology/platform. Not to mention potential quality problem. (2) Even though Prius II is 4 years old, it is still new in much of Asia/Europe who are paying $$$ for gas. So what Americans don't buy Asians/Europeans will gladly buy ... Read More

  • Re: Plugging in [larsb]

    Written by: stevedebi on Aug 25, 2006 4:54:07 PM

    "they are talking about the Prius AFTER this current generation - they have to be. Toyota would not allow the Prius to go from 2003 to 2010 or 2011 without a re-design. " There have been recent media reports that Toyota is delaying the next generation of their models to try and tighten up the quality controls, due to the recent spate of recalls experienced by the company. However I think ... Read More

  • Re: Plugging in [michael2003]

    Written by: larsb on Aug 25, 2006 3:28:21 PM

    they are talking about the Prius AFTER this current generation - they have to be. Toyota would not allow the Prius to go from 2003 to 2010 or 2011 without a re-design. The next gen Prius is expected for 2009, then maybe they make plug-in an option in 2011.

  • Re: Plugging in [michael2003]

    Written by: michael2003 on Aug 25, 2006 3:15:27 PM

    I found the following on the CalCars website: The [Prius] redesign is likely for the 2010 or 2011 model year. The next generation probably will have plug-in capability, as in letting you plug it in to your house's grid to recharge and allowing you to drive on full electricity for the first 40 or so miles. It also may have a rheostat so drivers can select a performance or fuel-economy mode. ... Read More

Toyota Prius

  • Re: Higher than MSRP is not good in the long run [larsb]

    Written by: gagrice on Oct 13, 2004 12:06:24 PM

    It might be a VERY SMALL number, but I'd bet at least SOME of the Prius shoppers who were hit with higher than MSRP numbers in an attempt to buy a Prius went to another car maker (Honda probably) to shop. I just pulled up the TMV for various dealers from San Diego to Rochester, NY and a 2005 Prius package # 6 is selling at $28,466. That is $2011 over ... Read More

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