Used 2011 Toyota Prius Two Hatchback Review
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does what it says it can do
greencar2, Ambler, PA, 03/20/2011
2011 Toyota Prius Two 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Vehicle was purchased mainly for fuel economy given my long daily commute. Delivered 48 mgp as measured at the pump on first tank. Driving style and accessory use make a significant diffrence in mpg. I was driving moderately with minimal use of heat, AC or lights.
Toyota has listened to various on line postings and seems to have corrected every minor thing that was wrong with the 2010 … model. Brakes work perfectly with no lag when going over bumps or pot holes in road. There is no delay as many had claimed for 2010 version.
The radio gets good reception in all bands now. Glad I waited for 2011, I never purchase a new model the first year of launch.
10K and rolling! 30K Annualized.
therealhboggs, Atmore, AL, 09/20/2011
2011 Toyota Prius Two 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Overall 49 mpg.
Oddly, the 48-51 EPA is backwards from my actual experience.
I get around 45 in town and 52-56 on the road.
Also, the onboard trip computer is approximately 5% high consistently.
Otherwise, subtract 2mpg from the computer reading and you have the more correct mpg.
Very comfortable on trips.
Totally pleased with my car.
3 Options That You Will learn To Love...
mcribs, Doylestown, PA, 09/07/2011
2011 Toyota Prius Two 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Eco , EV & Pwr...
Having owned a 09 Prius before we purchased the new 11 model I really like the 3 driving modes offered in the current offering. The older Prius offered great MPG and was confortable but you had to live with the girl you brought to the dance...No longer. All 3 driving modes serve a purpose and heres how I use them:
PWR- Sitting at a light and really need that extra … umph? PWR mode makes the dash info bar light up and will suprise you (and the car next to you) as you are launched forward with full battery/gas power with very little peddle effort...One of the features I like the MOST about the new Prius.
EV- Parking lots? Low speed situations A+
Eco- Max MPG Period 50+
Bought Prius due to high gas prices, very happy!
Brian Stover, Ecorse, MI, 08/07/2016
2011 Toyota Prius Two 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
The hybrid system has a few quirks to it, and takes a little time to acclimate to them. However, it is a very comfortable car for the money (I bought the Prius 2 trim level for $23,520). I have been very happy with fuel economy as well as performance. I am up to 69,000 miles and have only had to do regular maintenance and replace the tires. No other repairs! Oil changes are expensive due … to the synthetic oil, but I only have to have them done every 10,000 miles since I am not in a dirty environment nor fit the severe duty definition. If I compare that to 3,000 mile oil changes with regular oil, it is about the same cost, so I save by having to take it in less often. Update, I have since replaced this car with a 2015 Prius 2. This car was a rental for its first 37,600 miles. Even though newer and fewer miles, it makes more body noises (creaks, groans, rattles, wind noise) than the old one. I attribute that to the abuse that rental cars obviously get. I also suspect it got poor maintenance, as the tires were worn unevenly, it needed an alignment, and the oil was fairly brown and showed a little color after the oil change. The 2011 with 74,000 miles still has clean oil when the oil has 10,000 miles on it. Caring for a car saves money in the long run, I expect that Prius to go well over 200,000 miles since it has no problems at all at 74k. I sold it for $10,000 which is the blue book value. My 4 year newer replacement, with only 37,600 miles was only $15,350 but having been a rental it has tons of small scratches and dents, as well as a few rattles, etc. The plus of that is I don't get upset if a new scratch shows up. I will still recommend (I bought another Prius). Update August 2017: 2011 still on second set of tires at 82,000 miles, no other problems! 2015 Prius now up to 62,000 miles and is now on 2nd set of tires, no issues. Update February 2019: 2011 now has new tires and 87,000 miles (bought 2 sets of tires after original worn). Nothing else. 2015 still no problems at 78,000 miles.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Toyota Prius Two Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Superior fuel economy
- Pro:space-efficient interior
- Pro:quiet and comfortable ride
- Pro:available high-tech luxury goodies.
- Con:Awkward driving position
- Con:disappointing interior materials
- Con:overly busy gauge cluster
- Con:iPod adapter only available with navigation system.
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