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Though basic, small and no frills its worth having
feline143, 09/14/2018
2014 Toyota Prius c One 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Great commuter car. Not much storage space. Ok comfortwise, but fabulous in gas mileage. It does depend on how you drive it what MPG you'll get. Surprisingly zippy for a economy car. People are always surprised when I pass them, especially on hills. Braking system takes a little getting used to. It doesn't feel like any other car I've driven. Super reliable. I've had mine for 2 and a half years. It was a rental car before I bought it used at about 47K miles. I now have just over 100K on it. Check engine light only ever came on once, about a year ago. Some kind of sensor went bad but I don't recall what it was. I could still drive it normally but I didn't want to put off fixing, just in case. $200 repair, no biggie. Other than that its all been regular maintenance. I'm selling it now because I need more space but boy am I ever going to miss that gas mileage!
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great choice for cheapos like me
kristen, 06/10/2018
2013 Toyota Prius c One 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
my sole purpose was to find a car that made my 160 mile daily commute affordable - done deal! the car is cute, affordable, and regularly gets over 45 mpg.
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This ain't no Yaris!!!
Charles G, 07/16/2016
updated 01/21/2020
2013 Toyota Prius c Two 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I rented a Yaris for week in California and it felt cheap, ran noisily and definitely suffered from wind noise. But I did like the subcompact size of it. So my fear when test driving a used 2013 Prius C (30k miles) was that it would have these same problems. Wrong! The Prius C is much more solidly built and does not feel like a tin can. While the interior for the Prius C 2 is indeed plastic (with unfortunately, cloth side door armrests which stain easily), they've done a great job with a blue/back color combo in my silver C2. I was surprised that, though lower to the ground, the wind noise was less than my more cavernous 2001 Toyota Highlander that I traded it for. I could tell that it didn't have the power of my Highlander's 2.5 litre engine, so I haven't taken as many chances with it whipping in and out of daily traffic. But I find it peppy enough, even when entering freeways. The seats are comfortable though a bit firm (I got a special seating pad for longer trips). I love all the onboard electronic screen that allows you to geek out if you wish (I usually keep it on the screen that tells me my average mpg). And to tell you at the end of trip how many pennies your trip cost (often getting 50+ mpg in the city especially in stop/go traffic).The trunk space over my Highlander has taken some getting used to. And I can't fold the backseats completely down unless the back seat headrests are (easily) removed). Speaking of interior size, I am 5'9" with long legs and I'm comfortable in the drivers seat. A friend who is over 6' was surprised at the leg/headroom in the back seat. You really can't tell from the outside of the car. One drawback in the rear seating: The car's electric battery sits below the left passenger's seat. The grill below seat that keeps the battery cool; it cannot be blocked by packages, long skirts, etc. Overall, this is a fun car to drive, MPG is insane, and it's pretty darn cute. Love the built-in bluetooth, auto climate control and an insanely good sound system that rival the Bose system in my Highlander (though it has some challenges with really heavy bass). For my lifestyle, I made just the right choice. UPDATE: I've now owned my Prius C for more than 6 months and continue to love it. I have now driven it for one 5- and one 6-hour one-way trips, respectively, and I was very pleased with the comfort and lack of wind noise. And I've gone as high as 62 miles per gallon. I learned from the dealer when I took it in for it's 5k checkup that oil is changed every 10k. I also had a passenger over 6' sit in the front and back seats. He said both were very comfortable, citing that the back seat gave him more headroom. I'm still not sure if the Eco Mode is a gimmick or not. I do not keep it on for freeway driving because I feel it makes a slightly discernable grinding noise. I've sometimes had pairing problems with the bluetooth, but not sure if it's my phone or the car's bluetooth. The interior goodies like auto climate control, bluetooth, and a killer sound system for an economy car is icing on the cake for one helluva car. ONE YEAR UPDATE: I'm still enjoying my Prius C and pimped my ride a bit with a bra, black/red wheel covers and tinted windows. I have taken a few long road trips like an 18-hour RT ATL-Richmond, VA (and spent $72 on gas RT). Surprisingly comfortable. The Prius C doesn't seem to do well gas mileage-wise when idling in traffic with the A/C on; I get as little as 19 MPG, the equivalent of my 2001 Toyota Highlander that I traded it in for when the car. So, I run the A/C as little as possible when in stop and go traffic. I've also noticed in stop and go traffic the engine sometimes revs and I always fear the car will accelerate on its own. It never does and my Toyota repair person said he had a Prius that did the same thing (he had a long explanation but my eyes glazed over). Also, the car still has no dents in the sides from cars opening the doors too wide in parking lots. An unexpected benefit of having a subcompact car! TWO YEAR UPDATE: I revved it up on the highway and a friend asked if the car needed a checkup due to the noisy engine. I told her that's what you get with a 4 cylinder! The car itself is still going strong. I've gone on several trips 6+ hours in length and enjoyed. I have a drawback in owning a subcompact though: larger vehicles don't respect or act like they see you! THREE YEAR UPDATE: Gas mileage, though still good, started slipping. I traded it in at 62k miles for a 2019 Kiro Niro S Hybrid. The reason? Ultimately, I didn't feel safe in this subcompact (and perhaps in any subcompact). Larger vehicles really don't see or respect you. The second reason was merely a lifestyle shift: I wanted something sportier, more pep and with all the latest bells and whistles. But I do miss the gas mileage I was getting in my Prius C. Like all my relationships, it was fun while it lasted!
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It is what it is
mgoods24, 02/20/2014
2013 Toyota Prius c Two 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have owned my PC2 for 6 months now and have put just over 7k on it. I purchased it to be my commuter vehicle. I wanted something simple, reliable, and efficient. The PC is all of that. My wife and I took it on a 1500 mile road trip and found it more than comfortable enough for two people and gear. The only disappointments I have with it are some rattles coming from inside the dash and I have not achieved the fuel economy numbers others have mentioned. Averaging 44-45 over the life of the car. This is a small complaint since very few vehicles can get that on their best day. *Note to residents of colder climates. I notice about a 10% drop in fuel economy under 40 degrees F.
A tale of two cars
DJC, 11/21/2015
2014 Toyota Prius c Two 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
We are previous owners of the regular Prius lift back. When it came to get another Prius the C caught our eye. The interior was comfortable for a small car and we got a good deal. Around town the car is great. It's nimble and fun. Also it's very easy to park. Breaks are responsive as well. On the highway however, the car struggles mightily. It's difficult to pass or accelerate uphill without flooring it. Everything else is fine. The seats are comfy, the car looks good inside and out, mileage can't be beat, and the handling is enjoyable. An upgraded infotainment system would be nice. If you do mostly city driving it's a great little runabout.
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