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scro, 01/04/2003
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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01' vehicle purchased was manufactured 05/00 and presently has 34,000 miles. Toyota servicing of vehicle is good and everything is covered, including tires and oil changes. About 1/2 the fuel efficiency in first 5 minutes of driving. In longer commutes fuel economy increases significantly. Excellant acceleration due to extra 70 horsepower electric engine that will simmultaneously engage with 1.5 liter gas engine. Car will run over 100 mph even on an uphill incline. Best tank of gas went 630 miles or about 57mpg. The extra weight of car due to hybrid technology makes car ride like a larger car and has good manuverability even at faster speeds.
Drives just like a normal 5 person sedan
charliej0hns0n, 02/26/2003
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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You never have to plug it in. This car is fast, safe, reliable and fun to drive. It seats five persons. It handles just like a normal five person sedan but it get about 45 mpg. I tend to drive around 75 - 80 mph on California freeways to keep up in the fast lane, so my mpg is a bit less than some people get. I've taken the Prius to Tahoe, Mt. Hood, Death Valley, Mt. Shasta, Joshua Tree, LA, San Diego, San Francisco. It's great in the snow, desert and everything inbetween. SUV's must hate it when I take 'em at stop signs and red lights, or pass them on the highway uphill.
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Absolutely Fabulous Mileage!
Greenleaf, 06/13/2002
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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My highest MPG was 58.7! I drive to LA regularly and the two-hour commute is zippy in this little car. I've had no trouble out running an 18-wheeler with 5 people in the car and the A/C on full blast. The only trouble I've had was the rack-and-pinion, which needed to be replaced at 16K. The interior seems to be taking a lot of wear also.
Everyone should drive a Prius!
Pheebie, 07/10/2003
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I love my Prius. I average 49 mpg and can zip anywhere (and no, I never have to "plug in"... this must be the biggest misconception about hybrid cards). And it's FAST! I once got a ticket for going 90+. Not that I endorse that... but it proves the Prius is peppy. Not to mention, Toyota pays for ALL regular maintenence. I haven't had to put an extra dime into my car. Do one for the planet. Buy a Prius!!
A great little car
DSIEGER, 07/10/2003
2001 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Nothing but good vibes from owning and operating this car. It handles very nicely and draws a lot of attention from other drives. Both my wife and I love it.