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4.75 out of 5 stars

2003 Toyota Prius Hybrid

Aennchen, 10/22/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

My husband and I bought this car in Feb. 2003 anticipating gas prices to increase with the possibility of a war in Iraq. We drive approx. 2000 miles/month so fuel economy without sacrificing comfort is important. The Prius has not let us down.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Will never buy a gas car again

newyawk2000, 11/30/2008
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2003 model Prius in late 2002. At the time only two hybrids were available in the market, the other was Honda civic. I chose the Prius because it was roomier. I had a major engine problem a year ago but thankfully was covered under warranty: The fuel injectors were replaced. Otherwise the only other problem has been the tires wearing out fast. Make sure you get a warranty on tires.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great little Car!

gran1, 12/10/2002
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I've only driven big vehicles and when we moved to the country, I had to re- think my gas mileage. I decided to "get as good as I could get" and that was a Prius. I hate little cars that make you feel like you're in a little car. This one doesn't!! It's great! Rides great and very comfortable! And will run like a scalded dog when I need the power to pass. I'm very pleased with this car. I still miss my 4Runner, but I love the mileage in my Prius!

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1.88 out of 5 stars

Beware Prius

FMjustice, 06/04/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Has a maintenance requirement that Toyota fails to disclose except in the fine print in the manual. The car must be run for 30 minutes at least every two weeks or both the 12 volt and hybrid battery may deteriorate. Upon being asked, Toyota's staff informs one that failure to comply with the requirement may result in the warranty on the hybrid battery (for which they will not disclose the replacemet cost) being voided. Honda, at least, gives you a month on its hybrid, and does not threaten to void your warranty. We also experienced an exploding tire and have never achieved the advertised gas mileage.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love it!

L. Keeling, 04/22/2004
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Fun, peppy, turns on a dime. Pull into any spot.

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