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5 out of 5 stars

Can't Beat the Prius

Clogdancer, 09/09/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I had my pristine 92 XLE Camry ripped off and totalled. I went to my dealership in search for a used Prius. They are rare. One pulled in: Emerald Gold flake. I could not believe our luck. It had every option. It looked new on the interior and exterior. It handles GREAT! Very small turning radius! Plenty of pep. This is not a whimpy Echo. Did you know that going from 30 to 60 MPH, the Prius can beat a Porche? The 2002 Prius is a tried and true design. The example I purchased is quieter than the top-of- the-line Camry XLE, or Avalon.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car you can afford!

Eagle4Jesus, 10/22/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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This is truly a wonderful car. The savings with gas are great! It has an LCD touch screen inside the car that is fun! It isn't superbly useful but it looks cool! The mileage is great and the car drives amazing. It has really sharp turns and can easily handle over 80mph!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Super Duper Prius

Ivan Urbina , 10/01/2002
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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The performance of Prius is great! I would say that this is a radical type of car. The instruments are like futuristic. The monitor display gives you information of average mile/gallons, the battery energy storage and many other stuff. (I kick my self for not purchasing the model with a mapping device) The design is sleek and aerodynmanic. I found very confortable on the ride even on bumpy road. The GAS MILEAGE consumption is super duper great!!! The inside four people sits confortable. The fifth person would have to be skinny. But all in all, this car is great for transportation and saves on gas!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

The Greatest Car I have ever owned

JoJa, 02/12/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I love the car for its design, economy, enviromental concerns, and comfort. Out on the road, it is great. I am old enough to have had many cars, and this is my very favorite.

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5 out of 5 stars

Mr. Economy

Steve L, 09/13/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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This automobile is very comfortable ahd quiet. My average fuel economy is 44 mpg with the majority of trips being 3.5 miles to and from work. I have read other reviews of the cars poor handling but I find those views to be untrue. This car hugs the twisties and is very predictable in its responses. Power is marginal but adequate. Passing power band is acceptable with a top speed of 104 mph on level road. Top mpg I've gotten was 53. The feel of the car is much larger that it's footprint suggests. The car I was going to get before looking at the Prius was a Mini Cooper. Glad I got the Prius though I still have the "motoring" philosophy.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

never buy pure internal combustion again

smoosh21, 02/07/2004
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I have not had one bit of trouble with my car in the first year. I get excellent milage and many positive comments on my car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Prius 2002 model

MSDickerson, 12/02/2002
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Great quality - great sound system with CD player option-Super quiet to listen to great sounds - Phenominal gas mileage - excellent acceleration - good pulling ability (small trailer - not recommended though). Cannot do much better.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Prius 2002

Ralf2002, 02/21/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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The Prius treats you to a very high quality vehicle with great comfort and safety for a compact car. The ride is surprisingly quiet! After 3500 miles driven I have achieved 40 mpg plus in Pittsburgh's hilly terrain.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love my 2003 Prius, named: "Petipa"

Peggy B. Sherrill, 07/22/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Having wanted an electic/clean air auto for many years, I am extremely pleased to have found a car that is ALMOST totally free of gas emitions, freeing up some of the world's polution.

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5 out of 5 stars

Technology that works-and its fun

rmstrauber, 02/13/2003
2003 Toyota Prius 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I bought the Prius because I believe that it is the best technology available at this time to promote environmental resposnsibility and reduce our dependence on oil. The first 3000 miles included a 1000 mile trip to Fla. on interstates at 70 mph and 2000 miles of local driving in an urban setting. The car lives up to all expectations, it is comfortable and fun to drive.

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