Used 2006 Toyota Prius Consumer Reviews
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Why Not 60 MPG?
Spindoc, 02/09/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Love our Prius and am in the process of purchasing a second! Many comments here about not getting the 60 MPG; of course, EPA ratings are a bit optimistic, but the reason Prius CITY mileage is better than HIGHWAY mileage is that the gas consumption goes to ZERO when you are stopped in traffic or at a light. Averaging in those zeros makes for great mileage overall! It is no slouch on the highway and I get nearly 50 mpg at 70 mph (high 40s, anyway). Makes you feel sorry for those SUV drivers out there!
'06 Prius Owner
Patricia, 04/29/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I admit I have only owned this vehicle for less than 2 months but I love it. The smaller steering wheel took a little while to get used to but now - no problem. The Prius is very responsive and even though I do alot of highway traveling my average mileage is about 45.
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Fantastic Car in today's economy
Scott, 09/18/2008
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I've had this car since 2/08, and it's quickly become the car most driven in our family. True MPG of 47-48 mph. Note -- Mileage poor for first 5 minutes of driving, while engine charges battery, and fluids are heated. After that, mileage superlative. For 30 minute work commutes, it is unbeatable. I have gotten over 50 mpg for a tankful before, and never below 46 mpg. Pickup is not great, but is adequate. Comfort level is outstanding; radio sound quality superb; seating very comfortable; easily fits 4 adults. This is an outstanding vehicle.
Great Car!
Tommy, 12/12/2005
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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If you want the most bang for your buck, this is the car I would recommend. I purchased the car with the cheapest package (base Model) and it comes with great features. Nothing to complain. I average about 45 MPG and be able to drive about 450 miles per tank. Great for commuting. Being able to use the steering wheel to control the A/C and radio is a uge bonus. There are only 2 things that I do not like. One is the power, a little harsh on steep hills and the other will be the stereo. The speakers aren't that very good on the base model. Well those are just my small complaints. I hope all of you enjoy the car as much as I do. Be careful in parking lots since pedestrians cannot hear you
Damaged Power Cable
Ron Gano, 05/20/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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After driving over a curb and hitting a pipe sticking out of the ground, I damaged the plastic protector to the main power cable running from the back to the front of the car. The pipe cut in to the cable, and the car sensed the voltage drop and shut down, and generated a $1,500 repair bill. On the brighter side, the dealership was well equipt to handle the repair and had several Prius-trained mechanics on staff. Because of the unusual repair, it took two days to get the part, but the work was done professionally and quickly. Overall, we're very happy with the car's performance and gas mileage. However, we really aren't careful in trying to raise the mileage, which is about 48 average.