Used 2006 Toyota Prius Consumer Reviews
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What's not to love about the Prius?
Synge, 02/16/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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What's not to love about the Toyota Prius? It's a blast to drive, not in the same way a high performance sports car is, but in it's own unique way. I've found that the instant MPG readout tends to make me want to drive in ways that maximize the MPG's. This results in me driving slower and more in control than I have in years. The advertised EPA MPG ratings are not far off, if you're careful. I've been getting around 50 MPG highway and mid 40's around town. The in-town ratings are lower than advertised so far, but I live in northern Michigan which means I need to run the heat and defrosters constantly. This forces the gasoline engine to run a lot more often which leads to lower MPG's.
the fuel and fun of a prius
nbird, 05/20/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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We got our prius the first of May. We had to travel over 200 miles to get it. So we decided to make a fishing trip of it also. We were surprised with going up alot of hills we averaged 49.9 miles. We have already put almost 2,000 miles on the car and we are getting 55 around town and highway. So buying this car has been the best ever for us. Oh we don't live in a flat area.
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Car of the Century
Mark Anthony, 02/16/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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The interior is much roomier than my 2006 Corolla. But I'm only getting 40-45 mpg combined city and freeway driving contrary to 51-60 mpg on sticker. I tried using mostly cruise control as suggested by one of the reviewer but the lesser mileage I was getting. Better mileage if driving not more than 60 mph. The ride is a little bit bumpy. Powerful brake is great.
Most quiet car I've ever owned
Love_My_Prius, 02/15/2006
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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The Prius is a well thought out vehicle. I'm on my second take in 6 weeks. First two tanks averaged 43.5 MPG. This is low due to the fact that I make very short 1-2 mile trips and it's cold in Ohio. Summer should bring the mileage up in the 50's. The car rides very nice and is extremely quiet. It truely is a techie car with the on-board display screen and optional navigation. I'm thrilled with my purchase and would recommend the car to anyone!
Don't know how they did it
Lee Mariano, 12/22/2005
2006 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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I wish I knew how they got 60mpg. We drove from South Florida to central New Hampshire and back up and down the Smoky Mountains, on freeways, small towns, fully loaded (by the way this car holds tons of stuff) in cool-cold weather, in high heat, with and w/o a/c during the gas shortage. travelled 3100 mi---paid $210 for gas the entire month we were gone! Still, mph for the month was 44.6 We use cruise control as much as possible, everything we can think of--still cant get to the 60 they claim. Great comfort, great bells and whistles. Love the car.