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Used 2008 Toyota Prius Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

In a class all by itself

Rickb, 06/20/2008
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Toyota has produced a car that provides roominess, comfort and performance. Most importantly, it does so with great gas mileage and a lowered carbon footprint. Fun to drive, flexibility of a hatchback, and loads of safety features. They hit a home run with this one!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Great car; poor tire wear

Martha, 04/25/2009
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Love the Toyota Prius, but the tire wear on the original tires is terrible. I will not have my car serviced at a dealer; Sullivan Tire told me that the rear end needed shimming fresh out of the factory. I confronted the dealer and they said "that may be the case, but Toyota will not do anything about it." The tires need replacing after 32000 miles. The car isn't 2 years old yet and already I have to spend $950.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesomely Satisfied

JPG, 01/05/2008
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Wanted a Touring, but the dealer didn't have one in leather, so settled for standard w/Pkg #6. No regrets. We've had the Prius for a week now and are still finding new and fun aspects of being a Prius owner. The comfort of the leather seats is first rate. Having fun with the "game" of maximizing fuel economy and energy regeneration! I must have a lead foot, because I've been averaging 43 mpg (which is more than twice what I get with my other cars.) Haven't been able to get it to average more - but we live in a very hilly area SE of Oregon City. Actually bought this for my wife, but I'm driving it more than she is. Great handling, cornering, braking, etc. Good acceleration.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Prius

dc, 06/25/2008
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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Love nearly everything about the car. my only 2 complaints are the paint. It scratches sooooo easy, have the keyless entry and the door handle areas are all scratched badly, and I have short nails. As well as any place that is barely bumped, mirrors, door jams hood etc. and the interior doors the material cuts, dents easily too. Otherwise great car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love My Prius

hybridgrl, 01/03/2008
2008 Toyota Prius 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
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My Prius is the best car I have had to date. Not only extremely fuel efficient but very comfortable and fun to drive with Toyota reliability.

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