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Inherent design flaw and poorly maintained
FRAC, 11/09/2021
2010 Toyota Prius III 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I believe that people that that "It's a Toyota" and that they just "keep going." It seems these care often have a lot of deferred maintenance that needs to be repaired. Also, there is no coolant temperature gauge and only have any indication of an overheating engine when a flashing red coolant light comes on in the gauge cluster. I'd like to know if my coolant temp is anything over normal in standard driving conditions, not only the moment it hits the "red zone." The Prius I purchased has a blown head-gasket, which is a $2.5k repair, plus broken wipers, and in dire need of basically a new front suspension. Design flaw or deferred maintenance? I'd say BOTH user error and inherent design flaws. Again, why it's so important to have a pre-purchase inspection. My mechanic about bit my head off that I didn't bring it to him before I bought it.
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A formidable achievement.
James, 11/07/2010
2010 Toyota Prius II 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
16 of 23 people found this review helpful
My 2010 Prius II is the finest overall car I have ever owned and I have been driving my own cars for forty years. It has the unique ability to transport four people in comfort and do so with an overall average of 50 mpg. I am impressed with the technology and am convinced Toyota loses money on the base car. It combines excellent driving characteristics (it's no sports sedan, however) with an engaging dash and controls. I enjoy driving this car. Gripes? The tires need more compliance as they now transmit too much road noise and harshness into the cabin. Also the radio/entertainment system combo is weak. I am not convinced spending more on factory pieces would be worthwhile. The after-market s
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Great Car!
escoandesco, 02/15/2011
2010 Toyota Prius V 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
I'm a retired car dealer so having always had access to a car, I left my family scratching their head when I bought my first new one in about 30 years or so. Even crazier was the fact that I was the co-owner of a Honda/Acura Dealership during the 90's. I was attracted to the Prius because of it's 21st century styling and the experiences I had with them while out of town and using one as a rental. I never had to put gas in the darn thing, the needle never seemed to move. That was the real motivator for me ... "cheap to drive".
Very Reliable, Fuel Efficient
Erick , 01/16/2021
2010 Toyota Prius III 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Amazing car for its reliability and fuel efficiency. High mileage doesn't seem to make any difference, it remains reliable and fuel efficient at 149 000 miles. It's also comfortable, roomy and offers high tech features. Best car I've ever had, and I've owned Volvo, Honda, Mazda, Opel, Audi, Ford, Pontiac etc
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Very Dependable And Uses Half The Gas
Edkolb5, 11/19/2017
2010 Toyota Prius II 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Prius - had a 2005 that was totaled in an accident with nearly 300k miles and still had no significant repairs - so expected similar with the 2010 and was not disappointed. Pros - Great mileage getting up to 60 mpg with cautious driving, consistent 45 mpg driving fast. No repair bills for engine, transmission, etc, in 5 years, just maintenance - brake pads, headlamps, etc. Can carry lots of items as hatchback. Still original starter battery and battery pack, good front wheel drive traction. Negative - Acceleration sufficient for interstate and on ramps, but not a fast car.
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