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It won't quit
Bryt, 09/06/2019
updated 03/10/2020
2010 Toyota Prius IV 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is my second Prius, first was 2005 model I traded in when the A/C went out. My 2010 has 151,000 miles and has never needed any mechanical repairs from wear and tear. I did get in an accident 8 months ago, I T-boned another car at around 35-40mph and my airbags did not go off, I'm not sure if that's normal or not. I got a concussion as a result of the accident, but I was relieved the car was able to be repaired and not totaled - $5,000 of cosmetic damage covered by the other driver's insurance. This car has been to about 25 states on road trips and I never have any issues with comfort or fuel economy, and have never had to worry about reliability on long trips. I have driven it from Florida/Georgia to Minnesota and back numerous times, driving upwards of 16 hours a day and it never has a hiccup. I have all season tires and have no issue in snow/ice in Minnesota since getting them. I love the hatchback, it's great for my dogs. The sunroof does not work anymore, but I let that go pretty easily - if something in the car had to break I'd prefer it be that. I don't ever want it to die, but at some point I'm sure it will. Hoping for a few more years! Update - car had 195K miles when I was in another accident that totaled the car in Nov 2019. I was t-boned on the drivers side. The airbags deployed this time, but the curtain airbag did not. I was knocked unconscious when my head hit the driver side window and my seatbelt perhaps saved me worse injuries, but broke a rib. I am not sure what to say about safety. I am alive, but I now have two traumatic brain injuries. I am not an expert of auto accidents and airbags but I do wonder about the airbag situation in both accidents. I opted to get a highlander hybrid and sadly am no longer in the Prius family after about 8 years of driving them.
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Civic Hybrid vs. Prius
civictoprius, 02/26/2011
2010 Toyota Prius II 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
Having traded in a 2005 Civic Hybrid after putting over 150,000 miles on it and have been driving Honda's for 20 years, I purchased a 2010 Prius II. The new versions of the Hybrid Civic can not come close in MPG. After having the Prius for months and 7000 miles I can report the Prius rides better, is more powerful (in regular and PWR mode) more stable on the road, quiter, and is more roomy. with at least 50 MPG commuting and carpooling over 130 miles per day. The late versions of this model only goes to 9 mph in EV mode and not 25 mph as advertised.
A Fine Car
twoofthem, 01/18/2011
2010 Toyota Prius V 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is our 2nd one (other is 2008 base level, 17k miles). Looked seriously at Ford and Honda hybrids (used to own a Civic hybrid). For us, climate change is real, and while it would be best not to drive a car that runs on gasoline, at this point, where we live, it is simply not practical not to. The 2010 is a step up from the 2nd generation Prius in almost every way. Got the V with navi. Handles exceedingly well, due in part to the 17 inch wheels and wide tires. It is comfortable to drive (6'1) and ride in. More than ample power. LOTS of space. Excellent sound system. The look of the car is a bit odd compared to most other cars but its shape should not obscure fact that this is a fine car.
Versatile vehicle, surprisingly spry
Bruce, 05/18/2018
2010 Toyota Prius II 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Great no-fuss reliable and enjoyable car for commuting, hauling surprising amounts of cargo around town, with great range & fuel economy. Drove it with satisfaction for 8 years. My needs changed (need to tow), and eventually the long distance (2 hour +) seat discomfort led me to sell and upgrade comfort levels, despite loss of some fuel economy. Be aware the factory paint came soft (fragile) finished, and should be hard coated. Dealers & others offer this, so check for it in a used car.
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Just goes
Jim, 05/05/2018
2010 Toyota Prius II 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Zero issues over 218k miles and 8 years, just tires and oil changes
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