2001 Toyota Prius review from North America
"Definitely for early adopters and rich"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front tires (driver's side in particular) are very rapidly eaten up.
General comments?
Paint scratches easily.
Interior seems to attract dirt like a magnet.
Actual mpg received in heavy/primary highway usage was generally 9 mpg below sticker estimates.
Steering is very responsive.
Bumps not handles well and bottoms out easily with full passenger occupancy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 3200 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Grand Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 2nd April, 2004 |