Own a 2016 P4 for 7,5 years and drove 120.000km. Averagely 3,5l/100km, second tire set, they last very long. Still the first brakes. The car is very roomy, reliable and has no issues. Won't sell it and drive it as long as possible. Never had a better car. The best car in the world, the hybrid of hybrids.
Been looking at getting a Prius for the first time this year, and you’ve helped a lot with that decision. Even now it looks like a pretty good car, was looking at the same year you had. Thanks!
I own a 2017 Prius, and it's my favorite car. I'm not going to lie: the 2024 Prius Prime XSE Premium with the solar roof is dope AF, but the '17 Prius still gets incredible MPG and is much larger on the inside than the Prius Prime. I've done so many road trips in the '17 Prius. It's very roomy and comfortable. The car needs very little maintenance other than regular checks every 5-10k miles or every 6 months/1yr. I will ride this car out until I upgrade to the Prius Prime if they still produce them with solar roofs (and if the solar roofs are reliable).
It’s my first card and after having it for 2 years the only thing I have a problem with is that plastic piece below the bumper is quite low and can get loose if you go to fast over speed bumps or drive over front curbs, I still squint every time I hear that noise. But aside from that it’s perfect for la driving.
Don’t deactivate the beep. It’s to remind you of reverse. I have put mine in drive in the garage when I meant reverse and was saved. It’s intuitive to wait for the beep before removing your foot off the brake
It’s 2024 and I’m looking at a 2017 Prius 3 to replace my faithful 2004 Corolla. The Corolla makes me a Toyota believer - it’s been so reliable and inexpensive to own. But it’s time for something newer and more comfortable. The Prius might be my next ride.
I own 3 priuss and that tell all how much I adore my priuss. I don't plan to own any others vehicle. Toyota built everything around prius technology. If u are creative there are numbers of things you can do with your prius.
I have a 2017 Prius Three with 48K miles. I just did an oil change and they told me I need a $650 brake repair, something about calipers and rust. They said it’s not uncommon in this model. My BS detector was hitting the red zone. If it’s a known defect you would think Toyota would pay for the repair.
@@b3naqua I keep it on all of my hybrid after 2 x I run offer something behind me. Sometimes I did not realized that it is in reverse gear and the car is On/Ready.
@@naumidec Completely different cars tho. If you need to drive a little bit off-road, pick RAV4. Otherwise, take Prius which is just as spacious as RAV4 and also has a 4WD version.
@@naumidec good Q! They have a lot of similarities - comfort, excellent mpg (tho Prius wins by a long shot obvi), surprisingly spacious, etc. But I love the larger size of the RAV4 and that it’s higher off the ground. I can do a RAV4 vs Prius video if you’re interested!
LOVE my 2017! Get an average of 60 MPG! BUT, am trying to get a 2024, which is really hard to do because of the rear door lock recall issue, hoping they get that fixed so I can pick one up soon. Am curious to see if I get better MPG with it than the 2017.
I find the non extendable sun visors irritating. I find the front driver's door wanting to swing way too wide! Yes, it's noisy but I can live with that. I've had mine about a year and it's at 60k miles. The AC kind of struggles in the Tucson heat...no mystery there. I really like the car! 🙂 Oh, and because of the heat I make sure there's nothing on the right back floorboard that can interfere with the cooling fan to the big battery.
I bought it from the local dealer as a "certified" used vehicle. It started as a rental vehicle in Phoenix. It looked to be in mint condition and they gave me the complete CARFAX report to boot. I read and studied all of the information I could find on it including reading the factory manual 8-) One excellent source of Toyota vehicles on the web is the "Car Care Nut" I learned a lot from him. He's a straight shooter.@@b3naqua
Thanks for the review. I have a 2017 and the reverse beep in continuous and I'll love it when I can get it down to 1 beep but the parking sensors are EXCESSIVE. Any chance you know what buttons mute or reduce the sensitivity?
Can I ask what trom 2017 you have? I had a 2016 which I loved, but didn't have adaptive cruise control... I'm curious what trips the 2017s/2018s have... thanks! Nice video.
It was a 2017 Prius Two 🤘🏼 adaptive cruise control is really handy to have, esp if you take a lot of long road trips! Highly recommend getting a model with the feature 👌🏼
@@b3naqua For sure! I can imagine... while I do envy the offroad locations you can get to in your (amazing) rav4, it's not worth it for me, since I do 99% of my road tripping on paved roads... but that's awesome...
@@b3naqua It is indeed. Own a P4 since April 2016. 90.000km on the speedometer and averagely 3,5l/100km. Never had an issue with Prius, it is always running fine with first breaks and tires. The P4 is the roomiest Prius and the most comfortable one. I always drive very relaxed and don't rush. The Prius leads me to this kind of driving style I enjoy most. Drove before the P4 a P3 for nearly 6 years, so I was used to drive the HSD very efficiently. The P4 is the best efficient car of all cars I know and had which consume fuel. I like the looks, but most people don't, that's why the car isn't on the German market anymore. I don't mind, because I assume that my P4 will last for a very long time.
Be prepared for a leaky heat exchanger on the tailpipe. Mine is losing coolant out of the exhaust and it's going to be a $2000 repair. This is a common problem with 2016-2019. Other than that, a perfect car.
@@b3naqua yeah man not sure if it’s cause of inflation & them upping the prices but that thing was 29k had to check the pics i took of it when i seen it but yes. Prices have sky rocketed. still a great car for Daily driver & travels.
I put 18's on mine...it looks so fast and with the gas prices my car does get the stop and stares...It looks so badass...too bad im depressed to care...lol I need More power to crush my mental demons...lol wheres my MUSTANG
Nice gen 4. I have a '19 & I love mine too! U brought tears to my eyes with ur dirty rail on ur hatch. Please detail it if u love it. 😉😁 I love that color & it really pops when its all detailed/polished. Check ur traction fan filter on the passenger side rear. Being in Tx everything is big, and so is dirt. I sub'd & thumbs up'd, great video. Do u do most of ur work? Keep us informed.
lol yeah I probably should have washed my car before making the video 😵💫 thanks for the tips! Yes, I do all my videos myself. I wish I had a crew but I'm not there yet. Working on it! Thanks for the sub!
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Own a 2016 P4 for 7,5 years and drove 120.000km. Averagely 3,5l/100km, second tire set, they last very long. Still the first brakes. The car is very roomy, reliable and has no issues. Won't sell it and drive it as long as possible. Never had a better car. The best car in the world, the hybrid of hybrids.
love to hear it!
Did you ever replace the battery?
1:37 'Why I kept it this long‘ 😂Just replaced my 2005 Prius after 300.000km. With a Prius of course.
Been looking at getting a Prius for the first time this year, and you’ve helped a lot with that decision. Even now it looks like a pretty good car, was looking at the same year you had. Thanks!
Go for it! Glad my video was helpful for you 🥳
My 7 year old 4th gen car still gets 49 MPG. Easiest vehicle to maintain. Nothing gets more reliable than this in a hybrid vehicle industry.
That's awesome!
2016 Prius with 210K and still going strong! Just ordered a Prius Prime 2022... cant wait to get it!!!
210K 😱 amazing! Congrats on your Prime 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Jesus how many miles do you drive every year
@@Ghost-jy9hk close to 40k a year
@@skepticalmechanic What do you do?
@@Ghost-jy9hk sales…
I own a 2017 Prius, and it's my favorite car. I'm not going to lie: the 2024 Prius Prime XSE Premium with the solar roof is dope AF, but the '17 Prius still gets incredible MPG and is much larger on the inside than the Prius Prime. I've done so many road trips in the '17 Prius. It's very roomy and comfortable. The car needs very little maintenance other than regular checks every 5-10k miles or every 6 months/1yr. I will ride this car out until I upgrade to the Prius Prime if they still produce them with solar roofs (and if the solar roofs are reliable).
That's awesome your 2017 is still amazing! Yeah Prius Prime looks soooo nice too ngl, but if you love your car, no need to upgrade imo 👏🏼
It’s my first card and after having it for 2 years the only thing I have a problem with is that plastic piece below the bumper is quite low and can get loose if you go to fast over speed bumps or drive over front curbs, I still squint every time I hear that noise. But aside from that it’s perfect for la driving.
Don’t deactivate the beep. It’s to remind you of reverse. I have put mine in drive in the garage when I meant reverse and was saved. It’s intuitive to wait for the beep before removing your foot off the brake
Recently bought a gen 4 Prius, thanks for making this review! This helped me make that choice : )
Glad it helped!
It’s 2024 and I’m looking at a 2017 Prius 3 to replace my faithful 2004 Corolla. The Corolla makes me a Toyota believer - it’s been so reliable and inexpensive to own. But it’s time for something newer and more comfortable. The Prius might be my next ride.
Toyotas are awesome! That’s amazing your 20 year old Corolla is still kickin. Might be worth it test driving a Prius to see what you think!
Gen 4 is sweet . I have a 19 prime and love it
I own 3 priuss and that tell all how much I adore my priuss. I don't plan to own any others vehicle. Toyota built everything around prius technology. If u are creative there are numbers of things you can do with your prius.
Whoa which 3 Priuses do you have?
2006 ,2012 v, 2014
@@yoeuychhung8219 nice!
Cool. Number of things? Maybe you want to say more about that?
I have a 2017 Prius Touring 4. Awesome car with zero problems. I’ve gotten as high as 80 mpg around town. I have 61k miles on my car.
Nice! Dang, 80 mpg is amazing 👌🏼
My favorite car to drive in 2023 is still my much more dirty 2007 2G Prius. Great job!
Amazing! Glad to hear your 2007 is still thriving 👏🏼
I bought a 2018 Prius in May this year. Bought it with 28k. Now has 30k. Its been my daily driver and i love it.
Nice! Congrats!
@@b3naqua Prius is such a reliable car.
I have a rav4 hybrid, it is a great car. Had a 2010 Prius now looking for a Prius for my son.
I have a 2017 Prius Three with 48K miles. I just did an oil change and they told me I need a $650 brake repair, something about calipers and rust. They said it’s not uncommon in this model. My BS detector was hitting the red zone. If it’s a known defect you would think Toyota would pay for the repair.
Came here looking for prius information, wasn't expecting to find awesome music too :)
Lol you got the 2 for 1 special ™️ thanks for watching!
the beeping when reversing and seatbelt beeping can be deactivated with the dr. prius app.
Good info!
i do want one for van life mostly due to 24/7 climate control for overnight sleeping comfort in any climate outside
Nice 👍🏼
Revers beep is free with Dr. Prius apps, it is safety reason for people who never drive hybrid because backing up without engine sound
Yea, I changed mine to a single beep. Very nice change.
Wish I’d known about that app when I had my Prius!
@@b3naqua I keep it on all of my hybrid after 2 x I run offer something behind me. Sometimes I did not realized that it is in reverse gear and the car is On/Ready.
Thanks for sharing! It very helpful 🫡👍
Thanks for watching!
You got the best video thank you
Thanks!
Paper to block sun in window and Dr. Prius app to kill the beeps.
Whoa I didn't know there was a Prius app! Thanks
Update: I got a RAV4 Hybrid 😵💫
How are you finding rav 4 compare to prius ,currently torn between 2 .
@@naumidec Completely different cars tho. If you need to drive a little bit off-road, pick RAV4. Otherwise, take Prius which is just as spacious as RAV4 and also has a 4WD version.
@@naumidec good Q! They have a lot of similarities - comfort, excellent mpg (tho Prius wins by a long shot obvi), surprisingly spacious, etc. But I love the larger size of the RAV4 and that it’s higher off the ground. I can do a RAV4 vs Prius video if you’re interested!
...and I got a 2017 Prius! Thanks!
@@FistfullofDenars nice! Congrats!!!
Cool little review! Im gonna grab a used one, so thanks for the video.
Nice! Glad it was helpful
Just got a 2017 Prius after watching your view. Thanks for explaining what to expect. 😅
It’s an awesome car! Congrats on yours 👌🏼
I'm looking at one but vame across recalls it's had . Thoughts?
6:12 is how Andy almost beat Dwight. 😂
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LOVE my 2017! Get an average of 60 MPG! BUT, am trying to get a 2024, which is really hard to do because of the rear door lock recall issue, hoping they get that fixed so I can pick one up soon. Am curious to see if I get better MPG with it than the 2017.
Dang 60mpg is crazy! 👌🏼
Power mode sold me. I have a 2006 Acura tsx and I’m gona miss the sportiness but I can settle for power mode
Did you color grade this footage? Looks 🔥
Thanks! Nah, everything is right out of the iPhone 11 Pro 👌🏼
I find the non extendable sun visors irritating. I find the front driver's door wanting to swing way too wide! Yes, it's noisy but I can live with that. I've had mine about a year and it's at 60k miles. The AC kind of struggles in the Tucson heat...no mystery there. I really like the car! 🙂 Oh, and because of the heat I make sure there's nothing on the right back floorboard that can interfere with the cooling fan to the big battery.
Awesome that yours is working out well!
I bought it from the local dealer as a "certified" used vehicle. It started as a rental vehicle in Phoenix. It looked to be in mint condition and they gave me the complete CARFAX report to boot. I read and studied all of the information I could find on it including reading the factory manual 8-) One excellent source of Toyota vehicles on the web is the "Car Care Nut" I learned a lot from him. He's a straight shooter.@@b3naqua
My favourite car is now our Auris hybrid. The Prius looks like a good candidate to replace it some day.
Do we have that car in USA?
Getting 17 plate prius excel in January just after Xmas and the new year :)
Were your windows tinted on the Prius? What % did you get ?
The car came with a slight tint when I bought it, not sure the % tho. I didn't get it tinted extra after that.
Thanks for the review. I have a 2017 and the reverse beep in continuous and I'll love it when I can get it down to 1 beep but the parking sensors are EXCESSIVE. Any chance you know what buttons mute or reduce the sensitivity?
Yeah the beeping is so annoying lol. I think there are ways to reduce sensor sensitivity, but I’m not sure you can mute those beeps 😭
You can code it so it only beeps once when you put into reverse using obd scanner carista
Hi Ben. What generation is the 2017 Prius? Thanks.
2017 Prius Two base model
Generation 4. I believe the "Two" refers to the trim level
Can I ask what trom 2017 you have? I had a 2016 which I loved, but didn't have adaptive cruise control... I'm curious what trips the 2017s/2018s have... thanks! Nice video.
It was a 2017 Prius Two 🤘🏼 adaptive cruise control is really handy to have, esp if you take a lot of long road trips! Highly recommend getting a model with the feature 👌🏼
@@b3naqua Thanks for the response, and I think I saw you got a RAV4... enjoy it!
@@ChristianBjork yes, I ended up getting a RAV4 Hybrid after this Prius cuz I wanted more space. But I immediately missed the 55MPG on the Prius!
@@b3naqua For sure! I can imagine... while I do envy the offroad locations you can get to in your (amazing) rav4, it's not worth it for me, since I do 99% of my road tripping on paved roads... but that's awesome...
Yeah sounds like the Prius is a much better fit for you! I ended up trading in the RAV4 for a Tesla Model Y. That’s a whole other story lol
does speakers sounds good?
i've heared it has 10 jbl speakers i wanted someone telling me how it sounds
Yeah the stock speakers sound really nice!
thank you dude🔥🙏
Im looking for a second reliable car with good gas mileage. Good review.
Thanks! Get the Prius, it's amazing.
@@b3naqua
It is indeed. Own a P4 since April 2016. 90.000km on the speedometer and averagely 3,5l/100km. Never had an issue with Prius, it is always running fine with first breaks and tires. The P4 is the roomiest Prius and the most comfortable one. I always drive very relaxed and don't rush. The Prius leads me to this kind of driving style I enjoy most. Drove before the P4 a P3 for nearly 6 years, so I was used to drive the HSD very efficiently. The P4 is the best efficient car of all cars I know and had which consume fuel. I like the looks, but most people don't, that's why the car isn't on the German market anymore. I don't mind, because I assume that my P4 will last for a very long time.
@@peterweise3836 nice! Thanks for sharing your experience with your P4 👌🏼
I just purchased my Toyota Prius I LOVE IT ❤️
Nice! Congrats!!
Be prepared for a leaky heat exchanger on the tailpipe. Mine is losing coolant out of the exhaust and it's going to be a $2000 repair. This is a common problem with 2016-2019. Other than that, a perfect car.
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Very good car,and mileage too
Agreed!
Great review!!! Thank you Ben Aqua ✨✨✨👌👌👌✌✌✌
Thanks for watching!
Range when it full ?
Dealers! You can turn off the reverse beep yourself from the screen menu.
Seen a certified owned at a dealer with a price of roughly 30k. man idk they was outta they mind 😂
Lil that's fkn nuts
@@b3naqua yeah man not sure if it’s cause of inflation & them upping the prices but that thing was 29k had to check the pics i took of it when i seen it but yes. Prices have sky rocketed. still a great car for Daily driver & travels.
I put 18's on mine...it looks so fast and with the gas prices my car does get the stop and stares...It looks so badass...too bad im depressed to care...lol I need More power to crush my mental demons...lol wheres my MUSTANG
crush those mental demons 🙏🏼
no heat exchanger issues?
didn't have any while I had the prius
Saving up $10k to get a prius 😂 i cant wait. Gonna have to drive 40 miles to and from to my masters program
It would be a really good car for that amount of driving 👌🏼 good luck!
Thanks for letting us know how Cruise Control works 😳
My friends what's your average km/l in the city and in the road?
Wait my 2017 doesnt have spare tires
Just got a 2017 and I really like it. I really, really, really dislike the Sun Visor, its terrible
Facts
I'm 6'5". Do you think I'd be able to sit up in the seats, and camp in the back sometimes?
It might be a little squashed for you. You could prob camp in the back, but you'd have to squeeze your legs in a bit prob
@@b3naqua ok thanks
I'm actually looking for a 3rd gen prius and not a 4th gen because of that touch screen 😵
Yah the touch screen on this one kind of sucks tbh. It’s slow
I thought these got more mpg?
It's supposed to average about 54mpg
@@b3naqua really? I see videos of people getting 70/80. I think the Aircon might make a big difference.
@@stephentrott 70/80? How are they doing that?
My prius 2017 failed my driver seat, it wont go front or back, Toyota told me it would cost 2000 to change a motor under the seat 😭😭😭
That sucks 😭
That robot face steering wheel may keep me off that whole generation of prius. How DIY friendly would you say working on this car is?
Is thrre navigation
Not on this base model
Nice gen 4. I have a '19 & I love mine too! U brought tears to my eyes with ur dirty rail on ur hatch. Please detail it if u love it. 😉😁 I love that color & it really pops when its all detailed/polished. Check ur traction fan filter on the passenger side rear. Being in Tx everything is big, and so is dirt. I sub'd & thumbs up'd, great video. Do u do most of ur work? Keep us informed.
lol yeah I probably should have washed my car before making the video 😵💫 thanks for the tips! Yes, I do all my videos myself. I wish I had a crew but I'm not there yet. Working on it! Thanks for the sub!
Still prefer this to the refresh
Needs Appleplay
2nd gen is still superior with its cast iron block
I thought Prius 4th gen doesn't have a spare tyre. How come that your car has one
@@sheepstreet not sure tbh
Put Michelin tires in it significantly reduces road noise
Excellent suggestion!
I heard cvt transmission are trash is that true
They but Prius has a ecvt it’s different type of cvt these last a long time there good
I have a 2017 Prius Prime and its no better in the ICE department. Excellent with gas tho.
Ooh the Prime looks really nice! Was thinking about getting one of those when researching the RAV4 Hybrid.
I have 09 thinking of upgrading. That white inside is so blinding lol
Btw notice you're family 🏳️🌈
Yasss 🌈🌈🌈
@b3naqua so just bought today, 2017 Prius Prime Premium 😊
Not fancy as Siri LOL.
Because we all know how fancy Siri is 😂
Dude I like your car but damn......... It's very dusty and dirty.
lmao welcome to Texas tbh
tbh the interior looks very outdated and ugly for being a 2017 but i can pay the price for the mpg lol
lol yeah esp the interior looks p antique at this point, but that fuel efficiency is 👌🏼
Hey…are u selling it 😂
Haha I already did 🥲
At 120,000-150,000 miles, you’ll have to replace the water pump. The engine has to be jacked up, and it’ll cost you nearly $1,000.
good info!
Replace only when it breaks down.
@@danielaguilar8830 yes, but when it does you’ll have about two minutes’ warning before your engine overheats.
Gen 2 doesn’t have that problem.
I would rather own a Dodge Charger Hellcat your funny
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