Toyota Prius - Is the original eco warrior still any good? | ReDriven used car review

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    Long before Tesla and other full-EV cars became the go-to cars to show you cared for the environment, the hybrid Toyota Prius was about as big a statement you make on the issue.
    But now that some are many years old and have
    thousands of kilometres on the clock, are they still the best choice if you want an eco-friendly car?
    Check out our full review over on RUclips now!
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    00:00​​​​​​​ - Intro
    01:26 - What is it?
    03:05 - How's the exterior?
    05:31 - How's the interior?
    08:13 - How's the tech?
    09:37 - Is it practical?
    10:45 - What goes wrong?
    13:58 - Is it safe?
    14:42 - What's it like to drive?
    16:38 - How much is it?
    17:44​​​​​​ - Fuel use, warranty & servicing
    18:15 - Should you buy it?
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  • @richardjohnson7563
    @richardjohnson7563 3 месяца назад +10

    I worked in a car repair and service shop for five years. During that time I saw several Prius vehicles come in with 200,000 to 300,000 miles on them and they were in for just oil changes, etc ( normal maintenance services). I was impressed so I now drive a 2009 Prius with 140,000 miles on it.

  • @joeshmoe8952
    @joeshmoe8952 2 года назад +47

    I bought a 2015 prius in Jan of 2019 with 50 thousand miles. It now has 104 thousand and runs excellent, never once gave me any issues.

  • @zaamuro8408
    @zaamuro8408 2 года назад +70

    This is the best looking Prius generation.

    • @kikoeta
      @kikoeta Год назад +14

      Unfortunately this comment is out of date with the new Prius 5th gen releasing. Man is that thing pretty or what??

    • @kroach2653
      @kroach2653 Год назад +7

      @@kikoeta It looks a lot like a Tesla now. I'd like to go test drive one, I have no interest in selling my 2015 yet but the way it's styled it seems like it will have less cargo room.

    • @hebrews11vs5
      @hebrews11vs5 11 месяцев назад +1

      I like the prius c, like 8 yrs old or so

    • @tyleradams9535
      @tyleradams9535 8 месяцев назад +1

      U jinxed it dude

  • @Kiwi_Dave
    @Kiwi_Dave 2 года назад +127

    Had a 2017 since new, 68,000 km avg is 4.3 Liters/100 km, 45% of driving is in EV mode and I don't drive this any different than any other car, never had anything go wrong, annual service costs $300, drives like new, interior has survived two kids, used for weekly school runs and city chores. Weekend car is a Porsche.

    • @jaykazama9132
      @jaykazama9132 2 года назад +7

      I call BS. Modern day Porsche owners are loyal AF and would of got a Cayenne Hybrid-not a Toyota.

    • @andrewst12
      @andrewst12 2 года назад +2

      I actually quite like the Prius, does it feel underpowered when merging onto a highway?

    • @janreznak881
      @janreznak881 2 года назад +11

      "Weekend car is a Porsche.." So, two wanker boxes checked.

    • @flyingrc2041
      @flyingrc2041 2 года назад +1

      So your weekend car is the shit one?

    • @Kiwi_Dave
      @Kiwi_Dave 2 года назад

      @@andrewst12 Ok, but gutless on hills. You're never going to be accelerating to jump into any gaps.

  • @polyforge3d
    @polyforge3d Год назад +24

    I would buy this car even only for how it looks especially inside. Love that retro sci-fi vibes, like a spaceship cockpit.

  • @EnriqueGomez-gp9ol
    @EnriqueGomez-gp9ol Год назад +17

    I've just bought one with 260,000 km and there's no plastic noise or whatsoever. The condition of the interior is amazing and everything works.

    • @user-go8wq3pv6o
      @user-go8wq3pv6o 9 месяцев назад +5

      How is your Prius after one year? How many km do you have on it now?

  • @sydjaguar
    @sydjaguar Год назад +7

    Easily the best Aussie car RUclips channel. Great quality and entertaining to watch.

  • @jamyshaw
    @jamyshaw 2 года назад +17

    Love the way you guys index your videos. Really professional and allows us to get a wide variety of info quickly across multiple videos of yours. It’s the little things! :)

  • @jamesbrett9537
    @jamesbrett9537 2 года назад +22

    I have a 2011 prius here in NZ and it's brilliant. I fully agree that they just make so much sense. Practical, efficient and reliable. Mine averages 4.3l per 100km in summer and about 4.8 in winter.
    Good quality tyres do wonders for the ride quality and handling.
    I have had mine 2 years and so far have only had to replace the thermostat and clean out the Egr passages in the intake manifold. Both relatively easy Diy fixes.
    It has more than enough power for hills and overtaking, I even tow a small dinghy on a trailer with mine which it pulls easily.

    • @chasjiao4505
      @chasjiao4505 Год назад

      Hi mate, I’m in NZ too. Recently I found a Prius 2011. After I googled it they said Prius need to replace the battery after 10 years driving. So I just wanna ask you if it’s true or not, since you have one.😊

    • @jamesbrett9537
      @jamesbrett9537 Год назад +1

      @@chasjiao4505 Not necessarily true. mine shows no sign of needing replacement after 11 years. My wife just bought a 2010 with the original battery too so 12 years and still going strong. It's rare for them to fail before 15 years old.

    • @TheMegabyteMT
      @TheMegabyteMT Год назад

      @James Brett Damn bro, In a hot climate like my country they just lasted like 6-7 years of usage. Even the inverter.

  • @brianbridle951
    @brianbridle951 10 месяцев назад +5

    2010 Gen 3. No failures and 65.4mpg on UK Major roads. Brillant car for todays expensive fuel.

  • @Nathan_Jay
    @Nathan_Jay 2 года назад +5

    Went from a Town Car to a 2013 Prius Advanced, got it at the right time. Love it in its entirety.

  • @P00ka31
    @P00ka31 Год назад +11

    I just bought a 2014 Prius today in 2023 it has 110k miles, only 1 owner. It’s so quiet and good on gas I hope I made a right descision!

    • @austinsorlien4217
      @austinsorlien4217 6 месяцев назад +2

      and....?

    • @raw7504
      @raw7504 4 месяца назад

      Hi any update?

    • @devonaokiz
      @devonaokiz 4 месяца назад

      @@austinsorlien4217 what do you mean and?

    • @austinsorlien4217
      @austinsorlien4217 4 месяца назад +1

      @@devonaokiz and did he make the right choice

    • @CAPRICES4LYFE
      @CAPRICES4LYFE 2 месяца назад

      Hows your prius running looking at a 14 myself

  • @matyxcz
    @matyxcz 11 месяцев назад +4

    Had a Prius g2 (2004). Bought it in 2018 with 320k km as "faulty" with allegedly broken ABS unit for 2250 USD, sold in 2021 with 400k km for 1700 USD. ABS pump wasn't faulty, it was a brake pad that got so thin that it felt out, the brake piston has rubbed against the disc to the extent that the brake fluid started leaking. Fixed with original parts for 180 USD. Batteries were exchanged for new (original Toyota) in 2014, so were generally new at that time. I had no issue during the 3 years and 80k km, the car had even original undercarriage, no rust, everything worked just well. My car mechanic couldn't believe it. Except for the brakes, the only 2 things I did on the car was timing chain exchange (later than recommended, just when the engine icon poped on the dash and read the error code) and the shock absorbers, as the original ones were getting too mushy. The car was doing an excellent job - on highway between 130 and 170kmh, average consumption was around 6.0 - 6.5 l, country roads around 5.5, completely jammed city crossing for work around 3.8 - 4.2 l. Why sold? Cause we needed a bigger family car, exchanged it for 2014 Mazda Wagon 6 2.5 Skyactive-G, which I'm absolutely happy with, but probably going to switch it back to Prius, but 3rd gen this time. Reason? My wife's small, unpractical Peugeot sedan 1.6 HDI diesel (301) is getting at it's lifespan edge and needs replacement for something more dependable. So we are considering a VW Golf Variant 7gen alltrack 2.0 tdi 184hp, and this would make need for Mazda obsolete, no need for 2 family vagons. So Golf would take the "family car" role, especially useful on longer trips, and I'd change the Mazda for Prius 3g to be used mainly for commuting to work etc.
    So thanks a lot for this video review, hope the gen3 will prove similar realiability and durability as gen2 ;-)

  • @JohannesNielsen
    @JohannesNielsen 3 месяца назад +1

    I am getting one to commute from Sydney to Bathurst and I will be doing longer drives to see my Sons and daughters.
    Perfect for me and I appreciate the suggestion of after market mods.

  • @dominikwelzel4421
    @dominikwelzel4421 7 месяцев назад +2

    2011 Toyota Prius Owner here. Battery needs changing every 250,000km as per my Toyota dealer.
    I had to change mine at 236,000km a while ago. The dealer said that some taxi drivers in the area are swapping their batteries every few years, high hopes for a long life of the car.
    Search online, some places offer single battery cell swaps for under $100 instead of a full replacement. Mostly in big cities only. Very reliable otherwise

  • @PieterBreda
    @PieterBreda 2 года назад +25

    I had two and they were incredibly reliable and comfortable. Just forget any sporty handling. They are about economy and comfort. The dashboard is really cool at night.

    • @jdnrotterdam2150
      @jdnrotterdam2150 2 года назад

      Hey i have a 2012 Prius and i think the dashboard looks a little dated with that oldschool green dashboard light. I mean cars from the 80s and 90s also already had that green digital speedometer. You would think on 2012 you could have full color led. Or just white lights

    • @rgscomputers1
      @rgscomputers1 Год назад +2

      I beg to differ sir this car handles wonderfully on twisty roads try it sometime I put 200 to 300 miles a day on a 295k mile 2011 gen 3

    • @Venom-ct8yy
      @Venom-ct8yy Год назад

      @@rgscomputers1 that is a tank. 😂 I might need to get one now.

  • @tonybennett638
    @tonybennett638 2 года назад +28

    Good one mate ..just the transition is a eCVT nothing at all like a normal CVT no cone's or belt/chains it's two electric motor/generators and a planetary gear set... Professor John Kelly gives a full teardown explanation just search Weber Auto channel Prius transaxle .

    • @williamfan1985
      @williamfan1985 2 года назад

      I have just watched the professor's video yesterday, very informative and easy to understand

    • @PieterBreda
      @PieterBreda 2 года назад

      They should change the name. The technique is totally different.

    • @michaelmaguire5
      @michaelmaguire5 2 года назад +2

      Picked up on this as well. It has smooth transitions because there are no transitions lol

  • @greghinerman5935
    @greghinerman5935 Год назад +9

    got a 2009 a year ago... 450,000 miles...
    love that little car

    • @lukesmith981
      @lukesmith981 8 месяцев назад

      Original battery?

    • @tejas4543
      @tejas4543 6 месяцев назад

      Original battery?

    • @lukesmith981
      @lukesmith981 6 месяцев назад

      @@tejas4543 after 250,000 miles or around there I’m pretty sure it’s been replaced.

    • @tejas4543
      @tejas4543 6 месяцев назад

      @@lukesmith981 how much does it cost to get it replaced though?

    • @greghinerman5935
      @greghinerman5935 6 месяцев назад

      @@tejas4543 no.... it was replaced a year and a half befor3 I bought it... still good.
      481,000 miles now

  • @CaptZenPetabyte
    @CaptZenPetabyte Год назад +5

    Its a damn shame Australia isnt going to get the AMAZING 2023 model, it is a BEAST!

  • @PapaPapaD
    @PapaPapaD 2 года назад

    Love the outtakes at the end! Instant LIKE👍

  • @pmac9551
    @pmac9551 2 года назад +6

    I own a 2013 prius first hybrid car I've owned I picked it over the corolla hybrid because feels more spacious and roomy over the corolla I've changed every single light on it from headlights too interior too LEDs for a more modern look ditched the shity head unit for a joying Android one which brings the tech into 2022! I've owned the car for 6 years now had 26k on the clock now has 185k on it during my ownership have had Zero problems with it it's soo easy too do your own regular services on I do recommend cleaning the HV battery fan too prolong the life of the hybrid main battery 🔋 can do it yourself just watched a RUclips video which shows how its done 45L tank always gets atleast 850km outta it these cars are soo fuel efficient and reliable best all round car I've ever owned 💯.

  • @TimBorg
    @TimBorg 2 года назад +4

    I have a2009 iTech like this and it does NOT rattle inside at all

  • @markhunter3935
    @markhunter3935 2 года назад +4

    "You have a spot for life's filth to collect here" made me LOL!!!! Thanks for that! :D

  • @tolrem
    @tolrem 2 года назад +13

    It doesn't actually have a CVT.It's a planetary gear system:completely different to the belt/pulley system on a regular CVT transmission.Toyota calls it an ECVT which is misleading.

    • @amazoidal
      @amazoidal 2 года назад +1

      The proper name is "power split system". It is not a CVT of any kind. The GEN 2 does have a belt but it only transfers power to another part of the "tranny". The belt was eliminated in GEN 3. Be sure to get rid of the non-synthetic WS ATF ASAP and put in REDLINE D6, a real synthetic.

  • @mss627
    @mss627 Год назад +16

    Always wanted a Prius, particularly a 3rd gen Prius which I think is the best-looking version. Unfortunately, they were always out of my price range. With supply chain issues and dealer markups it's gotten even worse in the U.S. Strangely enough, though, you can get third gen Prieye for under 10 grand. I have to admit, I'm very tempted. I like fast cars too (Let's be honest. Everybody loves fast cars.) but I also love reliable, fuel-efficient vehicles. God help me, there may be a Prius in my future.

    • @certandoerimus4005
      @certandoerimus4005 Год назад

      also consider other toyota hybrids like the corolla and camry, or even sienna if you want a larger car that's in my opinion more practical for ROAD use than an SUV
      prius prices are too high in my state, so I got a camry hybrid with 100,000 miles for LESS than what a prius would cost with 150,000 or more miles
      in all honesty, it's more of a work car than anything, but it's got enough power to actually be fun to drive while still getting about 35mpg combined, and 40 if I really feather the throttle (which is unreasonable in most cases since people are bad drivers and tailgate hard here)
      may not be the case everywhere in the states, but imo the prius kind of is overrated, which is somewhat of a good thing since people who don't know a lot about cars will completely ignore them like they don't get similar MPGs, causing their price to be more negotiable :)

    • @KellyCali
      @KellyCali Год назад

      Sadly, you can’t get one for under 10 grand anymore. I just paid $20k for a 2015 with 64k miles on it. The car market right now is crazy expensive

    • @skiaddict08
      @skiaddict08 Год назад +1

      I’m about to buy a ‘11 with 150k for 10k

    • @joeshmoe8952
      @joeshmoe8952 10 месяцев назад

      2015 is the best year for the 3rd generation. Toyota had already fixed all the bugs by then.

  • @damilolaakanni
    @damilolaakanni 2 года назад +7

    Yes, if you want something Corolla sized that's a hybrid. The Corolla hybrid was never a thing until 2019/2020. And it's more practical than the Corolla Hybrid, it's a hatchback.

    • @MartinJones123
      @MartinJones123 2 года назад +3

      They should've released the Corolla Hybrid back in around about 2015...

  • @jennylee1079
    @jennylee1079 Год назад +2

    hehe, you are very enjoyable to watch. Keep making these videos 👍

  • @zimben8
    @zimben8 Год назад

    Thank u very much for the not boring test. I just found u and i like the style.
    I'm interested maybe in a facelift one. Do they all have no telescope steering? How is the HUD? U talked about an aftermarket Infotainment system with Android Auto, where do i get the frame to fit it? Does it has Blind Spot Monitor?

  • @ProducedByZeta
    @ProducedByZeta Год назад +1

    Thank You so much! Amazing video

  • @Itsabdurr
    @Itsabdurr Год назад

    I bought a 2011 prius with 230000 miles and it still worked amazingly. As it was a cab there were some interior wearing issues but regardless it was amazing to drive and kept its value as a i sold it for 500£ more

  • @jackliu6443
    @jackliu6443 2 года назад

    Great work, love it

  • @williamburkholder769
    @williamburkholder769 2 года назад +3

    2009 totaled by a drunk driver while parked off road (!) 187,000 miles (300,950 km or so)
    Another 2009 is still going at 188,000 miles
    2010 with 96,500 miles
    Another 2010 totaled by a teen yacking to her mom at 168,000 miles
    2015 Prius v (wagon) with 105,000 miles
    2013 Lexus ES 300h with 80,000 miles
    Are they reliable? YES. Only major problem to date was covered under a recall here in the USA -The 2010 inverter blew a power transistor, which was due to a bad design. Most issues have been things like 12-volt batteries replaced after five years, tires, a water pump, HID headlights failing due to water intrusion. There are three other Toyota hybrids in our extended family, all going strong. Another 2009 got totaled along the way. One of our 2009s blew a capacitor in the circuit board controlling the gas gauge and speedometer. I replaced it myself. That was a pain in the butt, but I saved hundreds by doing so. At 12-13 years old, the batteries in our oldest cars are getting a little tired, and mileage is falling off. But every mile we drive these cars is paying us back, because we have them paid off.
    Yes, the dated navigation system is ridiculous. The computerized radio in the 2015 Prius v is the worst piece of $#!† electronics I've ever seen (since it reboots itself constantly, at random). But these cars are outstandingly practical in ways that offset any other annoyances.

  • @305abyss
    @305abyss 2 года назад +8

    I had a race with someone driving a Prius. He was winning the first 100m then I tripped. Hahaha I'm kidding love this car

    • @amazoidal
      @amazoidal 2 года назад +1

      The Prius is no 0-60 champ. But I''ve blown off many sporty cars with my Chevy Bolt.

  • @isaacdixon3732
    @isaacdixon3732 2 месяца назад

    I have a Prius IV with just over 100,000 miles. It runs like a champ has tons of room and does everything I ask of it. It is a great commuter car and in a city known for small parking spots it is an ideal car.

  • @OracleJas
    @OracleJas 2 года назад +1

    Love the channel, do you guys have 4k uploads planned for the future?

  • @WebExploror
    @WebExploror Год назад

    You guys are awesome and the website is great to. Honest option. I bought a mazda3 2013 touring.

  • @tracy3812
    @tracy3812 2 года назад

    Loved the outtakes. I drive an ‘11.

  • @wimschoenmakers5463
    @wimschoenmakers5463 Месяц назад

    I drive a 14 year old Prius successor called Auris and it makes no noise at all while driving. Like the Prius a bullet proof car!

  • @niks7348
    @niks7348 Год назад +1

    Looks like mine!! I Love It!

  • @alicepaul6276
    @alicepaul6276 11 месяцев назад

    Very intersting and informative!

  • @MrTaxidriver50005
    @MrTaxidriver50005 2 года назад +14

    Just found this vid and i think you have nailed it, as a owner of a 320,000 mile 2012 version i would pretty much agree on your sum up of the prius.
    The egr and head gasket and also oil burning are all related to low tension piston rings, the rings gum up with age and carbon letting oil bypass, this oil then clogs egr system up which if left will cause overheating and failed head gasket......But easy fix s available .....a good engine oil flush every 3rd oil change has kept my 2 prius's from oil burning and egr system clean.

    • @chrisvanegmond3157
      @chrisvanegmond3157 Год назад

      In those 320,000 miles, at what point did you need to replace the hybrid battery?

    • @MrTaxidriver50005
      @MrTaxidriver50005 Год назад +3

      @@chrisvanegmond3157 334,000 so far and still original battery... BUT... I think in the next few months I may do a quick service on battery... Nothink more than swoping the cells around the way you do in a flashlight when they are getting a bit dim... Otherwise all good so far.

    • @imynah
      @imynah Год назад

      @@MrTaxidriver50005 thanks, that's really good to know. Considering getting a cheapish Aqua of similar year but worried their batteries will be EOL soon leaving me with a large repair/replace bill soon after, so just weighing up whether it's worth it.

    • @MrTaxidriver50005
      @MrTaxidriver50005 Год назад +1

      @@imynah even if batteries became toast second hand pack shouldn't cost too much as there is very little demand as they are so problem free.

    • @chrisvanegmond3157
      @chrisvanegmond3157 Год назад

      @@MrTaxidriver50005 cheers

  • @TwistedDonners
    @TwistedDonners 2 года назад +2

    Only 2 facts I know about the Prius is the official plural for a group of Prius as announced by Toyota is Prii and the battery of a Prius has half the amount of power needed to run a London tude train stored in it.
    Good video guys though even though you've recommended the Prius as a car worth buying I can't see myself ever buying one as my daily drive.
    Also had a question about your merch when you launch it which is are you going too do bumper sticker as well for it?
    Have a good weekend guys and look forward too next week's videos.

  • @governorairsoft4150
    @governorairsoft4150 2 года назад +3

    Prius drivers are some of the most deadly animals out here in Los Angeles. Keeps you on your toes. Great review!

  • @troysanchez776
    @troysanchez776 2 года назад +2

    The Prius V is my pick

  • @keanutax4951
    @keanutax4951 2 года назад

    Probably the only person that reviews cars in shorts. That's worth a follow imo

  • @MichaelWilliams-mo1vv
    @MichaelWilliams-mo1vv Год назад +14

    I get the impression that many drivers don't use the ac much to maximise mpg. This can cause the system to deteriorate. Maybe worth checking that the ac works properly otherwise a very expensive fix.

    • @pocketstoosumo
      @pocketstoosumo Год назад

      not using ac can make the system deteriorate?

    • @MichaelWilliams-mo1vv
      @MichaelWilliams-mo1vv Год назад +9

      @@pocketstoosumo yes regular use of the ac lubricates the components and hoses and keeps the compressor in good order.

  • @mikewho
    @mikewho 2 года назад

    Heya team. Any plans to do a phev top 5? Would love to know about the BMW 330e or Mercedes C350e. Please

  • @bupekaonga
    @bupekaonga 2 года назад +4

    speaking of environmentally friendly cars, could you possible do a review of a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (the plug in hybrid version). It was the first of its kind in Australia

    • @jeszenszkypeter9835
      @jeszenszkypeter9835 8 месяцев назад

      Depends on how much you travel a day. You are either better off with a small electric because your route is short or have to charge multiple times. It does close to 10L/100km on highway because the engine is either beeing used as a generator or overdrive from (70kph?)

  • @robcig
    @robcig 2 года назад +2

    Hey mate, seeing that we’re talking about Hybrids, any chance you could find a Honda CRZ hybrid to review? I’ve had a few Honda products over the years and love them. Would like to hear your feedback.

  • @biffon69
    @biffon69 2 года назад +7

    Agreed 100% with buying a used hybrid car... Although about 18 months ago I became the proud owner of a 2008 Lexus GS450H and it was magnificent, and fast, and extremely luxurious.. Until the battery shat itself and started displaying fault codes every 3 days and running on limp home mode unless you reset the battery by disconnecting it for 2 hours. this became very tiresome and instead of taking it to Lexus to get it diagnosed and fixed for what i'd presumed would've been thousands of dollars, I traded it. looking back now, I wish I bought the GS430 V8 :D

    • @amazoidal
      @amazoidal 2 года назад +5

      You should have gotten a cheap $25 Bluetooth scanner and loaded "Dr. Prius" on your phone. It would tell you exactly what is wrong with your battery. Usually age causes high internal resistance. The real fix is to replace the old NiMH battery with lithium ion by installing a "Nexpower" battery. I just put one in my 2007 Prius. It costs $2500 which is only a little more than a new "old" battery from the dealer parts dept.

    • @blakestorey8946
      @blakestorey8946 Год назад

      @@amazoidal How do you find the Lithium ion battery? Very interested in it.

  • @kraminbris6980
    @kraminbris6980 Месяц назад

    I have a 2009 (3rd Gen) Prius that I bought with 190,000 km's on the clock, now has 230,000. The fact that taxis get 500,000++ Km's from them gave me confidence in buying one at 200,000 km's. Normal consumption is 4.5l/100Km. Great car, no issues - love Toyota's. Every now and then I engage the PWR mode and the car feels like it's on steroids (relatively speaking of course).

  • @mohamedchibanibahiamar9555
    @mohamedchibanibahiamar9555 2 года назад +1

    Great video. Honda Civic next?

  • @adamfreeman7052
    @adamfreeman7052 2 года назад

    I like your Dad costume Adz!

  • @johnknight9150
    @johnknight9150 4 месяца назад

    A VGA colour screen?! Luxury!

  • @stanleymakafui
    @stanleymakafui 2 года назад +2

    One thing that can go wrong is the ABS Actuator in the 2010 model (and maybe even 2011, not sure about that).

    • @amazoidal
      @amazoidal 2 года назад

      The 2010 was the first Prius with rear disc brakes. It took time to iron out some brake adjustments. On GEN 3, you have weak head gaskets, poorly designed electric water pump, a PCV valve mounted too low on the block, and an EGR valve/cooler that clogs.

  • @jdnrotterdam2150
    @jdnrotterdam2150 2 года назад +3

    I drive a 2012 Toyota prius for 5 and a half year now. Before it was my fathers business car. My consumption os 4,2 liters on 100 kilometers. I never had any issues with the car. Just the yearly maintenance at the Toyota dealer and there is always nothing wrong. It has 205.000 kilometers on the clock now. I’m still very happy with it. And I recommend everyone a prius.

    • @jdnrotterdam2150
      @jdnrotterdam2150 2 года назад +2

      About people that buys prius don’t like cars… i do like cars! And i like to drive! But still i drive a Prius. You have different kinds of car people

  • @masterbeuner8964
    @masterbeuner8964 2 года назад +5

    I have a Prius, thing has 408.000km thing never brakes down.

    • @suzie5813
      @suzie5813 Год назад

      Aggh what year and model??!

  • @besimperolli
    @besimperolli Год назад

    Hi, thank you for your wonderful videos. However, which one would you advise, Prius 3rd gen or Peugeot 508 Diesel hybrid 2012? Many thanks.

    • @ReDriven
      @ReDriven  Год назад +1

      Prius (or Lexus CT200h) mate! Thanks for enjoying the videos too.- AK

  • @4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt
    @4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt 2 года назад +2

    With the spike in current gas prices I’m thinking of buying a Prius.

  • @lmlmd2714
    @lmlmd2714 Год назад +1

    It's a such a shame we've never got the Prius plug-in directly available in Australia - they seem like an excellent extension of the Prius concept without having a ridiculously huge and ridiculously expensive EV battery.

    • @theairstig9164
      @theairstig9164 Год назад

      Prius Prime due in 2024. My bet is that initial volumes will be so low it will be near zero until 2025. Same price as a Tesla model 3. We were told numerous times the Prius Prime isn’t coming to Australia but the RAV4 Prime and Corolla PHEV are so just order one of those.
      Except there is SFA information on when they are coming

  • @jdnrotterdam2150
    @jdnrotterdam2150 2 года назад

    As a 2012 Prius owner i agreed that the digital display and the dashboard lights in oldschool green 80s 90s color is very dated that’s one of the things I don’t like. Why not make it white? Because than it looks a little more modern. Also you can’t debadge the car on the back to have a clean look. Because the letters are pinned in the 5th door… also very oldschool

  • @cassimkadarkhan7521
    @cassimkadarkhan7521 2 года назад

    Can you do mustang review and ford falcon

  • @user-qi3hb9sg8e
    @user-qi3hb9sg8e Год назад

    First of all - Thank you very much for a proper and fare eye level review. I "liked" you as well.
    Got a crucial question. So thinking of buying a secondhand 2014 210,000 k"m one. From a dealer so it looks great but - HOW MUCH DO I HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT MAINTENANCE? BATTERY? OTHER PARTS? appreciate a quick response🙂

    • @daweigo6851
      @daweigo6851 Год назад

      That's what this video is about....?

    • @Azman6800
      @Azman6800 Год назад

      Probably a bit late. I have owned 4 different Hybrid vehicles but never had a Gen3 Prius. However I believe at those Km's you should expect at least the next 3 years to be basically trouble free depending on how many Km's you do. So long as it's got a good service history it should be pretty good. I've found the Gen 2's do burn a bit of oil though. So probably should keep an eye on that.

  • @HOTMURTAZA000
    @HOTMURTAZA000 2 года назад

    can you review wrx please

  • @dadsfave
    @dadsfave 4 месяца назад

    My 04 has 390000 km and drives like new with original engine and hybrid battery.

  • @waynestatic2778
    @waynestatic2778 4 месяца назад

    What stud pattern they have? Is it 5x100 or 5x114.3?

  • @Sacredenergy
    @Sacredenergy 8 месяцев назад

    Your thoughts? I own a 2011 Prius Five Hatchback 4D.
    4-Cyl Hybrid , 1.8 Liter
    Automatic , CVT, 150k miles. In great condition. Sporty rims and tires. All leather seats. No issues. I was in an accident-a car cut in front of me on a green arrow. My front bumper and hood are damaged & need to be replaced. There is no structural damage, and the only thing that needs to be repaired in the motor is the AC generator in the radiator. My insurance is saying it’s a total loss. I don’t know what to do. My insurance is offering me money, or I can repurchase it from them and get it repaired myself. It’s mainly cosmetic. Do I take the money or keep the car?

  • @jimmywerner8233
    @jimmywerner8233 2 года назад +7

    If I had to I would own a Prius rather than any LPG car

    • @MrWilliam.Stewart
      @MrWilliam.Stewart 2 года назад

      All cars in North America are LPG. They all run on Gas.

    • @MrWilliam.Stewart
      @MrWilliam.Stewart 2 года назад +1

      The way the electric motor generator 1 work in conjunction with the internal combustion engine and electric motor generator 2 to produce not only drive and regen, but also offer the petrol engine variable ratio drive to the wheels using nothing more than a fixed planetary gear set, well when you understand how it works, it gets the inner engineer far more excited than any conventional super car, or any modern electric only car. It just does.
      If nothing elses, the Toyota hybrid system uses it's battery to energize an electric motor (or two) to facilitate the ultimate control over the gear ratio between piston engine output speed to wheel speed, the fact it can be used to recoup energy on de acceleration is just another bonus.

  • @byyyya2527
    @byyyya2527 2 года назад +3

    Can u guys do a video for Mitsubishi lancer es plz!! There are lots of them in the market

  • @nr1fan4all
    @nr1fan4all 2 года назад +3

    With the gas prices on the rise, driving a cheap hybrid will make you seem like a smart guy, compared to the stigma of a "guy that does not care for what he drives" these cars has couple of years ago.

  • @kmuinde
    @kmuinde 2 года назад

    the looks though,

  • @airborneranger-ret
    @airborneranger-ret Год назад

    4:00 - "It's aging quite well" - agreed :)
    5:00 'It's the go-to car if you don't car about cars" - I disagree. I have a Mercedes and a Lexus. My Prius is my "go-to" car for commuting to work ;)

  • @ru6886
    @ru6886 2 года назад +4

    Can you guys do a series for used cars for first time buyers?

    • @ru6886
      @ru6886 2 года назад

      @Master Yoshi I mean first time buyers would be buying small cars and hatchbacks

    • @ru6886
      @ru6886 2 года назад +1

      @Master Yoshi I live in London so I can’t buy an old car because of emission regulations and whatnot but the suggests you gave are pretty popular over

  • @musclesmouse
    @musclesmouse 7 месяцев назад

    it saves money on the driving.
    DVD gps sucked even when new.

  • @rightsmite
    @rightsmite Год назад

    How is this carbon the Highway. Long distance 65 MPH??

  • @bobusmh9542
    @bobusmh9542 9 месяцев назад

    Is this car economic car ? I’m really interested to buy one soon and I’m ready confusing I have a diesel car and the diesel price go up here in Ireland can you please advise me guys thanks

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart 8 месяцев назад

    In the automotive timeline there are two distinct periods, post arse, and pre arse. Love them or hate them, they are a brilliant piece of engineering.

  • @jeanpierreneuville3667
    @jeanpierreneuville3667 3 месяца назад

    I have 2010 prius and 400000 km with lpg gaz only change head gasket at 200000 km mycar no burn oil i change oil every 10000km and never add oil i from belgium 😊

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart 2 года назад

    Hell yeah

  • @typeins
    @typeins 6 месяцев назад

    Test the one from 2016

  • @rakeshpopat8188
    @rakeshpopat8188 Год назад

    In the UK all Toyota priuse are almost 200k mileage second hand cost cheapest £10k 2008 model.

    • @kerrysmith7598
      @kerrysmith7598 Год назад

      holy cow that's rough. I bought my 2008 for the equivalent of £5260. ( I'm in Australia ) with 90700 miles

  • @daviddenley3512
    @daviddenley3512 2 года назад +1

    Well that's strange...usually when I'm not keen on a car Hell will freeze over before I change my mind but...You changed my opinion without any Witchcraft!!!
    Are you even human 🙀

  • @ken_guler
    @ken_guler 6 месяцев назад

    you cant brake this car never ever i had for 6 years i am damn i sold it it was itech top range 2013 amazing car mate j m planning buying again

  • @johnhannonHanno
    @johnhannonHanno 2 года назад

    It is submarine technology that is over 100 years old. Why aren't there more?

  • @traceycrawford9938
    @traceycrawford9938 Год назад +1

    Can anyone tell me what the previous generation Prius is like? I’m in Australia too and very interested in buying a 2nd generation.

    • @terryterry1655
      @terryterry1655 Год назад

      Why 2nd,wen u can buy 3rd gen

    • @traceycrawford9938
      @traceycrawford9938 Год назад

      @@terryterry1655 Can’t afford 3rd Gen

    • @kerrysmith7598
      @kerrysmith7598 Год назад +1

      I have a 2008, ( second generation. cost me 10,000 private sale ) wirh 146,000 k. September 2022. best car I've ever owned, but make sure you have complete history of servicing, parts replacement etc.. of you research a prospective car, and shop around, you should be good. make sure you feel good driving it.
      good luck.
      P.S. I found mine on gumtree

    • @traceycrawford9938
      @traceycrawford9938 7 месяцев назад

      @@kerrysmith7598Thanks very much ☺️

  • @Jacob_1775
    @Jacob_1775 Год назад

    3:44 i agree mate i aint laughing at you

  • @nizm0man
    @nizm0man 2 года назад +3

    11:16 no no no, do NOT put LED bulbs in low and high beams.

  • @gcb4763
    @gcb4763 2 года назад +1

    Still the greatest.

  • @robertamoyaw8812
    @robertamoyaw8812 6 месяцев назад

    Considering the resale value , it looks the Camry hybrids are more inspirational 😂

  • @daweigo6851
    @daweigo6851 Год назад

    Maybe Camry more expensive as uber drivers love them 😮?

  • @buddahae86
    @buddahae86 2 года назад

    Ahhh the old EX30 Lexus prIuS.

  • @bumholetickl3r
    @bumholetickl3r 2 года назад

    Hello!

  • @Skywards00
    @Skywards00 Год назад

    Best looking Prius, the latest is a mess of angles and lines.

  • @estabanb55
    @estabanb55 2 года назад

    I'm guessing in other countries everybody is left-handed

  • @thetravellinghillbillies5386
    @thetravellinghillbillies5386 2 года назад +2

    Driven the previous generation as a taxi. There OK reliable and boring. The pruis and camry of that Era all have those plastics that squeak and rattle and the arm rests always Crack and break. Makes sense these days with the eye watering price of fuel.

  • @larryroth100
    @larryroth100 2 года назад +3

    Don't buy a Prius. Why? A new Camry Ascent Sport Hybrid is cheaper! I just got a brand new one. It's awesome in every way.

  • @productwholeslave2122
    @productwholeslave2122 Год назад

    Prii, maybe.
    As in alumnus, alumni

  • @chadergeist
    @chadergeist 2 года назад +2

    I'm not a fan of the middle console and i don't like leather.

    • @pices229
      @pices229 2 года назад +1

      It's not real leather. 😁

    • @chadergeist
      @chadergeist 2 года назад

      @@pices229 Faux leather, real leather...it's the same feeling! Slippery, sticky and doesn't feel comfortable on my skin. LOL!

    • @pices229
      @pices229 2 года назад

      @@chadergeist bahahaha! Tomato Tomahto!

    • @chadergeist
      @chadergeist 2 года назад

      @@pices229 Weirdo! SMH!

  • @waterbourne9282
    @waterbourne9282 6 месяцев назад +3

    Toyota Pious, for those amongst us who like to demonstrate their moral and righteous superiority as they drive along in the fast lane, below the speed limit.

  • @dougwilliams8602
    @dougwilliams8602 9 месяцев назад

    Not unless you can afford replacing the battery