2012 Toyota PRIUS | an average guy's review

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  • Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2024

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  • @Side-Quest-Workshop
    @Side-Quest-Workshop 9 лет назад +67

    This is the most no-nonsense review of the Prius I've seen. Thank you for bringing up details that none of the other car reviewers bring up.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  9 лет назад +1

      Sarah Joy Thank you for your kind words :) and for watching my video :)

  • @MrTeacher9
    @MrTeacher9 11 лет назад +23

    I've been watching a lot of Prius videos on here lately because I'm thinking about getting one. This is one of the best and most informative reviews I've seen so far. Thanks!

  • @DanielCruz-pv2wo
    @DanielCruz-pv2wo 10 лет назад +37

    My 2012 Prius consistently gets between 55 and 60 mpg.

  • @willillybab6425
    @willillybab6425 10 лет назад +36

    SOLUTION to the car's quietness near kids on bikes = Roll down the car's windows and crank up the car's radio; that works.

  • @mikefly562
    @mikefly562 11 лет назад +11

    I rented a 2013 Prius Two for a 3200 m ile road trip. Car was awesome, and very comfortable, and had plenty of power. I was even able to go 80+ on steep mountain passes. With 3200 miles, I averaged 49.7 miles per gallon in all types of traffic and highway driving. After I turned in the rental car, I drove my old car to the Toyota dealership and bought a new 2013 Prius Four w/ sunroof. Car is awesome!

  • @57geronimo
    @57geronimo 11 лет назад +7


    Thanks for the great video
    I read the first page of comments and have heard them all. Don't really agree with all of the comments, but oh well.
    Funny story; I sold my 2000 Jeep TJ that had a Chevy V8 and no longer needed a pulling vehicle so we traded in my 2011 Dodge Ram Sport crew cab for a 2012 Prius 2 to save a little cash on fuel. I had run the numbers and expected to save $2000 for 12,000 miles in one year, and accomplished the goal. The max we got was 72.4 MPG, and on a weekly basis we get around 50 MPG.
    My wife and I love the car, It has changed our driving style (ok mine) for the good. I wish everyone drove a Prius, it would be a lot safer out there.
    Thanks for your time. MDG

  • @smoothvelvetsinger
    @smoothvelvetsinger 5 лет назад +7

    This was a cool review, thanks. I have two Priuses myself. I love the look of the Prius, especially the third generation. The pearly white looks best. I can't understand why anyone would dislike the look.

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  5 лет назад

      I agree with you. The ride rocks! If they made it with AWD I’d be in for life 👍🏽

    • @timursimon3557
      @timursimon3557 4 года назад

      @@averageguytested they do have AWD Prius now

    • @brucelee9941
      @brucelee9941 4 года назад +2

      2012-2015 Pearl white with the 17 rims is my favorite combo on Prius. I just purchased a 2012 pearl white.

  • @Susazeu
    @Susazeu 7 лет назад

    For years I was a sucker for the VW Beetle whirring sound. It'd shake me to the core. Now I'm loving the whirring of the electric engines. Bravo for the video!!!

  • @ryanenstad8928
    @ryanenstad8928 8 лет назад +1

    Got a promotion at work a couple of years ago but it came with a catch - a 75 mile commute. 😖. Thought a motorcycle was the answer but learned quickly how impractical it can be in 110°+ temps and gale force winds or rain. Started looking into a high mpg commuter vehicle. Prius was at the top of the list. Who's review popped up? 😊
    Bought one of these. A 2013 model Prius 3. Everything you mentioned in this review was spot on. Well, except for the mpg. I'm averaging 45mpg. 95% of the commute is freeway tho, so it's still pretty damn good. I'm loving it!!
    Thanks Tony!!

  • @maroney72
    @maroney72 11 лет назад +7

    Thank you for the excellent review. We are considering purchasing a 2013 Prius 3 and just test drove one. I went in thinking "glorified golf cart"...I left thinking "Wow, quality car...with a ton of safety features" ....That dare I say was....Fun to drive. Oh and as you may have mentioned.....50 miles per gallon!.. Haha Thanks again.

  • @mpmceo
    @mpmceo 7 лет назад

    We put our son into a 2010 Prius. Added a little something with tinted windows, alloy rims, subs, etc. He drives like a typical teenager and still gets around 48mpg. He puts a lot of miles on between school and sports practice. When it cost $14 to fill up gotta love it.

  • @MATTHXWZ
    @MATTHXWZ 3 года назад +1

    Watching this in 2021…this video made me want this car even more …

  • @coolgadgetreviews
    @coolgadgetreviews 7 лет назад

    the best prius review ever!! other car experts saying bad things about this car but truly this car is awesome and hybrid is the future!!

  • @LindaJB2
    @LindaJB2 7 лет назад

    I bought a 2012 Prius Two lift-back brand new in June 2012. It appears from the dash on your vehicle that you may also have the "Two" (no GPS or back-up camera). I have been very satisfied with my Prius. I consistently get 35-40 MPG in the city (I'm heavy on the accelerator in getting to work, so use the engine more than the motor) and get about 50-55 MPG on the highway. I work in town and on average fill my tank only once a month. If I had to do it again, I would get the back-up camera (which I believe may be standard in the Prius models after 2012), because of the blind spots on the back side panels, but I've gotten used to them. Thanks for the review!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      Thanks for watching- may I ask what lead you to my video? I always wonder why people look at reviews of cars they own. :)

  • @geodeaholicm4889
    @geodeaholicm4889 7 лет назад

    i've had my '07 for going on 9 yrs/150k miles, drove it all over the oil patch in addition to visiting 10 states & it has been real reliable. if/when i wear it out i'll git another.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    my thoughts exactly! I love the prius! Thanks for watching my video and for your cool comment! Tony

  • @cateyes97
    @cateyes97 3 года назад +1

    I'm a new owner of a 2013 and I LOVE IT!!!!

  • @MarioRoussel
    @MarioRoussel 11 лет назад

    Like you said with your friends, everybody dislike the Prius or have these preconceived ideas that it's a bad car, but I'm happy to see that you did a nice, honest & Positive review of the car... Good Job !!

  • @Linn85
    @Linn85 9 лет назад +12

    I am thinking about getting a Prius, because of lost of reasons! :) Great review! Toyota is usually good quality!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  9 лет назад

      +Linn Jones Thank you Linn! I love the Prius! Good luck :)

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    Thank you! I loved driving the PRIUS! Thanks for watching my video!

  • @ahamedmulthazim4765
    @ahamedmulthazim4765 10 лет назад +6

    Nice car . I own 2012 model super drive.spacious',very economical

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад +1

    interesting to see what comes next! thanks for watching my video :) Tony

  • @pineapplescrew
    @pineapplescrew 10 лет назад +4

    Wow! I loved your review! And you know this car gets dumped on so much and its only because of its look and the stereotype that goes with it! I rented one and I found it to be responsive and comfortable. And hey my regular ride is a Dodge charger. My thought is many people such as myself commute to work; being farely young I tend to travel lightly on weekends and off days and guess what our gas which is a fading resource will become higher and higher so ...

  • @fkporsche1
    @fkporsche1 11 лет назад +8

    Good fun review.

  • @CindyMurphyPDX
    @CindyMurphyPDX 7 месяцев назад +1

    I live in Portland, OR, where there are lots of pedestrians and bike riders. I am aware that walkers and bikers can not hear my car. So, here's my question. If I switch to power mode, will the car make more of a "car noise"?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  6 месяцев назад

      The answer is no - it’s super quiet all the time.

  • @cgrisetti87
    @cgrisetti87 11 лет назад

    Really loved your review. Purchasing one of these in about 2 months.

  • @brorowcarwiz
    @brorowcarwiz 12 лет назад

    Cool review! What was your average gas mileage? Anywhere near 50? Personally, I don't like hybrids, but thats just me. Do you think that hybrids are worth the price premium? My point being, a 2013 Hyundai Elantra is rated to get 33 mpg combined and 40 mpg hwy, thats less than the Prius' 50, but comparable equipped Elantras are considerably cheaper to buy.

  • @13robj
    @13robj 7 лет назад

    Wow! First time coming across your channel, really great review! Concise, informative, entertaining! Keep it up! 👍🏻

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    I hear the cost comparisons - but there's something really cool about the PRIUS. and I literally did not fill up the tank all day when driving from NYC to Rochester. I gotta get over to your channel and check out your new vids

  • @danielbob1973
    @danielbob1973 7 лет назад

    i have watched this video for up to 10 times now. best review for a prius

  • @liamcritchlow1265
    @liamcritchlow1265 9 лет назад +1

    Good to see a Prius out on the road

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    hey there. I met a guy that specializes in used Prius vehicles. I can ask him about the battery issue and get back to you.

  • @vladcontact
    @vladcontact 10 лет назад +3

    Good review, interesting details
    Thank you!

  • @prettylittlephotons
    @prettylittlephotons 5 лет назад +1

    Thoroughly enjoyed your review!

  • @Dakobah20
    @Dakobah20 3 года назад +1

    can you or any prius owner tell me how looking in the back window while driving is? it seems that bar would be a distraction/hinderance seeing the cars behind you in the rearview mirror.

  • @pedrof830
    @pedrof830 12 лет назад

    Tony, great review, tell me how is that engine shut off diff from stop/start system in some new cars?

  • @bluemarvel4601
    @bluemarvel4601 5 лет назад +1

    I'm looking to test drive and hopefully buy one.

  • @trinitystar10210
    @trinitystar10210 12 лет назад

    Great video Tony!! Im unsure of these cars but I think they are good looking and from seeing you in it looks like there is a lot of room within. Ohh and I love the cubby holes!! (cubby? lol idk) HIII :)

  • @mokumkat
    @mokumkat 9 лет назад +4

    Is it forbidden by law to have side blinkers in the mirrors of cars in general or is it just not featured on the US-Prius? I own the European edition which has blinkers in the mirrors. I also like my Prius a lot and even use it as a student driver car for my driving school in Amsterdam, Holland

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  9 лет назад

      +mokumkat no, there are many autos with side blinkers on the roads here in the US. he Prius is a great vehicle! driving school :) you are a brave man!

    • @mokumkat
      @mokumkat 8 лет назад

      Thank you for your comment, yes I did see cars in the US with side blinkers too. Perhaps the ones from Prius are not up to US safety regulations...or it's a matter of taste. I found out the hard way that replacing those blinkers is quite expensive. I never owned a nicer car though.

  • @georgeclemenceau7317
    @georgeclemenceau7317 5 лет назад +1

    Great review, many thanks and yes I have subscribed...

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад +1

    I hear that the Prius C is sluggish, but the PRIUS is pretty cool! Thanks for watching my video!

  • @rydervrchota
    @rydervrchota 3 года назад +1

    best. car review. i’ve ever seen!

  • @wailisam2079
    @wailisam2079 5 лет назад +1

    That was a cool review, I have ever seen it and give me more trust to buy this car !!!Thanks

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    thanks Mario! I know it's generally cool to beat on the Hybrids - but the Prius ROCKS! I seriously thought about buying one - and probably should have! Tony

  • @quantummandavid
    @quantummandavid 9 лет назад +8

    amazing video
    50mpg guys

  • @watchandjewelryloft4713
    @watchandjewelryloft4713 5 лет назад

    I've been considering getting a second vehicle again. Had an 07 Civic Hybrid in the past, but sold it. I was thinking of getting another this time, but started to compare the Prius. Your video is really solid. There are a lot of videos that are either vague or just plain annoying to watch. Thanks. Any tips for the used market?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  11 месяцев назад

      I wish I did have some solid aftermarket tips. I met a guy in Corinth Mississippi that buys and sells used Prius models. He said that they are a terrific used vehicle. I can’t find his contact info, but if I do I’ll send it your way.

  • @sabiqoon
    @sabiqoon 7 лет назад

    I loved this review. Thank you for posting this stuff.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    Thanks Kim! How's your golf game?

  • @gene978
    @gene978 12 лет назад

    Hey Tony! Ive been waiting for this one I'm not a Prius hater. I actually like the New Look but what I don't like and I think they could really wow the look of the car with really cool wheels. The base wheels on the first 4 level Prius are just hard to get passed. They could do so much better to make the car pop. That said, I remember getting 50-60 MPG With my unsafe 3cyl 60HP Chevy Sprint. I LOVED IT! I had that car 4 years and sold it for more money then I paid almost double in fact. It was

  • @immanuelcarter6713
    @immanuelcarter6713 8 лет назад +1

    Great reviews as always keep it up

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    Love the Prius. Do you have the C and V models over there?

  • @TheAussieBakery
    @TheAussieBakery 12 лет назад

    Hmmm...well, well, well. You know, I was expecting (hoping) to have an opportunity to dis your review of the PRIUS - but dammit, looks like you're more convincing/persausive than I gave you credit for, because I find myself liking it. Not sure that I'd buy it, but I'd definitely consider hiring one - and would definitely put my children in one for a first car. Lookin good Tony, though it always concerns me when you drive off and leave your camera behind....lol.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    awesome! congrats! I should have gone with the Prius too! I went for the Camry SE - like it a lot - but 50 MPG!!! enjoy your Prius!

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    the engine shut off can be a bit strange in the beginning - but you quickly get used to it. I haven't driven a vehicle with a stop/start system yet. I'll let u know.

  • @dansaghin1
    @dansaghin1 6 лет назад +1

    great review, thank you!!! I`m looking to buy one myself

  • @Kim3Chang
    @Kim3Chang 12 лет назад

    Looks pretty roomy coming from an average guy. I just love the smooth engine, when the car is in motion, you can't even hear it. I have a few friends that drives Prius, sometimes they like to sneak up on me. = ) I rented a 2012 Mazda 6, love the interior & their gadgets. Goes pretty fast, definitely did a lot of changes with their engine. Have a fantastic week T.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    Thanks Tim. How's it going?

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    my camera was almost stolen in Florida. I came back and the buggers where about to make off with it. funny. Send Toyota a note and tell them to sponsor my show :)

  • @hokeonglok2067
    @hokeonglok2067 11 лет назад

    I own the same Prius... Average consumption 4.3-4.5 L/100KM. And I am fully satisfy with that!

  • @High2Tension
    @High2Tension 11 лет назад

    bro m getting a 2007 model, should i buy? the question is i really dont know how much the batteries are used n who knows if they need a change after 10k or so? should i but 2007 or not as its 6 years old now. n issue is the batteries

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    yes - it's a great car! have you driven the Ford Fusion Hybrid?

  • @audriusa5368
    @audriusa5368 5 лет назад +1

    Awesome review!

  • @shawnriv9
    @shawnriv9 11 лет назад

    How is the Prius in the snow? I live in northern New England (New Hampshire to be exact) and we get heavy snowfall during the winter months. I currently drive a Volkswagen Golf and I'm all over the road and feel extremely unsafe while driving in snow. Would you recommend the Prius to someone who lives in a state where the weather can become very dangerous during the winter months? Thanks.

    • @danielbob1973
      @danielbob1973 7 лет назад

      I guarantee you that you will feel more safe in a prius than a golf in snow. However, prius is not a 4 wheel drive

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      Heavy and low center of gravity because of the batteries.

  • @brianmcg321
    @brianmcg321 10 лет назад +4

    Awesome review.

  • @monimarz
    @monimarz 12 лет назад

    What car do you drive? The steering wheel is very similar to the Honda Civic. You'll have to wait for a "cheap" hybrid, unless you want a Prius C 2013. You do realize he was driving the basic model.

  • @James-zu1ij
    @James-zu1ij 7 лет назад

    The only advantage a hybrid has is to recover energy from deceleration and hills which is very inefficient (about 15%) so without the electric motor a Prius would get about 48mpg

  • @worldwidehappiness
    @worldwidehappiness 4 года назад +1

    How many miles per gallon does this car get?

  • @Jay-vw6hn
    @Jay-vw6hn 6 лет назад +1

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE TOYATA PRIUS.

  • @MrCpBong
    @MrCpBong 10 лет назад +2

    I kinda expected the "50 miles per gallon" at the end! haha

  • @virgilrw
    @virgilrw 7 лет назад

    I just bought one and everything he is saying is the gospel truth.
    I LOVE THIS CAR!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад +1

      Indeed - I'm jealous, bro

    • @virgilrw
      @virgilrw 7 лет назад

      theMediaMart
      There also is a learning curve because it does not run like a conventional car and most of the time you can't hear that it's on even though you're moving forward. It's a surreal experience for real!

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      Indeed. And instant power out in the highway.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    sweet little ride! good luck and let me know when you get it! :)

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    The Prius ROCKS!

  • @airtouch01
    @airtouch01 12 лет назад

    Very good review of the prius

  • @jaytrock3217
    @jaytrock3217 10 лет назад

    I have the Lexus CT. Love it. I really do not like the center information center or whatever you want to call in on the Prius. I am getting around 45mpg real world and I drive in sport mode most of the time.

  • @ragnarocking
    @ragnarocking 11 лет назад

    Most reviews i've seen on RUclips immediately dismissed the Prius before even stepping foot in it. Apart from your questionable taste in music (George Michael, seriously?), I thought this was a good, honest and fair review. I'm deciding between the C-Max, Prius and Jetta (Hybrid).

  • @farhan007
    @farhan007 11 лет назад

    Do people who say the Prius has power only have driven a Geo metro beforehand?

  • @jakehorror
    @jakehorror 8 лет назад +1

    How many miles pr gallon do you get?

  • @Choice777
    @Choice777 8 лет назад

    very nice review average guy.

  • @skhirtladzee
    @skhirtladzee 7 лет назад

    hi please help me if you can tell me how I can switch fahrenheit to celsius? thanks

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      It should be in the owners manual. You can google it too.

  • @johnleelee2702
    @johnleelee2702 10 лет назад

    Yea you're right. You don't feel unsafe... until you hit something.
    Watch the following crash test: The door came off!!! How safe it is!
    2014 Toyota Prius small overlap IIHS crash test

    • @EricS83
      @EricS83 9 лет назад

      Just watched your video link, You should watch it again. The door didn't come off, just the outside panel/covering. There's nothing unsafe about that for the occupants of the car.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    yeah Rebecca is pretty darn rockin' :) thank Pedro!

  • @bobbybajwa2270
    @bobbybajwa2270 11 лет назад

    What car do you drive Tony?

  • @honkytonk2010
    @honkytonk2010 12 лет назад

    Great review thanks for sharing.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    Congrats!! I LOVE them!

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    ha ha - careless whisper - I'm a product of the 80's my friend - not the best times for music or cars...
    I've heard good things about the CMax, but I have yet to test one. What I will say is that I have driven the Ford Fusion Hybrid and it ROCKS! I have yet to test or even see the VW Hybrid, but I hear that their TDI is amazing. Let me know what you decide to do. T

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    thanks my friend!! shout outs back @ cha!

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    and thank you for watching my video!

  • @icebread9335
    @icebread9335 7 лет назад

    can you drive only with the electric engine, and also Charge the battery?

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      I don't believe you can, but I will check.

    • @icebread9335
      @icebread9335 7 лет назад

      yeah, after that comment i did a bit Research, and it says there is a plugin hybrid, well just a hybrid with a bigger battery

    • @averageguytested
      @averageguytested  7 лет назад

      Got it, you beat me to the punch 🤛

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    I LOVE the Prius! enjoy yours!

  • @brorowcarwiz
    @brorowcarwiz 12 лет назад

    Yeah, the Prius is "cool" in its own unique, quirky way. Plus you can't beat that! Thats a crapton of fuel range!!! Take your time on my vids... they aren't going anywhere haha.

  • @DavidAlvarez-qv2nu
    @DavidAlvarez-qv2nu 7 лет назад

    how is the insurance on this car is that EXPENSIVE?

  • @pedrof830
    @pedrof830 12 лет назад

    Tony, you're my favorite car reviewer , however even you will have to admit that Rebecca from autobuyer from the UK is easier on the eyes, no offense meant to you.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  12 лет назад

    I agree about the wheels. love the PRIUS though. thanks Gene!

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    LOVE the Prius - RIGHT on!

  • @Pisces022588
    @Pisces022588 11 лет назад

    i can't wait to get mines. i want it exactly because its talked about, made fun of and deemed "uncool" its different and fabulous just like me. :-) lol

  • @dgtlrssn
    @dgtlrssn 9 лет назад

    I live in colorado so sadly i'm not seeing 50 mpg in my 2012 prius but i'm still getting 42 mpg in the summer

    • @Choice777
      @Choice777 8 лет назад

      I always drive on eco mode, and also if you've got cruise control, that helps a lot!

    • @Choice777
      @Choice777 8 лет назад

      and I do taxi with it, get 55-65... ice has 72 after 89 miles.. but 55+ is normal.

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    thanks for the input!

  • @averageguytested
    @averageguytested  11 лет назад

    Thanks my friend!

  • @MajorSlaughterPR
    @MajorSlaughterPR 11 лет назад

    Good review!

  • @knudsandbknielsen1612
    @knudsandbknielsen1612 6 лет назад

    According you Google, 50 miles per gallon is only about 21 km/l - less than two thids of the WV Lupo. Also, gasoline engines are far less efficient than EV's, the real deal.