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2024 Toyota Prius Prime Review // The PERFECT daily driver?

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  • Опубликовано: 6 авг 2024
  • #Toyota #Prius #Priusprime #phev #hybrid #mpg
    The new #toyotaprius is a tech nerd's dream. 3 Different ways to power the car?! #hothatch powertrain + 50 miles per gallon!
    The 2023 Prius Prime plug-in hybrid model offers customers the flexibility of getting around town in zero emission EV or road tripping in hybrid mode. And now, this plug-in hybrid offers a thrilling experience in its own right - by bringing even more performance and technology to an already incredible package. With a larger lithium-ion battery that increases its EV range by more than 50% over the previous range of 25 miles, a sleek, sporty exterior design and updates throughout, this Prius Prime is designed to perform and surprise.
    00:00 - 0-60, MPG, Range
    02:11 - Exterior
    04:11 - Charging
    04:35 - Backseat
    05:54 - Cockpit
    08:44 - Solar Roof worth it?
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  • @KealeyOnCars
    @KealeyOnCars 2 месяца назад +30

    I plugged it in each night or at shopping centers and around town. I drove 900 miles the week I had it and did it all on one tank. Love the prime!

  • @philipershler420
    @philipershler420 2 месяца назад +42

    Believe it or not, we had been trying to obtain a Plugin Prius since the spring of 2021. As soon as the latest version of the Prius Prime was announced, we put down deposits at three different Toyota Dealerships to try to get one. However, living in Utah (a non CARB) state, as of this date NO Prius Primes have been allocated to any local dealers. We were fortunate enough to locate a Wind Pearl White XSE Prius Prime Ltd. at Bighorn Toyota in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. It was an easy five hour drive to drive over.
    I agree with almost of all of Kirk’s comments about the XSE Prius Prime. It is a bit expensive. Ours sold exactly at the window sticker MSRP, at almost the same price as his test model.
    We are not put off by the amount of hard plastic moldings in the interior. It is easier to keep clean than softer trims. Our previous 2014 Prius had lots of soft trim. It was a pain to keep clean. The sound level in the car is not too bad, but most of noise comes from the factory tires when driving on anything less than smooth paving. We drove a 2000 mile round trip to see the Solar Eclipse. It was absolutely a pleasure to drive. Now at home, we plug it in with the supplied level one charger. We see the gas station about once every six weeks or so. If we had to do it all over again, we wouldn’t change a thing. BTW, our iPhones wirelessly connect to Apple Car Play without any issues whatsoever. 😁

    • @TomLawlor-iq6gm
      @TomLawlor-iq6gm 2 месяца назад +5

      Similar story here. We ordered a 2022 Prime (a red one), and had to wait 21 months for delivery. But, we ended-up with the Pearl better actually and, it took us two weeks to realize, the car is not white. If you look really closely at the paint you'll see what I mean. After nine weeks and 1,250+ miles, there's still a third of the dealer tank left. We run in EV mode as much as possible because that's the cheapest approach for us. Love this car.

    • @philipershler420
      @philipershler420 2 месяца назад +1

      I agree that the paint is certainly quite white. But in the sun, when you can assess the color it’s really gorgeous.

    • @vevenaneathna
      @vevenaneathna Месяц назад

      huh, i bought a 2013 chevy volt for 7k and modded it to have a solar roof and an extra 4kwh of battery for another 500$. getting 50-55miles of range. has twice the battery. its got about the same curb weight and slightly less hp out of the electric motors. idk if plug in people want to save money, this is the way i would go. my insurance is 21 bucks a month lol. saved 2k in gas my first year driving it. electric stuff basically doesnt break down and the motor actually protects the battery from the cold and over discharging on long drives. 10 kwh of battery though youre going to be charging and discharging the battery every day twice as much as an old volt.

    • @philipershler420
      @philipershler420 Месяц назад +1

      @@vevenaneathna Huh, is right. What do you do when you run out of range on a road trip? Do you just park it in the sun for hours and hours? If you run out of range at sundown, do you just camp out for the night and hope the next day isn’t cloudy? The plugin Prius Prime is a Hybrid. Between the battery range and the fuel in the tank, it has well over 450 miles. More if much regenerated power is available. At home we just plug it in at night and run on pure EV power for almost all trips. We typically only visit the gas station around 6-8 weeks. The solar panels on our roof, more than offset most of the charging current.

    • @vevenaneathna
      @vevenaneathna Месяц назад

      @@philipershler420 mr philip, the chevy volt is a plug in hybrid also. it has a gas generator with ~350-400 mile range. i know the new phev owners feel like they have to explain their car to everyone still, but jsut know chevy volt owners have been having to do the same explaining for 15 years already lol

  • @camgere
    @camgere 2 месяца назад +58

    2024 Toyota Prius Prime 0 - 60 mph in 6.59 seconds. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 350 0 - 60 mph 7.9 seconds. These are the good old days.

    • @mofayer
      @mofayer 2 месяца назад +7

      Tesla 3 Base and wrx both do 5.5 to 60 for the similar price of the Prime. * For context if you're looking for budget midsize sedan speed.

    • @cuve_ae
      @cuve_ae 2 месяца назад +1

      @@mofayeryeah only negative is it’s a Tesla, I’m a fan of Elon Musk but Tesla needs to stop promising the world and focus on quality over quantity.

    • @ytuuuidvb6181
      @ytuuuidvb6181 2 месяца назад +3

      ​@@cuve_aeit's your idol elmo who constantly making pr stunts that's crippling tesla

    • @mofayer
      @mofayer 2 месяца назад +1

      @@ytuuuidvb6181 it never ceases to amaze me just how well the media programmes people to be afraid of this or that. His opinions are "controversial" only because news keeps repeating that word every time they talk about him. 🐑.

    • @SupremeSign
      @SupremeSign Месяц назад +3

      @@mofayer Seems you may be programmed as well.

  • @Mylifeislegendary982-vd3vI
    @Mylifeislegendary982-vd3vI 2 месяца назад +17

    PRIUS / PRIUS PRIME are excellent compact cars and segment leader without a question.great job by Toyota.👑👑👑

  • @KreeH2023
    @KreeH2023 2 месяца назад +10

    Totally agree with you on the PHEVs! I wish they offered a AWD version of the Prime. One good thing about Toyota and Prius is they have great reliability. My 2010 Gen 3 is runs great, even the interior looks great after 14 years (silver paint not so much!).

  • @InternetDude
    @InternetDude 2 месяца назад +16

    I drove Prius & Prius PHV from 2008-2015, still love the Prius. Wish they had a Lexus version.

  • @garrettcasper338
    @garrettcasper338 2 месяца назад +14

    I’d totally slap a GR badge on this one

  • @michaelunger1810
    @michaelunger1810 Месяц назад +4

    I bought the 2024 Prius Prime XSE in red, have 3k miles on it and love it. I carefully compared it with the prius hybrid and glad I spent the extra money on the prime. It's easy to charge overnight in my garage and I'm consistently getting 40 miles of electric miles per charge. I love almost never needing to go to the gas station and the added cost to my monthly energy bill isn't very much. The car drives like a dream especially in electric mode, it just quietly glides along with power when you want it. I'm glad I'm not trying to drive with a light foot in order to get good gas miles as I would have if I bought the hybrid. The prime also feels a bit heavier than the hybrid which makes the steering feel a bit different. I highly recommend to go for the top of the line prime in order to get the better sound system if you enjoy music. All of the criticisms about this car such as, steering wheel position, rear view visibility, big front pillars, etc... I have gotten used to and do not think they are a big deal. I'd say the pillars may be the biggest consideration as there are times when I do need to look around them when turning. My only real disappointment is that they didn't allow for the sunroof to slide open but at least it's glass. Highly recommended.

  • @jxmar_
    @jxmar_ 2 месяца назад +15

    This thing in EV mode is just as fast as the previous gen😵

  • @markaruski
    @markaruski 2 месяца назад +6

    Fun review, I love the car, just wish (like so many things) it wasn't so expensive. Thanks Kirk!

  • @RockMiach
    @RockMiach 2 месяца назад +3

    Great review! Sorry to hear about not being able to get one Kirk. Never give up!

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +2

      Thanks man! Just not worth it to me right now. Love the car to pieces though.

  • @GlitterGuru
    @GlitterGuru 2 месяца назад +8

    Lexus needs to bring this back as the CT

    • @rxonmymind8362
      @rxonmymind8362 Месяц назад

      Lexus needs to stop stealing from Toyota then complaining about it eating into their sales figures.

  • @N20Joe
    @N20Joe 2 месяца назад +9

    We need a Corolla Prime

  • @ceasarmartinez8447
    @ceasarmartinez8447 2 месяца назад +26

    I dropped by a Toyota dealer one day. There’s no one there. I’m the only customer. All the salespeople are congregating on one place bantering. I drive Toyota all my life; bought lots Toyota. When I used to go to Toyota dealers, there’s lots people all the time. Now you do not see a soul and they are claiming that Toyota cars are selling like a hotcakes. Are they making up the cars shortage so they can charge more? I’m not paying $5k over and above the MSRP! I’ll keep my cars forever or until the dealers prices comes down to earth!

    • @OldSparks
      @OldSparks 2 месяца назад +1

      You have to negotiate like hell to get it at MSRP, but it is possible.

    • @begley09
      @begley09 Месяц назад

      Had no problem getting it here in Canada for MSRP

    • @pineapple8407
      @pineapple8407 Месяц назад +2

      Remember when if you paid MSRP it was a rip off? Miss those days

    • @Malinkadink
      @Malinkadink Месяц назад +5

      @@pineapple8407 lol so true, people just need to be patient if a new vehicle comes out wait a year or two and get them used. Some cars depreciate over 50% in just a couple years its crazy foolish to pay new for them.

    • @jaredperkins6291
      @jaredperkins6291 24 дня назад

      Most people do the entire car buying experience online nowadays ,you wont see many at the dealership anymore

  • @samsacre
    @samsacre 2 месяца назад

    I am happy with my '24midnight black limited hybrid! This car is more refined than any of the other generations! Loaded with features! Quick all wheel drive makes it a fun car handles well! it sits lower in the seat than other generations! Have heard some complaints on the forums, but I am a mid 60s boomer and have no problem!

  • @readtherealanthonyfaucibyr6444
    @readtherealanthonyfaucibyr6444 2 месяца назад +9

    I really appreciate how they have a solar roof option. Trickle charging the main battery is way better than trickle losses.

    • @brianmcg321
      @brianmcg321 2 месяца назад +2

      Same. Even at these trickle speeds if you leave your car out at work or home or have to park outside for a trip at the airport these savings start to really add up.

    • @readtherealanthonyfaucibyr6444
      @readtherealanthonyfaucibyr6444 2 месяца назад +1

      @@brianmcg321 Yeah and there are regular instances where multi car households don't drive one person's car for 4 or 5 days. Getting a third of the battery charged in that time is decent. People in sunny states will be able to go from 0 to 100% in maybe 2 weeks or so.

  • @TheMetalGaia
    @TheMetalGaia 2 месяца назад +3

    Currently trying to decide if we want to get my wife one of these, or a Kia Niro HEV, or the new Civic Hatch HEV when it drops. Choices, choices.

  • @chrispnw2547
    @chrispnw2547 2 месяца назад +8

    I think I would be more than happy with the 2025 Camry SE AWD that gets the better MPG, rides better, and is a better commuter and road trip car. The Camry is a volume hybrid were inventory is not a problem.

    • @busterdouglasiii3838
      @busterdouglasiii3838 2 месяца назад

      Wrong. My Prius 2024 XLE gets 58 mpg on average and there is no evidence that a 2025 Camry hybrid will do any better than 51 mpg. Stop with the lies.

    • @chrispnw2547
      @chrispnw2547 2 месяца назад

      @@busterdouglasiii3838 The EPA rates the Prius XLE at 52 MPG avg,
      52 City, and 52 Highway. Your 58 mpg is a joke mpg. Take your own advice and stop the lies.

  • @baldisaerodynamic9692
    @baldisaerodynamic9692 2 месяца назад +3

    NGL, under 7 seconds for a prius is normal average car category, my tuscon hybrid was 6.8 and is plenty adequate. and it finally looks great. if i didnt buy my tesla last year, the prius non prime was on my consideration list, but at that time it was hard to even find one as they just started rolling out and i needed a new car asap.

  • @marcprobin1659
    @marcprobin1659 2 месяца назад +3

    Here in Vancouver, starting to see a lot more primes and hybrids.

  • @sephugus
    @sephugus 2 месяца назад

    I got my new red 2024 Prius Prime XSE Limited after waiting for about a year. Very happy with the car's performance. I was not able to get the solar panel option, but find the enhancements over the 2018 Prius Prime a nice change.

  • @jeremyg2245
    @jeremyg2245 2 месяца назад +4

    Great video as always. A great car if you can get your hands on it. Very curious to hear what you think about the new 2025 Civic Hybrid refresh and all the videos that just came out! 50MPG combined is crazy.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +1

      Video out!

    • @jeremyg2245
      @jeremyg2245 2 месяца назад +1

      @@KirkKreifels how did i miss it! Appreciate the reminder.

  • @anshumanSrivastavaHere_I_COME
    @anshumanSrivastavaHere_I_COME 2 месяца назад +6

    I have the black XSE, (not the premium), honestly no one needs the premium.(Unless you really want the solar roof)

  • @kevinsargent6282
    @kevinsargent6282 2 месяца назад +2

    I’ve had my ‘23 Prime XSE Premium (Yellow 😎🇨🇦) since August 2023 and it has been great. Only flaw was the 12v battery failed on me (boosted), and was replaced on the spot under warranty.
    Car has been flawless otherwise, regularly go weeks without using any gas at all. 👍🏻 Waiting on the recall about the electric locks on the back doors, but not an issue or concern since I have auto-lock when shifting the drive anyway.
    Great all around car. More expensive than the old Prius, but also a lot more car for the money as well. Good thing in Canada is dealers cannot sell over MSRP, so no extortion situations... Solar roof is not available in Canada, but I prefer the glass roof anyway over the tiny amount of range the sun will provide. 🙂. It is also easy to exceed the spec EV range if you drive modestly, and do not use heat or AC. Cheers.

    • @TomLawlor-iq6gm
      @TomLawlor-iq6gm 2 месяца назад +3

      We ordered a 2022 Prime in June 22. 21 month's later a 2024 Pearl version landed. Wrong colour and wrong trim level. Funny, on the delivery day, we we're offered either the SE Pearl or the (not spec'd for NA Mustard colour), car. Didn't want to spend the extra coin for the XSE so we took the lower trim.
      Getting 80+ Km on a charge. There's 1/3rd of the first fill up in the tank after 2,100 Km. You are right, turn off the heat, etc and you'll exceed the EV range. Love the car...........................

  • @andyfoto620
    @andyfoto620 2 месяца назад

    I was hoping you would include the parking assist where it parks the car for you. I love my prius prime

  • @CameronJonesMD
    @CameronJonesMD 17 дней назад

    I live in Florida and am currently trying to obtain a Prius Prime. He is right about the availability! However, you can contact dealerships to get one as soon as they are allocated (which is what I am doing right now). Hopefully getting a Prius Prime XSE next month!

  • @ToyotaChrisWI
    @ToyotaChrisWI 2 месяца назад +5

    Most of the time, restarting the phone will clear up any Bluetooth connectivity issues. 😊

  • @TomLawlor-iq6gm
    @TomLawlor-iq6gm 2 месяца назад +2

    The AC outlet in the hatch is not an option, neither is the one for the rear seats. It's standard. Also, both outlets are rated for 1,500 watts. Almost all other builders just offer 150 watts. Big, huge difference.
    Got our Prime nine weeks ago. Fast. Love it. Silent in EV Mode. !,200 miles on it so far. Still a third of the dealer tank onboard.

  • @cuve_ae
    @cuve_ae 2 месяца назад +2

    Primes are so hard to get rn, I had to get a 2023 Prius LE from carmax to hold me over while I wait.

  • @MBergyman
    @MBergyman 2 месяца назад +3

    Now I wish Toyota would now put a Prime drivetrain in a sienna for my big family. Don’t want a Grand Highlander…

  • @flingmonkey5494
    @flingmonkey5494 Месяц назад

    I have a 2023 Prius Prime XSE and it has the power rear hatch. I am having problems with that rear hatch and I wonder if others have been seeing the problem.
    The rear hatch itself has two buttons that are exposed when the hatch is open, close, and close and lock. The close button works fine, but the close and lock button fails to function properly about half the time. If I press that button it will beep once, and then (if it is going to work) it will beep a second time after a second or two. But sometimes it beeps the first time, sits there, and them beeps twice, telling me it is not going to close. Once it decides it is not going to close more attempts will fail the same way. I have to use the "close" button and then pull out the fob to lock the car. I have also had the hatch start to close and then stop, after I thought it was closing and had walked away. Then I come out of the store to find my car wide open, VERY disturbing. Has anyone else experience these problems?

  • @DoorisJ
    @DoorisJ 2 месяца назад +1

    The Prime was definitely designed for a more EV only time, main thing is the transmission has an electric pump to circulate the CVT fluid all the time. The standard hybrids have that tied to the engine... But my old ford fusion hybrid could go up to 85MPH in EV mode (not for very long)

  • @rungavagairun
    @rungavagairun 2 месяца назад

    8:00 Regarding the EV/Hybrid mode options, I've got a 2022 Prius Prime. Any time I know my trip is going to be longer than the battery will last and especially if a portion of my trip will be on the interstate, I put it in hybrid mode for the fastest or most uphill parts of the trip. Higher speeds and uphill climbs use up the traction battery much faster, so when I'm on surface roads, going downhill or flat driving, that's when I get the best "band for the buck" out of the traction battery. If I know I can get there and back on all electric, then yes, I use the EV mode.
    I have never heard a compelling reason for using that battery charge mode. It is less efficient than just running the hybrid mode.

  • @HFRajuncajun
    @HFRajuncajun 2 месяца назад

    I've had the exact model (not solar) you demo'd for 6 months now. Driven about 10k.
    I agree with the volume knob. I find myself instinctively reaching for it as the toggle is kind of slow. Also, the skip track/channel up down is on the opposite side! You need two hands to operate audio controls. 1st world problems, but c'mon.
    Getting in and out isn't my favourite, especially wearing a suit.
    Vented seats aren't as affective as I thought they would be. But that is subjective.
    There's a lot of beeps and warnings. I'm slowly disabling more and more as time goes by. haha
    Bluetooth and Apple Carplay is 50/50. If it doesn't connect, hold down the power button and it will restart the infotainment, connects up after that.
    Cold weather impacts battery range. If you're using HVAC, your EV range will be significantly reduced.
    Otherwise, great car. Good power. Fun to drive. Quiet. Insanely good mileage.
    Highly recommend getting PPF for the front end. It's so low to the ground, it gets pummeled with rocks and debris on highways.

  • @sussybakamogus
    @sussybakamogus 2 месяца назад

    My dream car

  • @timjoseph887
    @timjoseph887 День назад

    My bolt is 0-60 six secs. Cost me 25k for the premier. Cough on the Prius. My lvl 2 charge is .08/kwh. Keeping the bolt as my daily driver. I’m 6-1 and have leg room to spare as well as headroom to spare. The Prius is a budget car that is not budget.

  • @runningataltitude3361
    @runningataltitude3361 2 месяца назад +6

    Just get the Camry hybrid.

  • @dennishughes721
    @dennishughes721 2 месяца назад

    Great where do I get one?

  • @stevemark1267
    @stevemark1267 2 месяца назад

    I bought my Red 2024 Prime XSE in January after ordering a 2023 car 6 months earlier. I bought it specifically because I am not ready to transition to a full EV. My choice of a PHEV or EV was simple. I generate excess home PV energy, which goes to the grid without compensation. I can recover some of that give away electricity by charging my Prius at home for my mostly in-town driving. To date, I have used about 1/4 of the original dealer tank of gas. I have had to purchase about 15 kW electricity. So far, I estimate total fuel usage cost has been less than $25.
    The Prius Prime MSRP was pricy. However, fuel cost savings should make the Prime a better choice over the regular hybrid after several years.
    I love the new Prius styling and its accoutrements over my previous 2014 Prius.

  • @markfive4903
    @markfive4903 2 месяца назад +3

    i think this would be a contender for being crowned as the sexiest car ever created.

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 Месяц назад +1

      It looks a dodge dart

    • @timjoseph887
      @timjoseph887 День назад

      @@fallguy4209I think he’s joking, he must be.

  • @ryan_bitt
    @ryan_bitt 2 месяца назад +1

    Nice looking & better performance! If they could drop the price on this below $40k, they would sell like hotcakes! But I don't think they can keep up with demand on any model right now.

  • @marspedrozo7258
    @marspedrozo7258 2 месяца назад

    the remedy for the recall (rear doors) of some prius trims like mine is available in the third quarter of this year.

  • @vancity2349
    @vancity2349 2 месяца назад +2

    Its an awesome car, just dont know why they make these in huge supply

  • @jorgevazquez654
    @jorgevazquez654 2 месяца назад +1

    How's regenerative breaking feels like? Can you adjust resistance for it? Can you compare it to Tesla's regenerative breaking?

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 Месяц назад

      It feels no different than regular brakes which is nice

  • @bjsimon802
    @bjsimon802 2 месяца назад +4

    I have a prius=Money saver

    • @AK-qo6tx
      @AK-qo6tx 29 дней назад

      I have a Honda Clarity = even bigger money saver than $42K prius prime.

  • @davidglad
    @davidglad 2 месяца назад +6

    I think we all know the Prius Prime is probably almost impossible to find, let alone at a decent price. To be fair, states that persecute motorists probably are better off having them anyway.

    • @martalli
      @martalli 2 месяца назад

      The markups at Toyota dealerships are epic

  • @rrcbiker
    @rrcbiker 2 месяца назад +6

    New to Florida here. Are there any dealers not charging markups on this?

    • @jorgevazquez654
      @jorgevazquez654 2 месяца назад

      The only one I was able to find in my area is Earl Stewart Toyota.

  • @guppy360
    @guppy360 2 месяца назад

    My 2012 CT had power driver & manual passenger. That’s just how low spec cars are. At least with the UX you get power driver& passenger. They need to keep some brand differentiation. No surprise there.

  • @ianjay5301
    @ianjay5301 2 месяца назад

    I ordered an XSE Prime Premium last October (2023) in Canada. They said I might get it in early 2025(?) but they weren't sure. Sadly, we don't get the solar roof option in Canada as I guess Toyota feels that our perpetual winter negates this benefit. I did get a call to get a lesser model which was a refused sale, but I decided to wait for what I ordered and see what happens.

  • @robertwilliam9558
    @robertwilliam9558 2 месяца назад

    Kirk, what was the highest MPG you achieved for City/Highway/Combined?

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +2

      59mpg mainly city up to 60mph. After 60mph, mpg starts falling. Also I'm in 75-90 degree weather which helps.

  • @sneat2028
    @sneat2028 2 месяца назад +1

    This is a production vehicle, there is nothing gimmicky about it.

  • @jamesrea329
    @jamesrea329 2 месяца назад

    I switched from a Prius to a Genesis GV60 (full ev) and never looked back. The model I purchased was about 10k more than the Prius Prime but it smokes the Prius in every way. And you can actually get them! At least here in California.

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 Месяц назад

      That Genesis will be smoking literally when it catches fire

  • @marcprobin1659
    @marcprobin1659 2 месяца назад +1

    Initially you need to connect your phone using wire, then after that you can use the wireless. Sometimes I have to force the connect wirelessly by going to the Bluetooth connect, choose your phone then connect.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +1

      Toyota systems give me the hardest time with my Pixel phones.

    • @marcprobin1659
      @marcprobin1659 2 месяца назад +1

      @@KirkKreifels I see, I have the S24 Ultra and before the the Note 10+. The Ultra seems to work much better, maybe because it's much faster.

  • @stevewise1656
    @stevewise1656 2 месяца назад

    They need to do something about that gauge cluster being so high.

  • @RagShop1
    @RagShop1 2 месяца назад +4

    Why not test the SE for max. range? That's the value model. Most don't need the added equipment or bigger wheels of the XSE and XSE Premium. The hard plastics inside would be less objectionable in the lower priced SE.

  • @djjorge87
    @djjorge87 2 месяца назад +1

    Yes

  • @dorinvesa1109
    @dorinvesa1109 2 месяца назад

    Italy here!Got mine on last december!Active version here,like LE on north american continent!But with infotaiment display like yours!😉Great car!In EV mode from 100%to 30% capacity of the battery,when the system put you anyway in HV mode,i can go 90 km(55 miles) only in electric!Toyota hybrid synergy drive(HDS) is unbeatable!Case closed!🫵🙌❤

  • @LeoTheShortGuy
    @LeoTheShortGuy 2 месяца назад +1

    Cool

  • @jovaniortiz8317
    @jovaniortiz8317 2 месяца назад +3

    Short answer: yes

  • @vtecondeck3065
    @vtecondeck3065 2 месяца назад +6

    I think i'd rather buy a used 22'-24' venza hybdrid. I know it's discontiued but even used the venza is such a damn good deal!Awd, nearly 550miles range, more space, nearly half the price, and has luxury features of a lexus.

  • @TimBorg
    @TimBorg 2 месяца назад +7

    I would never buy a Hybrid car without the Plugin

  • @DerrickFishes
    @DerrickFishes 2 месяца назад

    They should put a volume knob on the steering wheel.

  • @Hardwaretuned
    @Hardwaretuned 2 месяца назад

    Rav 4 prime i do 5 seconds 0-60. Definitely a big spread here.

  • @mrgurulittle7000
    @mrgurulittle7000 2 месяца назад +3

    What a time to release a Prius video when the Civic hybrid is out. 😂 I LOVE the Prius, but the Civic sedan in that light blue color is just too nice. A close call, but I like the new Civic a tad better.

  • @DrRussPhd
    @DrRussPhd 27 дней назад

    Toyota needs to bring back the Prius V model but as an AWD plug-in model.

  • @pjsneeringer5942
    @pjsneeringer5942 2 месяца назад

    @Kirk-how many miles pure EV ONLY? My '17 got 30 above 80F,26-28 below 80F

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +3

      44 around town for me.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +3

      with AC on in the heat.

    • @makatron
      @makatron 2 месяца назад +1

      ​@@KirkKreifels a couple bots already spamming the comments. Just FYI.

    • @user-vx7vi3vq1c
      @user-vx7vi3vq1c 2 месяца назад

      @@KirkKreifelsThat’s awesome. I really want the Prime.

  • @michaelvella8511
    @michaelvella8511 2 месяца назад

    High wages for all the component manufactures and really high wages for essemply will drive the cost sky high I guess.

  • @Drg24800
    @Drg24800 2 месяца назад +2

    Personally, I don’t like the idea of plugging in my vehicle. I’d prefer a PHEV over an EV but I’d rather just get a standard hybrid with normal gas savings.

    • @keithpvbatt2040
      @keithpvbatt2040 2 месяца назад +1

      You mean 10% above average fuel savings with a hybrid, hybrids are going to change the world with that much fuel savings. If only there were cars that didn't use petrol at all that would be something!!!!

  • @Scottwilliamson-bi3vi
    @Scottwilliamson-bi3vi 2 месяца назад

    That’s the color to get

  • @LeoTheShortGuy
    @LeoTheShortGuy 2 месяца назад +7

    Wow!!! That is some serious money!!! Expensive.

    • @martalli
      @martalli 2 месяца назад +3

      More expensive than a Model Y

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 2 месяца назад +6

    Kirk, We are primed to welcome Prime versions of the whole Toyota fleet. Let's hope the generously extended TNGA-C wheelbase Toyota chose for the Prius finds it way into the whole Corolla family. It is incomprehensible that a Corolla Cross CUV has less rear seat legroom than a sporty Prius . 🤨

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +3

      Yep. Toyota's packaging is strange on many of their TNGA vehicles including trucks. The sienna is much tighter than it used to be for example.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 2 месяца назад

      @@KirkKreifels 'Strange' is a very generous word to describe Toyota's space deprived interiors. Just because 5'5" Akio Toyoda fits, does not mean a car is big enough. 🤣

  • @User.Joshua
    @User.Joshua 2 месяца назад

    I use Auto EV mode. It’s great to have maximum power should I need it, if not, the engine never turns on.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад

      If I was going faster on the freeway I would probably do the same

  • @turdferguson3475
    @turdferguson3475 Месяц назад +1

    You can get a 2025 hybrid Camry (50 MPG) for around 30K. Why would you pay 40K for less car?

  • @JamaicanMeCrazy
    @JamaicanMeCrazy 2 месяца назад +1

    I have 2 takeaways from this 1 i can't wait to see the Camry prime and 2 if this is 42k .... I don't wanna see what they're gonna charge for The Camry

    • @makatron
      @makatron 2 месяца назад +3

      A fully loaded Camry prime would be close to 55k for sure.

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +2

      Camry EV could come instead of prime.

  • @Scottwilliamson-bi3vi
    @Scottwilliamson-bi3vi 2 месяца назад

    The red accent should have also been on the door armrest

  • @PSIJOE
    @PSIJOE 2 месяца назад

    So you decided against getting one. Bummer, but understandable. What's the plan now for a new vehicle? Just holding off for now?

    • @KirkKreifels
      @KirkKreifels  2 месяца назад +3

      Yeah holding off.. don't need a new car right now. Need to save for a house if the market ever returns

    • @PSIJOE
      @PSIJOE 2 месяца назад +2

      @@KirkKreifels Totally understand, man. Good luck with it all. 🤘

  • @ec0084
    @ec0084 2 месяца назад +1

    That costs a lot of money WOW !!

  • @dls7705
    @dls7705 2 месяца назад +1

    I have one like this with the solar panels order back September and I am still waiting for it!!

    • @TomLawlor-iq6gm
      @TomLawlor-iq6gm 2 месяца назад +3

      We ordered our Prime (a 2022 model), in 2022. Twenty one months later our 2024 finally landed.

    • @dls7705
      @dls7705 2 месяца назад +1

      @@TomLawlor-iq6gm what state did you order your car?

    • @TomLawlor-iq6gm
      @TomLawlor-iq6gm 2 месяца назад +1

      @@dls7705 Hi, we are in Eastern Canada. It's our third Prius but first PHEV. Gas here is around $7.00 CAD a gallon. So, we've been running the new car on battery as much as possible. Have had it for more than two months now and there's one third of the dealer's tank left after 1,250 miles !
      Our dealer told us when we finally collected the Prius in March that if we ordered one on that day, the wait would be three years. Not sure if they were kidding or not.

    • @dls7705
      @dls7705 2 месяца назад

      I hope you like the 2024 better 2022 prise! I hope to get solar roof ,I i s/e southeast area and I gave them the $ to get !we will see !!lol

  • @Will..Davlin
    @Will..Davlin 2 месяца назад +5

    With 7 inch ground clearance yes

  • @slow_Jo
    @slow_Jo 4 часа назад

    inflation is freakn ridiculous. 40k for a prius 😂

  • @danram247
    @danram247 Месяц назад

    4:12 i wonder how many people will get these mixed up...😅

  • @nmmoore92
    @nmmoore92 2 месяца назад

    Now we just need a GR Prius

  • @makatron
    @makatron 2 месяца назад +1

    Of course it'll be an amazing daily driver, 40 miles EV range would be more than enough for the vast majority of people.

  • @gordonschiff3621
    @gordonschiff3621 2 месяца назад +7

    Just get a Camry. It is a better daily. Price Prius Prime $32,975-$39,670. Price 2025 Camry $28,400 - $36,125. The new Camry is better than the Prius Prime, cheaper and available at MSRP.

  • @diegoe4764
    @diegoe4764 2 месяца назад

    Rear seat comfort is not good for adults, better options are out there for lower price

  • @jag-justaguy
    @jag-justaguy 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for mentioning the volume knob, my biggest irritation on the vehicle, otherwise I'm a fan. The worst part: it's a design choice, the right hand drive models have the knob on the left side. I hope they fix this in a future update.

  • @jeretso
    @jeretso 2 месяца назад

    Looks great except for the cheap rear door handle which reminds everyone about the tight squeeze into the back. Civic hybrid hatchback has a standard rear door handle so I am thinking Civic hybrid hatch instead.

  • @polytech90
    @polytech90 Месяц назад

    I don't really get it from Toyota.
    Why is it so difficult to find a prius prime when it is in high demand.
    We are in 2024, and still buyers struggle at local dealerships to find a prius prime. They have to place orders with long waiting time.

    • @user-ci8gz3ch8i
      @user-ci8gz3ch8i Месяц назад

      PRIME is manufactured only in Japan, and the batteries are manufactured by Toyota's battery manufacturing subsidiary with limited capacity. PRIME has a long delivery time (at least one year) even for Japanese because export to foreign countries is a priority. As Japanese, we do not want foreigners to buy too much.
      Currently, all PRIUS models have stopped production with a recall and redesign of improved parts because the rear door handles open unintentionally due to rainwater or car wash.

    • @user-ci8gz3ch8i
      @user-ci8gz3ch8i Месяц назад

      Toyota Motor Corporation resumed production of the Prius, for which a recall was reported in April 2024 due to a defective rear-seat door component, at its Tsutsumi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, on the morning of June 17, 2024, for the first time in two and a half months.

  • @jdrules23
    @jdrules23 2 месяца назад

    Prius prime only makes sense from $$ standpoint if you lease it. Grab the ev credit and buy out same month to save few thousand.

  • @CrossWindsPat
    @CrossWindsPat 28 дней назад

    160 watts actual real world numbers from the solar isnt something to scoff at. 5 miles a day of free range lol. That adds up over time.
    But I do agree if I can keep it out of the brutal sun of Florida I will.

    • @philipershler420
      @philipershler420 4 дня назад +1

      @@CrossWindsPat Fortunately, our house has a roof full of solar panels. Most of the time from late spring to early fall we sell surplus power back to the power company. So I don’t mind plugging the PP most every night. This summer it hasn’t seen the gas station over 9 weeks.

    • @CrossWindsPat
      @CrossWindsPat 4 дня назад

      @@philipershler420 Thats the dream brother! 420 and energy dependent lets gooo!

  • @kevinlok591
    @kevinlok591 2 месяца назад

    Does Toyota solve the recall problem?

  • @terrancecloverfield6791
    @terrancecloverfield6791 Месяц назад

    Hm, I definitely want to be able to take this on mountain passes, so the FWD isn't enough for that I take it.....

  • @YourCarAngel
    @YourCarAngel 2 месяца назад

    Unless you are a tall human.
    Then all bets are off.

  • @TomRod713
    @TomRod713 2 месяца назад

    My 2006 Prius does 0-16 in like 16 seconds. Lmao

  • @VOLVO2LUV
    @VOLVO2LUV 2 месяца назад

    HEY

  • @Jvak1999
    @Jvak1999 Месяц назад

    My wife’s boyfriend has one of these

  • @AK-qo6tx
    @AK-qo6tx 29 дней назад

    $42k? My Honda Clarity is nicer for $22K OTD back in 2019 with $7,500 tax credit.

  • @beautyofgrace3915
    @beautyofgrace3915 2 месяца назад

    It’s a great looking car, and when I was looking for a plug in hybrid a few weeks ago, my dealership in NC had one, but I decided to get the 2018 Chevy Volt premiere, it charges up to 53 ev miles and it was half of the price w/leather seats, heated steering wheel/seats, have not gone to the gas pump yet.😊

  • @ozzzy3z946
    @ozzzy3z946 2 месяца назад +1

    The perfect daily driver no one can get their hands on. Toyota is destroying their reputation.

  • @Yo0T0oB
    @Yo0T0oB 2 месяца назад

    I owned a 2019 Prius Prime in 2019 as a brand new car with California and fed rebates. I ended up paying just 21k then sold it in 2023 wih just 9k miles total on the odometer for $28,000. I got tired of lugging around an ICE engine that I rarely used and so I purchased a brand new 2023 Bolt EV to replace it. I got all the fed and state rebates once again and the Bolt only cost $21k. The bolt can run under 6.3 seconds with similar cargo capacity. The only thing that I miss from Prius Prime is the resale value.