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  • Toyota Just Changed the World (New 80 MPG Car), DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Toyota Prius Prime review. Are Toyotas hybrid cars reliable? Good gas mileage cars. Does Toyota make good cars? Game changing hybrid electric car built by Toyota. Everything you need to know about the Toyota Prius Prime. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  4 года назад +62

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    • @chriscarguy
      @chriscarguy 4 года назад +1

      Hey Scotty, I have a small commute around town and I’m getting over 250MPG on my 2017 Prius Prime with almost 3000miles on my tank. I’m absolutely blown away with the performance of my PP

    • @youarerightboss
      @youarerightboss 4 года назад +1

      Thank You, Scotty.

    • @jeffcook8501
      @jeffcook8501 4 года назад +4

      Battery cars are not green.

    • @trudymcmurrough6243
      @trudymcmurrough6243 4 года назад +1

      Scotty, you rank manufactuer's automatic transmitions from bad to good. Would you PLEASE rank the airconditioning systems as to what milelage that have to be replaced? ex. I have had cars needing compressors replaced at 80k and some 120k miles. Thanks!

    • @danmcwilli6349
      @danmcwilli6349 4 года назад

      Hey Scotty what do you predict for the new 2021 ford bronco? In general what do you think the market reaction be? Or you as a macanic do you think it will be dependable( I know its to early to tell because it hasnt been out for a while) just asking based on the ford rangers performance and applying it to the bronco ( because the bronco is based on the ranger) thanks keep doing what your doing btw u taught me how to change fluids in cars when I was a little kid watching the vid thx!!

  • @ccrumbjr
    @ccrumbjr 4 года назад +1278

    My 7yo daughter every time she hears Scotty's intro "Are you watching that crazy guy again??"

    • @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx
      @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx 4 года назад +49

      My brothers say the same 😂

    • @kubanskiloewe
      @kubanskiloewe 4 года назад +3

      He should end putting desert sand in his coffee :-)

    • @lao-khmufewgoodmen1833
      @lao-khmufewgoodmen1833 4 года назад +44

      Not just your 7 yrs daughter, my 50 yrs wife as well. Lol

    • @billburgess9100
      @billburgess9100 4 года назад +40

      He is indeed entertaining as well as informative to watch. I'm waiting for him to start windmilling his arms and become airborne.

    • @sctm81
      @sctm81 4 года назад +8

      Funny thing is that his other video channel is completely non crazy.

  • @butterygudness7577
    @butterygudness7577 4 года назад +415

    Rumor has it, when Scotty just sits in your Toyota. The value stops depreciating it actually goes up.

    • @VWWRENCHIE
      @VWWRENCHIE 4 года назад +1

      If he breaks wind in there...well 😃

    • @butterygudness7577
      @butterygudness7577 4 года назад +1

      @@VWWRENCHIE If it's not Taco Tuesday damage, there's a possibility for a recall on the cabin filter free of charge.

    • @markvisser388
      @markvisser388 4 года назад +3

      @Cars N Stuff expect Hyundai, they are just too crap

    • @77.88.
      @77.88. 3 года назад +5

      Scotty is so crazy he makes us laugh all the time, yep he is my kind of nut case in addition to being a great mechanic!

    • @gwho
      @gwho 3 года назад +2

      @@VWWRENCHIE breaking wind makes it "autographed", and value actually skyrockets

  • @MichaelWilliams-vq8fu
    @MichaelWilliams-vq8fu 4 года назад +211

    I own this exact car. I bought the 220V charger and routinely get over 1000 miles on 9.5 gallons of gas. On pure hybrid mode without a charge, it gets around 65 mpg. Amazing car!

    • @mujjuman
      @mujjuman 2 года назад +8

      This has become my dream car ever since I had one as a rental last year! I'm just in complete awe of your mileage and fuel economy.

    • @evanmclaughlin09
      @evanmclaughlin09 2 года назад +6

      I just picked up a Prime this week and I’m treating it like an electric car. I’m Hitting all the level 2 stations I can on my short trips and regenerating as much as I can. Right now I’m over 300 miles on 1/8 of the fuel tank. It’s really quite a car. Only downside to my 2017 Advanced is no car play. Even the stock Toyota Navigation isn’t terrible. Other than that I have no complaints. Stay tuned for final numbers.

    • @mujjuman
      @mujjuman 2 года назад

      @@evanmclaughlin09 That’s amazing Evan. I love the versatility of the Prius Prime. You can keep it in EV mode and treat it as a full EV around town and still have the ultra range in hybrid mode for when you need to make a longer trip. 95% of my trips are 10 miles which is why I feel like this is the perfect car for me. How long does it take for your car to charge using a level 2 charger?

    • @evanmclaughlin09
      @evanmclaughlin09 2 года назад +2

      About 2 Hours and 10 minutes On the 220v. Although I will say I have yet to get a full 25 miles of EV range. It usually shuts off around 23 and fluctuates between 23 and 24 miles in EV range. But I did buy this car five years old so. Don’t wanna pay $10,000 anytime soon for a new battery though. Think Toyota will warranty the battery of its 1 mile short in EV range? LOL. I make that up using “B” going down a hill

    • @drivenhome3257
      @drivenhome3257 2 года назад +7

      Average car costs over 6K a year in just gas, so this pays for itself and then you get a new one.

  • @tomhenry5870
    @tomhenry5870 4 года назад +386

    My 2009 Prius has 231000 miles and is all original too. Super reliable car!

    • @ryanondercin1932
      @ryanondercin1932 4 года назад +43

      I’ve got a 2008 with 240,000! Car doesn’t die.

    • @markbick3896
      @markbick3896 3 года назад +40

      Got a 04 Corolla 370k, still gets 39mpg highway, 30 city. Have only replaced the battery, serpentine belt, air filters, brakes, tires, have used synthetic oil since 18k and change the oil every 20-50k miles (since beginning). Yes, I'm a realtor and this has been my do everything car including drive from coast to coast around the u.s.a. many times.

    • @eggshellskullrule7971
      @eggshellskullrule7971 3 года назад +17

      Is that durability and reliability the reason why some Americans think the Prius is boring as hell?

    • @ryanondercin1932
      @ryanondercin1932 3 года назад +16

      No it’s because it’s not the best looking car and a lot of the drivers are very slow.

    • @gregorygeorges7722
      @gregorygeorges7722 3 года назад +41

      My 2017 prius has 646516 miles

  • @yaboykris2118
    @yaboykris2118 4 года назад +123

    I used to hate Prius. Until I started working on them. Now I’m in love. I’d love to have one.

    • @yaboykris2118
      @yaboykris2118 3 года назад +14

      @Happy Cosmos The 4th gens 2015-current. The third gens, although cheaper now because they are older, like to blow head gaskets. I see it all the time at the Toyota dealership I work at. Also, the older ones will need the Hybrid battery replaced soon if they have over 200K miles.

    • @yaboykris2118
      @yaboykris2118 3 года назад +3

      @Happy Cosmos Hybrid batteries are very expensive and cost a lot of labor to put in.

    • @rocketsmall4547
      @rocketsmall4547 3 года назад +6

      @@yaboykris2118 they are cell batterys. u can open it up and replace only the broken cell. to go one level cheaper. buy a broken battery and keep all the good cells. rebuild battery pack sell the rest cells. you come out marking money

    • @garethbaus5471
      @garethbaus5471 3 года назад +1

      @sweet potato any 2nd gen or later that isn't 2010(the model year the third gens with the bad engines come from)

    • @itsajoke631
      @itsajoke631 3 года назад +1

      @@rocketsmall4547 how do you know which cell is bad?

  • @DigitalSteel
    @DigitalSteel 4 года назад +125

    I got mine back in 2017 and have really gotten good use out of it. 99% of all my driving around town and to work and back is handled in EV mode. I only ever have to put gas in when I go on long road trips. Connecticut to Florida on about 2 ish tanks of gas. It is also surprisingly peppy with all that electric torque.

  • @kvop32984
    @kvop32984 4 года назад +124

    My prius is a 2016, and is already approaching 100k miles. My work commute is between 80 and 100 miles per day, and the overall gas mileage has still averaged out to be around 50mpg. mine is just the normal hybrid, not the prime, but i like it because you don't have to plug it in. No issues at all so far, (knock on wood) and i drive the thing like i stole it.

    • @HermanWillems
      @HermanWillems 4 года назад +5

      That's nice if you don't have your own parking spot at your house. But if you would it's no big deal plugin it in will become a second nature. And it's alot cheaper.

    • @TobyCostaRica
      @TobyCostaRica 4 года назад +2

      Herman Willems depends on how much your electricity is. In So.California it’s like paying $2/gal. Gas here is currently mid $3

    • @LamzLamz714
      @LamzLamz714 4 года назад +1

      Ohh you will soon..the 3rd gen prius are notorious for blown head gaskets...ask me how I know 🤣🤣🤦‍♂️...but if u are mechanically incline youtube is definitely you friend...good luck

    • @disciple15
      @disciple15 4 года назад +11

      You don't have to ever plug in the Prius Prime if you don't want to. Even if you don't plug it in, it runs like a normal hybrid.

    • @billpetersen298
      @billpetersen298 4 года назад +3

      That’s what I was wondering. Scotty never mentioned mileage, when driving distance. Also, if you park on the street, like we do. So don’t have the electric boost.

  • @oscarmonroy6337
    @oscarmonroy6337 4 года назад +24

    I drive a 2010 Prius, I get 46 mpg consistently and I’m extremely happy after only averaging about 24mpg on the 2013 Camry. The design and performance of my 2010 Prius is great! This 2017-2020 Prius Prime would be a luxury because it looks great and performs amazing !The price of the car at $25,000 is very fair because you will get so much from your Toyota Prius Prime.

  • @ewxlt
    @ewxlt 4 года назад +115

    2017 prime here...our record is 1,300 miles between gas fill-ups. Wife's commute is 60 miles. She also LOVES the carpool lane stickers.

    • @stateniland
      @stateniland 3 года назад +3

      Question: If the plug in cord is not long enough to each my exterior (on my home) outlet can I use an extension cord? I need about a 30' run.
      Thank you

    • @metzmatu8409
      @metzmatu8409 3 года назад +2

      Using extension cord should not be a problem. May be charging time is a little longer.

    • @stateniland
      @stateniland 3 года назад +1

      @@metzmatu8409 ty what gage wire 10? is it 100% copper? how long is your run?

    • @barbusbogdan7
      @barbusbogdan7 3 года назад +5

      Dude i am going to buy one next week. I have 50 miles commute. I can charge it at home. Sometimes i may be able to charge it at work. Do you know how much will the battery last if i am going to drive with max 50mph?

    • @ewxlt
      @ewxlt 3 года назад +3

      @@barbusbogdan7 At that speed, about 20-25 miles, depending on the weather.

  • @kens8903
    @kens8903 4 года назад +493

    Having to deal with a 100mile commute everyday...this seems really appealing

    • @LouRaX
      @LouRaX 4 года назад +40

      get a full electric car

    • @VWWRENCHIE
      @VWWRENCHIE 4 года назад +102

      Im saving up for a helicopter..😎

    • @ohyeahgamer3736
      @ohyeahgamer3736 4 года назад +10

      vwwrenchie huh🤨

    • @ohyeahgamer3736
      @ohyeahgamer3736 4 года назад +18

      LouRaX H. What if he or she wants to go more then 100 miles?

    • @gagejernigan5277
      @gagejernigan5277 4 года назад +41

      @@LouRaX no. They take 3 hours to charge

  • @gixer1000rrr
    @gixer1000rrr 4 года назад +58

    I love my Priuses. I have an 05 with over 415,000 miles and it still runs great. Original motor and transmission too!!

    • @viperboy3
      @viperboy3 3 года назад +4

      Did you replace the hybrid battery?

    • @thereaper5697
      @thereaper5697 3 года назад +1

      @@viperboy3 great unanswered question

    • @richsweeney1115
      @richsweeney1115 3 года назад +2

      Notice that question went un answered.....

    • @itsajoke631
      @itsajoke631 3 года назад +4

      @@viperboy3 I'm pretty sure he did because I had to replace it on my sister car.

    • @Ash-cy7yw
      @Ash-cy7yw 3 года назад +5

      On a Gen 3 you can get a Toyota battery replacement for $3k or an aftermarket for about $1.8k . Gen 3's Hybrid batteries are known to be good for an average 180k miles +/-. As those fade it still runs but your mileage falls. Scotty said in this video the Gen 4 battery is currently $10.7k from Toyota. I have this Gen 4 Prime (and love it) and have 35k on the OD with just shy of 2 years ownership. I drive allot. When I get to 200k I'd probably be ready for a new car anyway. Perhaps by then a Prius that gets 150mpge.

  • @InsidiousDr9
    @InsidiousDr9 4 года назад +105

    In 10 years that battery won't be $11,000 - hopefully there will be longer range and cheaper aftermarket versions. A well maintained Toyota will outlast anything.

    • @IIC4NCELEDII
      @IIC4NCELEDII 4 года назад +21

      This is what I was thinking when I bought my 2019 Pruis Prime. My thought process was because the Pruis Prime is the most popular hybrid plug in there will probably be demand for aftermarket replacements.
      Pros: I received 11k in rebates.
      I used to spend 3k a year in gas with my dodge charger v6. In five years that would be 15k and in ten 30k
      After I got my prime I am spending less than $200 a year in gas and that's me not being anal about charging all the time. The time I was anal about charging all the time my tank lasted me 4 months, I had 1/4 left. $30 on premium chevron gas.
      Oh and my work has a charging station so that helps a lot. Charge at no cost. I live 15 miles away from my work so 30 mile around trip on the freeway.

    • @amohsen9848
      @amohsen9848 4 года назад +10

      The scary cost of hybrid battery replacement is the only thing that stopping people from buying hybrids.

    • @maniac32145
      @maniac32145 4 года назад

      @@IIC4NCELEDII can you charge your car at home?

    • @IIC4NCELEDII
      @IIC4NCELEDII 4 года назад +1

      @@maniac32145 Yes when I bought my car it came with a 120v charger I could plug in to any basic wall receptacle.

    • @Oxide4000
      @Oxide4000 4 года назад +1

      @ A mohsen everyone in Maine practically has one... I doubt anyone is scared here

  • @liamwelsh5565
    @liamwelsh5565 4 года назад +280

    Man, I've never thought of owning a Prius but this looks very appealing. I've always been interested in all EV vehicles but I live in a rural area where there are very few chargers. This means I would never be able to go on road trips. However, with this, I can use the battery for my daily commute and for road trips use the gas.

    • @JohnSmith-gg9jm
      @JohnSmith-gg9jm 4 года назад +39

      the gas engine charges the battery when driving.

    • @maylin1986
      @maylin1986 4 года назад +4

      @@JohnSmith-gg9jm * 0 *

    • @liamwelsh5565
      @liamwelsh5565 4 года назад +9

      @john probst If you watch the video, you can go full EV just by pressing a button.

    • @alfredthegreat9543
      @alfredthegreat9543 4 года назад +10

      @shayla sapphire What was the cost of charging at home, or was that never done?

    • @dougpeng3093
      @dougpeng3093 4 года назад +42

      As an owner of a PHEV myself, I can tell you that all BEV cars don't make sense. For example, my wife drives a Ford Fusion Energi with just 21 miles of electric range. It may sound little just like the Prius Prime, but it's still enough for her to commute to work and back. This means she doesn't use gas at all in her daily commute as she charges up every night for the next day's commute. If you think about it, all you need is a battery just large enough to cover your daily commute as your home is the electric gas station. If you had a larger battery like the Tesla, you are really just carrying around dead weight because you will hardly use that extended range. And it's very heavy dead weight too, as a Tesla battery weights over 1000 lbs. That's like carrying around 3 full size refrigerators in your car just in case you need it for a no-so-often long distance trip! For a PHEV, you have an ICE engine for the odd times you need to make a long distance trip in which gas is still far more preferable than electricity due to the limited number of recharging station. For PHEVs like the Prius Prime, think "electricity for your daily commutes, and gasoline for your weekend getaways".

  • @devincastleberry
    @devincastleberry 3 года назад +30

    I bought a 2021 Prius Prime in January and so far have been able to get 30.4 miles on just the battery with a mix of city and highway driving without A/C. My current MPG average is 67 since I purchased the car and have only put 700 miles on it. I have been impressed so far and feel it will be a great car to have.

    • @HelloBrian7
      @HelloBrian7 Год назад +2

      You own one of the best, and most reliable cars in the world! Just change the oil!

  • @deanlewis8083
    @deanlewis8083 4 года назад +48

    I have the a 2020 xle for Month now. It’s incredible for my 135 mile round trip commute. I leave home with full charge and get typically 32 miles electric then switches to hybrid for remainder 31 miles. I charge at work (0.80 cents) and then Do same on way home. I used to fill up three times a week with my 06 Scion xB (still have it with 253000 miles on it) and now fill up about every 8th day. It’s comfortable and quiet and I love it!

    • @CandycaneBeyond
      @CandycaneBeyond 3 года назад +1

      You are lucky you can charge at work. I asked and they are not interested in supplying me with Power.

    • @vincentfortnite713
      @vincentfortnite713 3 года назад

      The prime is a GREAT vehicle we have only the regular Prius. We would’ve got an prime but there is no AWD on the prime for some reason. It’s supposed to have AWD since it’s the higher end model.

    • @komalpreetbrar7740
      @komalpreetbrar7740 2 года назад

      @Dean Lewis how do you like the large screen? I lot of people don't like it because of the glare

  • @br9760
    @br9760 4 года назад +146

    *No such thing as "too power ranger".* Getting White Ranger vibes off that interior 👍

    • @RevanLaughs
      @RevanLaughs 4 года назад +2

      Biggest Richard Cranium if only Maserati made cars that weren’t trash

    • @ramzyilyas1120
      @ramzyilyas1120 4 года назад

      Power ranger call for unlocking car door

    • @Sunset4Semaphores
      @Sunset4Semaphores 4 года назад +1

      :)

  • @martinobarrett7976
    @martinobarrett7976 4 года назад +251

    Who else clicked because of the 80MPG?

    • @natalie2070
      @natalie2070 4 года назад +11

      It’s true too. In 30 to 45 mph areas with light acceleration the Prius Prime barely uses the engine.

    • @m.cameronodell9130
      @m.cameronodell9130 3 года назад +6

      14 sec to accelerate to freeway speed, no thanks. My 52 mpg VW Diesel gets to freeway speed in 9 sec

    • @metzmatu8409
      @metzmatu8409 3 года назад +2

      😄
      Yup..
      Should it been 80 MPH on EV...?

    • @paintingandlife4288
      @paintingandlife4288 3 года назад

      @@m.cameronodell9130 what year and model

    • @isaac4273
      @isaac4273 3 года назад +2

      @@paintingandlife4288 I bet he's talking about the 1.9 TDI that the golf, Jetta and Passat had, get the manual if you can and avoid the post 2005 models with the 2.0 TDI

  • @cythefox7510
    @cythefox7510 3 года назад +23

    I just bought one of these and was speeding 80 mph down the highway after breaking it in. 58 mpg. Not even using EV mode. This thing is a beast.

  • @davidsagastume3700
    @davidsagastume3700 4 года назад +6

    I currently own a 2016 Prius, and I love it. 120 miles round trip to work. It has 120 k miles, Runs like a champ with regular scheduled maintenance

  • @bryantwilliams4954
    @bryantwilliams4954 4 года назад +33

    Wow a car company is changing everything every week now!! What a great time to be alive

    • @bryantwilliams4954
      @bryantwilliams4954 4 года назад +1

      97 honda crv I can get the timing belt on what did I do wrong. Timing belt is the right size

    • @tpad6
      @tpad6 4 года назад

      @@bryantwilliams4954 which size did you get?

  • @vash1366
    @vash1366 4 года назад +25

    The interior looks beautiful...love the Power Ranger reference 🥰

  • @mikesawyer1336
    @mikesawyer1336 2 года назад +8

    You have always provided engaging reviews, honest and insightful reviews and this exemplifies your classic style - I like the car but I think you sold me on it.

  • @spree4315
    @spree4315 4 года назад +13

    Got a 2019 Prime in May '19, tracked the MPG for first full year and finished with 1.86l/100km (126MPG)...That's living in a very cold climate in Manitoba, Canada. Pretty Incredible if your looking for great gas mileage and have access to plugging in at home and at work.

    • @kennyluro6059
      @kennyluro6059 3 года назад

      Hey Scott I’m also in MB looking at buying one of this. Any ideas how winter might affect the performance of the vehicle. Do you need a level 2 charger at home and is there a charger at your office as well.

    • @spree4315
      @spree4315 3 года назад

      Oh and yes I just use a regular plug in when im at work every day , usually fully charged by the time I go home .

  • @noahczar
    @noahczar 4 года назад +131

    You can never get tired of that rev up your engines intro

    • @jimmybrava2810
      @jimmybrava2810 4 года назад +6

      It's timeless

    • @davidharrell8890
      @davidharrell8890 4 года назад +3

      A nitromethane funny car would be great!!!!! 😂😂😂😁

    • @Rommellollis
      @Rommellollis 4 года назад +2

      its horrid but so good at the same tike 😂

    • @UProductions457
      @UProductions457 4 года назад +2

      imagine him using a Prius in that intro 😂

    • @davidharrell8890
      @davidharrell8890 4 года назад

      UnknownFurry Now that’s great! 😜😜

  • @westboundNinja1
    @westboundNinja1 4 года назад +12

    Had my Prius for 3 years now. Love it.

  • @beebob1279
    @beebob1279 3 года назад +8

    Excellent presentation as always. I'm starting to look at hybrids. I like the insight and prius. The hyundai is out only because of the company and Kia having engine issues with their gas cars.
    I forgot about the plug in hybrid, so I'm adding that on to the list.

  • @SiliconGoose
    @SiliconGoose 2 года назад +7

    I’ve got a 37 mile commute each way. Since my employer split the cost of a 220v charging station at the office, I only fill up the gas tank every 1100-1300 miles depending on how much driving I do outside of my commute and the time of year. A fantastic car and it’ll be difficult to convince me to buy anything else when this one dies.

  • @15farcry
    @15farcry 4 года назад +113

    I'm starting to know my way around Scotty's neighborhood area with all the test drives he does. LOL

    • @hotcheetos1435
      @hotcheetos1435 4 года назад +5

      He’s in heights montrose houston probably near westheimer

    • @chrisbenn8691
      @chrisbenn8691 4 года назад +8

      And so are the executives of all the other car companies he's been rubbishing. Scotty, better change your tracks!!

    • @15farcry
      @15farcry 4 года назад +8

      @@unfairsanic5089 You can literally type his name on google maps and it comes up with his address since he runs a business.

    • @15farcry
      @15farcry 4 года назад +10

      @@unfairsanic5089 1141 W Bell St, Houston, TX 77019 is his address. He charges $100 to check out a car i think. Off you go. LOL

  • @chronox837
    @chronox837 4 года назад +79

    "Mom I want Bugatti Chiron headlights"
    "We have Bugatti Chiron headlights at home"
    Bugatti Chiron headlights at home:

  • @brucemichael9611
    @brucemichael9611 3 года назад +7

    I love my 2010 Prius. It has 180,000 miles. I've driven r/t to California from New York and r/t to Florida 4 times. My next Prius will be this model. There is nothing like a Prius....a remarkable car.

  • @PiranhaJaw22
    @PiranhaJaw22 4 года назад +87

    just to clarify, this is a Prius Prime, not a Prius.

  • @EfficientRVer
    @EfficientRVer 3 года назад +14

    I have the lowest model of the 2017 Prime, but it's still pretty loaded. Adaptive radar cruise control, all the lane departure and collision avoidance features, heated seats, GPS, XM Radio, etc. Main difference is the smaller screen, which I prefer to that big glare monster. So I get better vents and buttons rather than menus to do everything. At 700 miles, I replaced the Toyo Nano Energy LRR tires (aka Nanocrappers on Priuschat) with Michelin X-Ice3 snow tires one size bigger and 10 load ranges stronger, intending to swap summer tires onto my extra set of wheels. But the Michelins turned out to make the car a wolf in sheep's clothing, so I run them year round. Expected them to wear out early, being snow tires, but I got 63K out of them due to their being really for a heavier vehicle, and running them at max sidewall pressure. Incredible car. It outruns anything through mountain hairpin roads thanks to great handling, pretty good speed, and totally superior braking.... the brakes simply don't overheat even with 15 minutes of continuously being on either full throttle or hard (mostly regenerative) braking. In Salt River Canyon in Arizona, I outran a Mustang, Maxima, and lowered (and I'd say chipped) Accord V6. Nobody could believe I stayed on their tail, and they were shocked when I zipped by them the second their brakes started smelling after going 40-80-40 between each 20mph hairpin a quarter mile apart for a few minutes. And I hit the 104mph indicated (106 on my tires) rev limiter on a deserted road in NV, then set the cruise on 103 for 5 miles in under 3 minutes. No problem. Got 26mpg at that speed. I averaged 47mpg on that 8300 mile trip, with most highway miles at 84mph (getting 42mpg). Lifetime in 79k miles in under 3 years, I've averaged 61mpg despite some gas-guzzling (47mpg lol) road trips and with not having plugged in where I lived for half that time, and maybe 500 hours of stationary AC/heat use negating a lot of the plug use. One thing Scotty didn't mention, and a great feature, is Charge Mode, where you can charge the big battery back up to 80% just by selecting that mode while driving. So you can be prepared if expecting to hit city traffic before you get to plug in next. In fact on the big 24-day road trip, I never plugged in, I just pumped gas like everyone else, but charged it up to 80% while driving before arriving in L.A. for instance. In huge mountains, I like having it around 50% charged, so it can have full combined gas+electric power available, yet always also have capacity to absorb repeated 4000 foot elevation descents without coming close to filling the battery (which would force use of friction braking.)

  • @marzymarrz5172
    @marzymarrz5172 4 года назад +3

    This is a good review, moved along at a nice clip and covered the things someone like me finds helpful....been thinking about getting a prius. Thanks!

  • @lindafoxwood78
    @lindafoxwood78 4 года назад +2

    Always a great video Scotty. I think I know why I admire your videos so much, besides that I work on my own vehicules; it is that I have worked on Computers since 1975. The way you talk about car repairs and the way I talk about computers and computer repairs things I have done. Well, Windows 1.0 as an example back in 1985 that I remember. The problems with computers back then was a 486 processor was so low on horsepower it was very tough for Windows 1.0 to multi-task "4 virtual '386 computers/processors' " . Keep up the great job on Cars. I love cars and computers.

  • @richrise6851
    @richrise6851 4 года назад +2

    Scotty I just picked up a 2020 Prius Prime yesterday (lease) in the middle XLE trim. I LOVE IT! It's BEAUTIFUL, drives great, and I may want to buy it eventually. I've been looking for a video from you about the Prime and I just found it the day after I leased my car! Awesome video!
    Do you have any tips for how to make the battery last longer, should I want to buy it down the road? What factors can play into a battery lasting longer or dying faster and is there a range that they typically last? LOVE your videos and your channel! I'm addicted!

  • @ModernNeandertal
    @ModernNeandertal 4 года назад +3

    Been driving our 2017 Prius Prime Advanced since 1st week of March without putting in gas. Goes to work and back and is plugged in at home. Love this comfortable car. Will have to use up tank's gas before it goes bad.

  • @davidrn2473
    @davidrn2473 3 года назад +6

    Glad to see the Prius Prime get a review. I have a 2006 and 2008 Prius, bought both used, the oldest one I bought last year with 80,000 miles, for $2000. The 2008 was 2 years old when I got it with 40,000 miles (currently approaching 200,000). My wife really liked the Prius, so I started looking for a used plug in Prius. At any one time, there are very few low mile Prius Primes for sale. It appears that the newer Primes are 90%+ owned by prior Prius owners. I Live 200 miles (north) of NYC, best part of new Prius is I can drive round trip (400 miles) on one tank, and usually get aprox 50mpg at 70MPH+. I learned you get worse mileage with cruise control. Best electric miles is spring and fall, no A/C or heat, I have gotten almost 30 miles on just electric, in winter, sometime about 20.

    • @94SexyStang
      @94SexyStang 3 года назад +1

      I bought my Camry Hybrid at 135k.......almost at 200k, Never done anything really.......All batteries are stock.

  • @johnlogan7602
    @johnlogan7602 3 года назад +7

    We have a 2017 Prius Prime. We often get over 1,000 miles between fill ups. The most we got was 2,300 miles on one tank. 80% of our trips are less than 25 miles, so we rarely go into gas mode. For our situation, this is an ideal car. We also have solar at home, and our power is hydro-electric, so electricity costs are low. This car is not for everyone, but for those that can take advantage of the features of this car, it makes very good sense.

    • @Undisputed_King
      @Undisputed_King 2 года назад

      But you still have to pay for the electricity in the electric motor. How much if you take that into consideration

    • @johnlogan7602
      @johnlogan7602 2 года назад +2

      @@Undisputed_King as I said before, we have a large solar array that provides the electricity to charge off the grid. It's not for everyone. Just like nit everyone needs a truck. For us, it's ideal.

  • @1967sfoman
    @1967sfoman 3 года назад +2

    My first car was a '89 Eclipse. My 2nd car was a '92 MR2. I then moved into a '03 Subaru WRX. I now drive a 2015. Prius. I have always driven and loved my manual transmission vehicles but my Prius is very relaxing to drive. I really wanted the Prius Prime but in 5 years my 2015 has been so dependable, comfortable and inexpensive that I'm not yet willing to part with it. Btw mine is non-plug-in hybrid. ✌from Oakland, California

  • @arlenmartin8672
    @arlenmartin8672 4 года назад +88

    That car gets 80 miles to the gallon while my truck gets 10

    • @JamesSmith-dn8lb
      @JamesSmith-dn8lb 4 года назад +4

      But that's with charging at home.

    • @CandycaneBeyond
      @CandycaneBeyond 3 года назад +7

      I only pay $20 more a month on my electric bill plus you can get front space parking at some stores!

    • @garethbaus5471
      @garethbaus5471 3 года назад +3

      @@JamesSmith-dn8lb which is cheaper than running on gas where I live.

    • @JamesSmith-dn8lb
      @JamesSmith-dn8lb 3 года назад +2

      @@garethbaus5471 but saying it gets 80mpg isn't true because it's 80 miles, per gallon and some kilowatts.

    • @garethbaus5471
      @garethbaus5471 3 года назад +5

      @@JamesSmith-dn8lb it is still 80 miles traveled while only burning 1 gallon of gasoline.

  • @cash2.0
    @cash2.0 4 года назад +8

    My dad has a Prius Prime. It's a really great car.

  • @diegojimenez4741
    @diegojimenez4741 4 года назад +6

    This car is amazing! I bought it as my first new car and off the lot I didnt fill up until I hit 1200 miles! Yes that does include however charging for free at my job so it's a niche I'm in. But amazing!

  • @russellffnunley
    @russellffnunley 2 года назад +4

    I typically drive my '22 Prime around 1,000 to 1,100 miles per tank of gas, with a daily 19-mile commute (each way) and no charger at work. Love it! :) Thank you for another great video!

  • @triple7marc
    @triple7marc 4 года назад +551

    “Toyota Just Changed the World”
    *3-year old car*

    • @NewEraMusic972
      @NewEraMusic972 4 года назад +66

      I don't know about you but I had no idea any vehicle with a gasoline motor could get 80mpg. That's amazing & I'm glad Scotty made the video. I would say Scotty was right to say Toyota changed the world.

    • @DarwinChaug
      @DarwinChaug 4 года назад +25

      @@NewEraMusic972 It doesn't get 80mpg on gas, it gets 80mpg"e". You need to plug in the car for energy. Tesla Model 3 is way more efficient and gets 133mpge

    • @NewEraMusic972
      @NewEraMusic972 4 года назад +51

      @@DarwinChaug Well obviously it gets that mpg because of the electric motor. But it's still a hybrid. Besides that it's far more affordable than a Tesla. I think that's the point.

    • @AaronSchwarz42
      @AaronSchwarz42 4 года назад +56

      @@DarwinChaug Model 3 not reliable like Prius, does not hold up well over long term use either. Toyota builds quality, many Prius go 300-500k miles nearly all OEM everything //

    • @rubberchickenwings769
      @rubberchickenwings769 4 года назад +14

      @@NewEraMusic972 look up "Volkswagen over 100 mpg" supposedly Americans don't want such efficient vehicles so they don't sell them here.

  • @bheypuor
    @bheypuor 4 года назад +47

    I really enjoy my prime. I drive it on electric and charge it every night before bed. It’s perfect for day to day commute with about 45km range. I haven’t filled up my gas tank in 6 months and the payments are so cheap that I feel like I’m saving money driving it. My house electricity bill hasn’t changed and you can use a regular outlet to charge your car. The best thing is once the electricity runs out then it turns into a regular hybrid. This is coming from a car enthusiast. I still have my fun cars but this is the best daily driver.
    One thing I wish it had was more room in the trunk even with the seats down it’s not that great because the lithium battery raises the back so high.
    If you decide to get the prime get the 2020 or newer as it comes with Apple carplay.

    • @hughjassstudios9688
      @hughjassstudios9688 4 года назад +15

      Make sure the gas gets used up before 12 months, before it oxidizes

    • @fastsetinthewest
      @fastsetinthewest 4 года назад +6

      Nice, I'm not convinced on the value of electricity. The corporations use poor African kids to mine those battery minerals. The transmission of electricity is a gas guzzler over transmission lines. Have you ever been in a workshop that works on electric cars? It's highly dangerous work.

    • @ryadhasanahmed5443
      @ryadhasanahmed5443 4 года назад

      @@fastsetinthewest Toyota is a Japanese company, they don't do these inhumane practices

    • @bobs9242
      @bobs9242 4 года назад

      I got one too, other than the small trunk, no spare, no power, and a bit noisy at speeds, great car

    • @REVNUMANEWBERN
      @REVNUMANEWBERN 4 года назад +5

      SSSSSOOOOOO, you have seen NO increase in your home electric bill??

  • @ytr8989
    @ytr8989 4 года назад +5

    My 2002 Prius has passed 350,000 miles. Original battery, transmission, works great 👍

  • @gfairservice
    @gfairservice 4 года назад +5

    Bought mine may 2019. First tank of gas took me 5265 km(3271 miles) to empty. Live 41 km from work and can plug in there so in the summer I'm ev all the time, winter is a different story. I believe usable battery is around 6.6kwh

  • @doncosner2611
    @doncosner2611 4 года назад +43

    I have to appreciate the quality that goes into the Prius. The price of the car is pretty reasonable too. If I didn't already have a 2018 Corolla SE, I would seriously consider buying a Prius.

    • @wileecoyote5749
      @wileecoyote5749 4 года назад +8

      Your Corolla will last 1.2 million years. You'll be fine

    • @TheDonYG
      @TheDonYG 4 года назад +1

      You avoided being a 🤡

    • @janetrohrbaugh6494
      @janetrohrbaugh6494 4 года назад +1

      Anonymous in all due respect, I can’t believe you’re getting 68 mpg’s in a 2020 corolla. You have to show me your dashboard to believe that. My daughter has a 2020 hybrid corolla and hates it. Said it has no get up and go and her gas mileage doesn’t even come close to 50 mpg’s. I just think you’re not telling the whole story here. Sorry.

    • @pilotgrrl1
      @pilotgrrl1 4 года назад +3

      I love my 2016 Prius. Unfortunately I couldn't wait for the Prime.

    • @drwisdom1
      @drwisdom1 4 года назад +2

      @@janetrohrbaugh6494 In the 1960s no one ever said "my car doesn't come close to getting 50 mpg."

  • @HJC1950
    @HJC1950 4 года назад +4

    I love my 2017 Prius Prime. My running average since day one, 38K+ miles, is now @ 96.7 mpg. Can't beat that.

  • @austindukes1089
    @austindukes1089 2 года назад +5

    This dude is that 90s home repair guy we all come to rely on. Great info

  • @mikeksouza
    @mikeksouza 4 года назад +4

    I just got a 2020 Prius L-eco. Love it!

  • @goosecouple
    @goosecouple 4 года назад +7

    I did a calculation once. Comparing the Corolla and the Prius. After 200k miles, the difference in gas expense is enough for me to buy another Prius.

    • @RCproject18
      @RCproject18 4 года назад

      My 2005 Corolla with 231k miles has burned roughly $21,500 in gas. The car had a sticker price of like $14k.

  • @bahhaziz
    @bahhaziz 4 года назад +13

    The best review Toyota can have for a Prius 👍

  • @Photologistic
    @Photologistic 4 года назад +1

    Even the 2016 RAV4 hybrid has electric AC. It’s so awesome when you are caught in stop and go, traffic jams, drive thru, concert parking, etc. it used to bother me sitting there idling for nothing.

  • @marksr8784
    @marksr8784 2 года назад +2

    I have a 2012 Prius with 165K miles on it and getting 48 mpg....and still going strong 😁 I'd buy another one 😁

  • @smoothvelvetsinger
    @smoothvelvetsinger 4 года назад +49

    I'm getting this car. We already have a gen 2 and a gen 3 Prius and we love those. This one seems amazing.

    • @richrise6851
      @richrise6851 4 года назад +3

      I just leased mine yesterday coming from a 2017 Prius (leased) and I LOVE IT SOOOOO MUCH. Can I ask, how many miles are on your other priuses and how do they run?

    • @freeautoinsurance365
      @freeautoinsurance365 4 года назад

      it looks like a hyundai ioniq

    • @runescaperocks48
      @runescaperocks48 4 года назад

      @@richrise6851 my 2007 Prius has 163k. TPMS broke today after a year of ownership but no issues other than that. It's my first car I bought it with around 150k miles

  • @shinigamitenzei
    @shinigamitenzei 4 года назад +9

    Now I want to swap my Camry for a Prius, great car! and if you can get 250k miles out of it, I'd be pretty happy too!

  • @ytSuns26
    @ytSuns26 3 года назад +1

    Getting ready to turn 200,000 miles on my 2006 Prius everything works and is all original. Finest automotive experience of my 7O years. Never been in the shop for repairs.

  • @nin_the_destroyer2602
    @nin_the_destroyer2602 3 года назад +15

    I've always wanted a Prius. I've been mocked for it, though. Everyone citing how unreliable it is. But I hear it's VERY reliable from people that actually own one.

    • @jordanstark2454
      @jordanstark2454 2 года назад +2

      best car I've owned get one

    • @justintime5021
      @justintime5021 2 года назад +1

      I've actually never heard anyone say they are unreliable. Most I've heard is that they are expensive to repair. Which is true. But that's got nothing to do with reliability. Most people I know who have owned one have had very few issues

    • @rustbeltrobclassic2512
      @rustbeltrobclassic2512 2 года назад +3

      They do have a single MAJOR issue that i have heard reported over and over again.. that at about 395K miles the odometers stop working correctly.. that once you get to that point if you want to track your mileage you have to start to do it by paper, as the trip counter stops working correctly..

    • @jordanstark2454
      @jordanstark2454 2 года назад

      @@rustbeltrobclassic2512 thats crazy

    • @CandycaneBeyond
      @CandycaneBeyond Год назад

      Have you seen the 2023 model, looks amazing

  • @alanwagen
    @alanwagen 4 года назад +7

    My wife's 2018 Prius, not a Prime gets 62 mpg. Very awesome car.

    • @slothypunk
      @slothypunk 3 года назад

      what is the combined real MPG? 62 mpg is not sustainable for regular prius. If you are giving the best MPG, my car get 80 mpg once.

    • @alanwagen
      @alanwagen 3 года назад

      @@slothypunk she has increased her combined to 64.1 mpg. This is a Gen 4 Prius with the Lithium Ion battery.

  • @AaronSmith-gs9xg
    @AaronSmith-gs9xg 4 года назад +8

    I regularly get 80-90 mpg with my 2018 prime without using the plugin the component. I rarely get under 65 mpg even when on the highway. Its is very temperature dependant and runs best in the 60s

    • @SamsungJ-zy3rk
      @SamsungJ-zy3rk 3 года назад +1

      How!? I'm in the market to get a Toyota Prius but I don't know which one to get. Can you please enlighten me in elementary terms how this is possible?

  • @waterdragonclan9108
    @waterdragonclan9108 2 года назад +1

    I had this car and loved it. We signed up electric free at night. So park it and charge it. Average showing in the past year showing 120 mile per gallon.

  • @Matt_from_Florida
    @Matt_from_Florida 4 года назад +3

    I love the 2-tone B&W interior (just like I have on my Chrysler Crossfire, where even the dash & steering wheel are white). It's unofficially known as the 'tuxedo' interior.

  • @210SAi
    @210SAi 4 года назад +11

    The interior package is coded:
    Storm Trooper

  • @BamBamBigelow..
    @BamBamBigelow.. 4 года назад +60

    Scotty too Hotty, my dad taught me the reliability of Toyota

    • @Daddyme92
      @Daddyme92 4 года назад +5

      He does look like a fox 🦊

    • @heartcomedy5
      @heartcomedy5 4 года назад +2

      anthony mo, yah a genius fox. Plus foxes are awesome.

    • @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx
      @ThexXxXxOLOxXxXx 4 года назад +1

      Toyota IS reliability

  • @mytube92369
    @mytube92369 3 года назад +2

    My 08 has 360k all original,it drives excellent ! Love this newer model getting 80 mpg.
    Priuses are a tech marvel. This will be my next Prius and no worries about the battery,you can rebuild the battery easily.

  • @willdumont7359
    @willdumont7359 4 года назад +1

    My father has a base model 2018 prime and loves it! Rarely has to fill it up w/ gas. Base model comes very well equipped (full safety package and heated front seats, still cloth though)

  • @michaelmcdowell605
    @michaelmcdowell605 4 года назад +4

    As an owner of a 2nd gen Prius that purchased for 4500 dollars, everything you said besides the plugin portion is possible. The ride is quite, it’s smooth, gets about 50 mpg, and, because it is older, you can replace the battery for about 1000 dollars if ever needed. I’m forever on the Toyota hybrid train!

  • @voltspc9394
    @voltspc9394 2 года назад +3

    I drive a model 3, and if I had to get a gas car, this would be the one I would get. Interior and mechanical systesms are all designed very well, suprisingly fast, and you cant beat that gas mileage

  • @alexiscmyers2014
    @alexiscmyers2014 4 года назад +2

    I have one in red, I'm a college student and I love it. Can't beat 15$ to fill it up at 2$ a gallon. I have the 2018 model.

  • @rsultan25gaminggxc
    @rsultan25gaminggxc 4 года назад +3

    The cool thing is my commute from Norwalk to Rancho Cucamonga I can charge my car while driving when I drive smart. If I want I can stop at the West Covina mall and charge up. But other than that this car is awesome. I hate the Entune radio system which is Garbage. But this car is fun to drive. Who ever is thinking of getting one they need to get it.

  • @protonneutron9046
    @protonneutron9046 4 года назад +11

    Now THAT is a great everyday use car!

  • @ohyeahgamer3736
    @ohyeahgamer3736 4 года назад +98

    To be honest who would drive a full ev car when you could drive a hybrid so much more range for the money

    • @Catman1798
      @Catman1798 4 года назад +13

      Ev cars don’t require much maintenance so I heard. Hybrid cars still need oil changes spark plugs etc. I prefer to do away with all that entirely if possible. But then again toyota hybrids have been around longer. Proven technology

    • @sandorclegane2485
      @sandorclegane2485 4 года назад +12

      @@Catman1798 This.
      Unfortunately evs are still succeptible to a few issues and very much a new technology. Priuses are solidly reliable cars that are bridging the gap between ICE and EV. Hence why they are preferable.

    • @jeffreyfurtado3681
      @jeffreyfurtado3681 4 года назад +7

      Tesla, still has reliability issues.

    • @Mohapi_Tau
      @Mohapi_Tau 4 года назад +3

      @@Catman1798 EVs still require oil changes.

    • @sandorclegane2485
      @sandorclegane2485 4 года назад +11

      @ go on ebay and tell me the average mileage of a prius. They are one of the most reliable cars on the market.
      Nothing else to say.

  • @sarahnewyork702
    @sarahnewyork702 3 года назад +2

    Got a 2000 landcruiser 550,000 miles and all parts are original. It's super reliable car too. I love Toyota 😍

  • @justintime5021
    @justintime5021 2 года назад +1

    I rented a 2021 Prius for a couple weeks when my car got totalled. I actually really miss that thing. 50 mpg, reasonable amount of power, lots of cargo room and a comfortable ride. I think they're great

  • @thereformedyouthguypodcast
    @thereformedyouthguypodcast 4 года назад +24

    Scotty give us a review of the 2021 RAV4 prime.

  • @rdvqc
    @rdvqc 4 года назад +12

    I have had a Prius Prime for about 3 years now and I love it. For normal local driving I buy gas about every other month.

    • @stateniland
      @stateniland 3 года назад

      Question: If the plug in cord is not long enough to each my exterior (on my home) outlet can I use an extension cord? I need about a 30' run.
      Thank you

    • @rdvqc
      @rdvqc 3 года назад +1

      @@stateniland While it is probably not recommended you could probably use a heavy 12 gauge extension.

  • @hanj31
    @hanj31 3 года назад +2

    I’ve seen 80mpg + on my old Prius C driving up to Bakersfield from my home in Santa Clarita which is 45 minutes north of DTLA

  • @beedslolkuntus2070
    @beedslolkuntus2070 4 года назад +1

    1:03 that seemed so familar for a second right? xD when the transition changed and he was still resting with the hand xD

  • @4orrcountry
    @4orrcountry 3 года назад +5

    I've driven a 2021 Prius Prime. Absurd gas mileage, good acceleration, excellent handling, quiet ride...my only complaint is the LOW GROUND CLEARANCE - Drivers MUST PAY ATTENTION to parking curbs, tight corners in tight areas, entering/exiting city parking lots over sidewalks, speed bumps and ANY kind of road hazard!

  • @garethbaus5471
    @garethbaus5471 3 года назад +5

    I drive a Prius plugin(it predates the prime), and I can get 100mpg on my 20 mile(each way) commute I can average a bit over 100 mpg round trip which isn't bad for having half the battery size of the prime.

  • @crankybuzzard6867
    @crankybuzzard6867 2 года назад +1

    not sure how I missed this before.... Nice job, Scotty!!!

  • @betitos11
    @betitos11 3 года назад +1

    This is a very nice looking car. I just wanna say that with my first generation 2014 Chevy Cruze diesel, I've also done over 600 miles of highway driving on a full tank. The second generation Cruze diesel has improved that range.

  • @MC-ny7iw
    @MC-ny7iw 4 года назад +5

    Scotty for a balanced comparison, you should review the Honda clarity next.

  • @mixflip
    @mixflip 3 года назад +72

    I wish they made a Tundra hybrid that get 40mph

    • @Sunset4Semaphores
      @Sunset4Semaphores 3 года назад +13

      The new Sennia Hybrid is getting 35-40MPG with the same transaxle being put in RAV4 Prime. I think it is only a matter of time before Toyota offers a hybrid truck.

    • @CurseIV
      @CurseIV 3 года назад +4

      Heck no don’t ruin good Toyota trucks by making it a hybrid. If you cant afford the gas dont buy trucks

    • @musicalhistory4392
      @musicalhistory4392 3 года назад +3

      Toyota's long term plan is offering all their vehicles in hybrid, so it will probably come some day.

    • @Wolfiecolada
      @Wolfiecolada 3 года назад +3

      @@CurseIV if you can afford to pay for the extra expense of it being hybrid, you aren't worried about the cost of gas, you probably just wanna move away from fossil fuels. don't knock it till you try it.

    • @hedgehogthesonic3181
      @hedgehogthesonic3181 3 года назад +2

      @@CurseIV Making a truck hybrid is not going to ruin it, is going to make it better, more reliable, efficient and practical. If you don't know what you are talking about, do not say anything.

  • @dijikid
    @dijikid 3 года назад +1

    Scotty,Thanks for reviewing the Prius prime

  • @douglas2510
    @douglas2510 2 года назад +1

    I have a 2004 Prius 2 with 203k miles and it also have a very good sound insulation. Car is so quiet I think the car is not turned on. It also develops 55mpg constant during winter and 60mpg during summer.

  • @AvidDIYer
    @AvidDIYer 4 года назад +31

    I love my Prius Prime so much I bought a second one for my wife. And like Scotty's customer, I also drove across the country and bought them in the northeast, where they are cheaper. Unlike Scotty's customer, I opted for the all black interior though!
    If you drive carefully you can get 80 MPG in the city -- without ever plugging it in. I rarely get that due to my heavy gas pedal foot. If you just commute to work and plug in every night, you rarely use the gas engine and you can go thousands of miles before having to fill up.
    Speaking of heavy foot, it accelerates from 0 to 60 the same as my Acura Integra used to. Not as fast as a modern sporty car, but quick enough. And it beats most gas cars off the line for the first 20 feet or so due to the electric motor torque.
    The MPGe rating is like 120. Meaning it is really efficient in electric only mode.
    After 56,000 miles, my overall total fuel economy is 96 MPG. Unfortunately, there is no good way to measure how much electricity I've also been using to get that. But electricity at my home is about 1/4 the cost of gasoline.
    I paid $26,000 for the top of the line model with all the safety and convenience features. Then, with the federal tax credit I got another $4502 back. And since it is so cheap to own and operate, it is a great car for those who drive a lot, not just eco tree huggers.
    Finally, because I do live in an eco friendly town, the blue book value on my newer one is nearly the same as I bought it for 2 years ago.
    I've owned many Corollas and Priuses, but these are my favorites!

    • @CarlosCruz-nq8yp
      @CarlosCruz-nq8yp 2 года назад +2

      Hello! It’s been over a year since you commented this… how are your cars doing! Still performing well? I’m looking at buying one

    • @AvidDIYer
      @AvidDIYer 2 года назад +5

      Hi @@CarlosCruz-nq8yp --- we've not had any issues whatsoever with the Prius Primes. Just replaced wipers and tires. We did sell the second one we bought for my wife as we were no longer commuting so we didn't need two. But we were able to sell it in Seattle after 2 years for almost as much as we bought it for in Rhode Island! Our overall fuel economy has gone down somewhat to about 88 MPG, but that is due to the change in our driving and charging habits.
      Some nice things about the newer ones compared to my 2017 is that there are now five seats (three in the back) whereas mine only has four seats, and the infotainment system is now Apple CarPlay compatible (and Android Auto compatible on the lower model).
      The only other thing you should know is that I would love to sell this Prius Prime and buy a RAV4 Prime, due to the larger battery size (42 miles between charges), all-wheel-drive, and extra cargo space. But it is nearly impossible to find a RAV4 Prime at a dealership and they are marked up above MSRP, so we'll just keep driving the Prius Prime for now!

    • @kenkuchnicki9012
      @kenkuchnicki9012 2 года назад

      @@AvidDIYer is the Prius Prime big enough to sleep in?

    • @Kristin49
      @Kristin49 2 года назад +1

      Did you see a large increase in your power bill? Always been curious about that with electric cars

    • @AvidDIYer
      @AvidDIYer 2 года назад +1

      @@Kristin49 No, we didn't notice a big increase. But the Prime doesn't have a huge battery like a Tesla. It uses the equivalent of 15 light bulbs for about 5 hours to charge up the battery, which will go 25 miles.

  • @DaniPrays
    @DaniPrays 4 года назад +8

    I found this Prius to be appealing...its growing on me. I’m either growing older or need a hybrid to balance my Dodge Challenger.

    • @greghelton4668
      @greghelton4668 4 года назад

      D M100 or both. . 😊

    • @timothyandrewnielsen
      @timothyandrewnielsen 2 года назад

      Most families have a gas guzzler truck type vehicle and a prius or camry as the daily grocery store trip vehicle.

  • @mkfmgaming3019
    @mkfmgaming3019 4 года назад +2

    I have a 2012 Prius v and I love it! 44mpg is nice but wow 80mpg sounds crazy

  • @27photoguy
    @27photoguy 3 года назад +2

    I have the 2021 limited and I love it. My average mpg averages in the 80s with no effort. Plus I get electric range in the 30s

  • @prestobizmal
    @prestobizmal 4 года назад +64

    “I don’t like Prius’ they’re too meme status”
    *watches this video*
    “ITS MORPHIN TIME!”

    • @dipak84dr
      @dipak84dr 4 года назад

      What does meme mean???

    • @CandycaneBeyond
      @CandycaneBeyond 3 года назад +2

      I beg to differ....I'm cheap! I hate paying too much for gas!

    • @77.88.
      @77.88. 3 года назад

      Me,Me I put all that extra gas money in my pocket not the gas company, in addition to driving the best engineered car out there.

    • @FLOODK9
      @FLOODK9 3 года назад

      Meme???

  • @rafaeldiaz8129
    @rafaeldiaz8129 4 года назад +27

    REV UP YOUR PRIUSes !!! 🔋 ⚡️ ⛽️!!!!

  • @Didyoureallythinkaboutit
    @Didyoureallythinkaboutit 3 года назад +1

    I have this car and love it, get 40 miles on electric only around town (I drive like the old man I am). Pisses a few off w my quarter mile coast but hey, I’m saving the Earth (and US). I live in New Orleans where the only hills we have are called bridges. Seventy MPG on the highway at 55 and 40PSI tires (did I mention I’m old?).

  • @mostmost1
    @mostmost1 4 года назад +3

    My 2013 Prius has been good to me so far. Got it used and cheap.

  • @physicslawyer9845
    @physicslawyer9845 3 года назад +7

    Scotty, our 2017 Prime gets 36 miles on a charge in the summer. Our 2007 Prius has 490k miles!! We changed the battery at 470k miles! We still drive it.

    • @SPINEVENTZ
      @SPINEVENTZ 3 года назад

      I have a 2018 and I cant go over 25miles on ev! how do you do that?

    • @physicslawyer9845
      @physicslawyer9845 3 года назад

      @@SPINEVENTZ Don't use heat/air conditioning and keep it at most 55 mph :)

  • @franciscoburgos787
    @franciscoburgos787 2 года назад +1

    I bought the 2021 fully loaded. Pretty happy with it. I’m saving so much gas that the savings is enough to make the car payment plus insurance and still puts a couple bucks back in my wallet. I’m keeping this thing til it dies. Probably longer. I’m pretty handy w a wrench.

  • @silver10188
    @silver10188 3 года назад +1

    very informative, better than Dough and other junk reviews that are entertaining but junk. Here is both informative and entertaining.

  • @goosecouple
    @goosecouple 4 года назад +6

    Once I got 99 MPG on my prius 2. Depends on my driving pattern. Average 66 MPG in the summer.