After all these years, the prius is as much a rorschach test as it is a form or. But i still believe the prime is a great car to get people who may otherwise not have looked at a plugin car at all to try them out and test out what its like to drive in electric mode. Back then, the car was effectively a toyota echo sedan with the hybrid. Browse key features and get inside tips on choosing the right style for you. Used 2016 toyota prius for sale with photos cargurus. Damaged or broken mirror housings make your car unsightly, but driving with cracked or missing mirror glass can be dangerous, not to mention illegal. Back in 2004, the toyota prius earned a spot on our 10best cars list. Find out the latest modifications you can make to your 2016 prius here. You may not like the offbeat looks, the disconnected driving experience. The 2016 toyota prius is the most fuel efficient car without a plug, but its also surprisingly easy to live with thanks to its spacious comfortable cabin and. May 06, 2016 the 2016 toyota prius is the most fuel efficient car without a plug, but its also surprisingly easy to live with thanks to its spacious comfortable cabin and an assortment of smart tech amenities. From first glance, the new prius has that same slipperythroughair silhouette, but look more closely and things get rather different from the.
In a 2016 first drive, we said that the redesigned prius is a better driving car, featuring an improved ride and a quiet cabin, the new platform also contributed to the improvement in the car s. Prius haters, it may be time to take another look at the worlds bestselling hybrid car. Toyota lent us a 2016 prius three touring, which tipped the cost scales at. The prius has a significant premium in price over a standard compact car, so this is what we need to compare it to corolla actually has 7 inches more rear legroom.
Nov 18, 2015 the prius blazed a path for every other clean car. Hands down, the volt is the more comfortable car to drive long distance. It could not even reasonably be considered a fun car in the strictest sense. Car is in great shape with no issues mechanically, on the exterior or interior of the vehicle. The hood is chopped and easier for the driver especially shorter. Exterior mirrors for 2016 toyota prius for sale ebay. Use our calculator to get an estimated loan or lease payment based on current offers in your area. They mention the prime is only 77 lbs heavier than similarly equipped prius, which is lighter than the 3rd gen. Side ratings are assigned by the institute based on a test conducted by toyota as part of side crash test verification. Discussion in prius, hybrid, ev and altfuel news started by. But thread the prius down a twisty road and the steering precision and body control will be mindblowing to anyone whos driven the old car. Car and driver tests all three prius prime trims priuschat. Car and driver is going to offer a different opinion on prime versus volt than a magazine like greencars.
Side ratings are assigned by the institute based on a test conducted. I had a 2009 prius and the 2016 is lower to the ground, handles more like a sports car. I did find a quote from my co driver jeff cobb, who drove before me where he said while driving the 2015 prius, i was doing 49, 50, up to 52 in that. The toyota prius was redesigned for the 2016 model year and the prius prime was introduced in the 2017 model year. Hybrid cars in general, and the toyota prius in particular, have become so much a part of the fabric of the automotive scene that its easy to forget that the original prius went on sale in japan less than 20 years ago. The 2016 toyota prius is more fun to drive, more fuel efficient, better looking and roomier than before. I never thought i would like the prius, but it really is a nice. Selling a 2016 toyota prius 3 touring with 60773 miles. Oct 29, 2016 10,600 miles on the car and im still delighted with it. The car is hypersonic red with an eyecatching two tone, white and black interior. The last one the 2016 prius i was doing over 56, 57 mph. Jun 22, 2016 i took my 2016 prius on a quick drive showing ev mode, mileage driving normally, and overall thoughts. Well, as i recently found out, theres more to the allnew 2016 prius than meets the eye. The oddly curved roof and high satellite antenna meant it was unlikely there would be a good roof rack for the volt any time soon.
Sep 06, 2016 the polarizing lines of the fourthgeneration prius may not look like an ordinary car, but thankfully it drives more like one now. It isnt that fun to drive due to its slothful acceleration and soso handling, but it has excellent fuel economy, plenty of space for passengers and cargo, and a nice assortment of features for a 2016 vehicle. It was the winner of our 2019 best used cars for teens award and a finalist for our 2016 best hybrid car for the money award. The hybrid juggernaut shows no sign of slowing down. Versus the outgoing genthree prius s 51 mpg city and 48 highway, the fourthgeneration 2016 model posts epa figures of 54 city, 50 highway. Gen 4 prius accessories and modifications a new prius means new accessories. See all 162 photos 2016 toyota prius v overview is the 2016 toyota prius v a good used wagon. Toyota lent us a 2016 prius three touring, which tipped the cost. Research current prices and the latest discounts and lease deals. Read our opinions of the fourthgeneration prius and see photos at car and driver. Check out the latest toyota prius features and specs at car and driver, including safety and warranty information. The volts are much quicker and sportier than the prius as well, especially the gen2 volt. And, try as we might, we cant get it to fit into any particular segment. Performance tested 2016 toyota prius longterm road test.
Its 3 inches longer, slightly wider, and the driver sits almost 2 inches lower than before. They arent as modern as the latest prius, but they may be worth a look. It has been very reliable and i will continue to buy a prius when this one stops working, years down the road. By zach bowman for those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicles braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work. More often than not, when i think of a performance car i think of something like the dodge. The redesigned 2016 toyota prius is a reimagined green machine with an eye toward driving dynamics and even more realworld miles per gallon. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Versus the outgoing genthree priuss 51 mpg city and 48 highway, the fourth generation 2016 model posts epa figures of 54 city, 50 highway. With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 2016 toyota prius. Make no mistake, the 2016 prius is not a performance car.
Moreover, the extravirtuous prius two eco model is rated 58 city, 53 highway. My daily commute is 60% highway and 40% local roads but not much bumper to bumper. We have 1,123 2016 toyota prius vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 1,199 1owner cars, and 1,317 personal use cars. Beginning with 2015 models, the front structure, apillar, door sill, and hinge pillar were modified and the side curtain airbags were lengthened to improve occupant protection in small overlap frontal crashes. The prius three touring trim adds the toyota safety sense p. The allnew 2016 toyota prius takes the formula to the next level, offering improved driving dynamics, more utility and better fuel economy than ever before. Dec, 2016 read more and see pictures at car and driver. Prius is definitely the more economical car to own, from purchase through operating costs, but for me, the. The prime had roof rails listed in the accessories and claimed 110lb weight limit. Versus the outgoing genthree priuss 51 mpg city and 48 highway, the fourthgeneration 2016 model posts epa figures of 54 city, 50 highway. The new, independent rear suspension makes a big difference, and removes a lot of the unpleasantness some people felt when driving a prius. In return for sacrificing some room and power, the prius c rewards its owner with a price tag starting under.
This is essentially a set of components on which multiple vehicle types can. The prius v is the bigandtall toyota prius, the one with a huge back seat and 34 cubic feet of cargo space 67 cubic feet with the rear seat folded. I have driven across the country and get terrific gas mileage. Mileage has averaged 62 mpg by actual measurement, which is about 3 mph lower than the dash readout.
Popular searches toyota camry ford f150 car appraiser tool subaru. The 2016 toyota prius is a more radical break from previous prius designs than the previous version. Search over,100 listings to find the best local deals. Up to 56 mpg, now with carplay and alexa for all grades. The 2017 toyota prius closes the gap between driving a hybrid and driving a normal car, even though it still looks like nothing else on the road. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next car. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 2016 prius models nationwide. Hybrid cars in general, and the toyota prius in particular, have become. Toyota prius 2016, power side view mirror by replace.
Having both models in my sights for a possible replacement vehicle, im leaning volt myself but im not going to take the plunge until a i need a new car and b more data are available. The new prius responds quicker, feels more composed and had less lean. Driving the used 2016 toyota prius v the highpriced ends of the car world include porsche, ferrari and others using the hybrid concept to make cars faster, but marketable hybrids had their. The 2016 prius is a tiny bit better than the outgoing prius, and the next generation will be a tiny bit better than this new generation.
Some model and trim level information revealed john voelcker october 14, 2015 comment now. We were looking for a car to replace both our car and our truck with the only truck requirement of being able to carry two kayaks. We actually preferred to leave the prius in power mode, where the acceleration is zippier. Very solid car and is the most fuel efficient non plugin hybrid.
Toyota says that the tnga platform gives the 2016 prius a more rigid body and improved crashworthiness. As a moderately used car for the suburbs, the prius has no peer. Gen 4 2016 to current toyota prius forums priuschat. Prius three models and above also benefit from an ecofriendly leather. An underbody rear fin helps stabilize the vehicle at higher speeds. After 185,000 miles, 9 years, and no issues, it was time to get a new one. A new frontdrive platform underpinned the car, although the wheelbase remained unchanged and overall length grew by a lone centimetre. Featured 2016 hyundai sonata hybrid test and phv drive. Toyotas 2016 prius c is the companys smallest and least expensive hybrid car. The redesigned prius feels more athletic and more fun to drive than. Get the best deals on exterior mirrors for 2016 toyota prius when you shop the. Contributing editor csaba csere takes an indepth and technical look into the 20 ford fusion hybrid on the latest episode of car and driver. Sep 24, 2015 the 2016 prius is the first of what will likely be many models based on toyotas new generation architecture, or tnga.
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