I like the redesign, the old Prius models look like a car that was a virtue signal on wheels, the new Prius looks like what cool cars of the future looked like in early 2000’s movies. I think they killed it with the redesign

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Big time

@Euro2024champs

Жыл бұрын

spoken like the conservative snowflake you are.

@A1Bokeh

Жыл бұрын

lmao hey bro i want one

@kybuschfan4

Жыл бұрын

8th gen Civic vibes

@lightshunshine3861

Жыл бұрын

@@kybuschfan4 mercedes EQS just looks like 9th gen civic also

I have a 2023 XLE and I absolutely love it! Has plenty of power and is incredibly quiet at lower speeds

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your ownership input!

@Uberslavewithabmw

Жыл бұрын

how much mpg are you averaging?

@imjustaturkey9913

Жыл бұрын

when did you get it?

@bitbat9

Жыл бұрын

@@Uberslavewithabmw I’m averaging 53 overall. But on shorter trips or purely city driving for extended periods I’m getting over 60 MPG

@bitbat9

Жыл бұрын

@@imjustaturkey9913 I got on a wait list early in march and picked up the car march 31st

This car has a combined mpg in the 50s. Toyota really knows how to make fuel efficient cars.

@CaliSteve169

Жыл бұрын

Only problem is - they aren't making enough. Good luck finding one.

@YawmSaub

Жыл бұрын

​@Steve Vassilev I put a deposit on a limited trim last week, dealer said mine won't be available until August, as all Prius are already spoken for until August.

@CaliSteve169

Жыл бұрын

@@YawmSaub are you paying msrp?

@YawmSaub

Жыл бұрын

@@CaliSteve169 yes, I pay msrp. $37k out the door with all options and features

@MrUnk0wnN

Жыл бұрын

@@YawmSaub what state are you in that allowed you msrp?

Now that’s a Prius I can get on board with! Thanks for the great content as always!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Of course man!

@CaliSteve169

Жыл бұрын

Good luck finding it, unless you pay 50K for it.

I thought I would never ever say this but I personally think this Prius looks better than the Camry. Except for the V6 trim.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I’m right there with you!

@Blackhawk556.

Жыл бұрын

The rear lights on the Prius are not that good looking. I think this is the section where they dropped the ball.

@jacedragon

Жыл бұрын

I always thought the Prius was ugly. I was just saying how nice it looks now while watching this video. I might get one soon for work

@Anomize23

Жыл бұрын

@@Blackhawk556.exactly why

@mikezimerman6831

Жыл бұрын

WoW not bad for a Prius‼️👍

I can't get over how good it looks. Can't wait to see the next Camry.

@galaxiejino158

11 ай бұрын

The next camry oufffff I can't wait ❤

I bought an ECO lithium Prius off show room floor Jan. 14, 2016 in Culpeper, VA, two weeks before they went on sale $24,000. I make 55-60 mpg and it will be my last car I turned 80 on May the Fourth. It was my 17th FWD car. My first FWD car was a SAAB 96 two stroke bought in Luxembourg April 1967 when I was at Bitburg AB. I drove to 10 countries 50,000 miles no oil changes. I had first SAAB 99 in U.S. in May 1969, bought in 73 SAAB 99 EMS drove 4,000 miles in Europe 2,000 in Britain/Scotland. Loved Saabs they were the safest best technology at the time. I bought my first Prius in Feb. 2012 loved it 45-50 mpg. I had driven a million miles in 16 FWD cars only. The weight of hybrid battery in rear made it more stable on winding roads in Virginia. However, the 2016 Prius stunned me when I test drove it around a slalom like road around Culpeper. I told the salesman I had driven only FWD cars but none had an independent rear suspension which makes it handle like a sports car. The new Prius is a beauty but when driving you don’t see that. Road & Track’s first review said they liked the new Prius but not its design. I have a photo of it next to a Honda CRX coupe fastback they looked like twins mine the bigger one. The drag CX was .25 lower than every car. The race cars have bigger engine fronts. The new Prius and Teslas may be .24? No radiator more streamlined. The new Prius suspension may make it sportier but the extra 100 HP I don’t need around here. My community has rolling hill roads for my last two miles and my battery always is fully charged when I get home. I have no electric charging don’t want it. Early Primes didn’t have Regen braking charging. I guess it has it now. In 1968, I drove my 46 HP SAAB around nearby Nurburgring and passed all the seniors driving their Mercedes. On autobahn few cars passed me. Porsches sent to US. In 1973 I took my 110 HP Saab to Nurburgring and was told it was closed they were testing V-6 racing Ford’s. I had four disc brakes but would have probably wrecked. Only BMW 2002 turbo was more powerful 4 Cylinder in US. Toyota makes great cars I visited Camry factory near my birthplace Lexington, Kentucky. I road tested the new Camry I liked it but too big. My son has a 2012 Prius in Florida. My daughter lives near me and waited for a month supply chain from Japan for a Corolla with 16 “ mag wheels,.My 2004 Corolla had only 141,000 when hit from behind at a light. She had 225,000 on her old engine Corolla. I had two deer the same week hit my right front almost totaled new Prius. Toyota’s never die they just get wrecked. My son’s 4 dr. Yaris rear right was totaled by a semi trailer truck. You all drive safely.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that experience Clive.

He’s getting closer and closer to 1 million!! It was an awesome review Joe.

I honestly think the manual sun roof and passenger seat are the way to go. Easy, simple, and less things to break. More things nowadays that move in a mechanical way oughta be mechanically operated. Not electronically controlled and operated. Although some things are nice being electric like windows lol. (Who misses crank windows?) haha! But still when it comes to seats and anything big I think simple is better. I love this new design to the Prius, I’m hoping to maybe be able to get one someday!

@laurapalmerTDGE

Жыл бұрын

Right! God gave us two hands! Less electric, less defects.

@Justakatto

Жыл бұрын

@@laurapalmerTDGE lmao

@topsecret1837

Жыл бұрын

@@laurapalmerTDGE You’ll probably not realize that having some things electric is better than hydraulically operated features of the past. Namely power steering

@Journey_to_who_knows

Жыл бұрын

Manual windows would have probably saved 4 hours of my life from shutting down the engine, realising a window was open then having to turn it back on to roll it down and shut it down again

That's one eye-catching design. I love the Toyota Prius. Other than the obvious economical advantages, it's a deceptive compact vehicle. Small on the outside yet roomy inside. Just a fantastic car. 👍🏿

Toyota is the king of hybrids.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

This is so very true!

Plot Twist: Joe Raiti borrowed this Prius from Brian Griffin in Quahog, Rhode Island.

@wwesupermiahroblox4460

Жыл бұрын

He said He was in California so you think he will just drive to California from Rhode Island?

@adielleiva7550

Жыл бұрын

I did understand brother 😂

@amarbirkumar

Жыл бұрын

Roadhouse

@herbyoung2767

Жыл бұрын

Who?

Seems like my 2022 Camry LE hybrid is more efficient than this prius. I drive 125 miles round trip to work with 90% on the interstate @ 70 mph and I average 51 mpg and can get 600 miles on a tank. Hybrid is the way to go. I would like to see them come out with a Camry prime...I don't know why they haven't yet.

@mfr5725

Жыл бұрын

Toyota does math, they can build 1 BEV, 7 Primes or 90 Hybrids with the same amount of raw materials for the battery/electric portion

Always enjoy your videos for years. Thanks Joe and Lori! I saw my first new priuis in California today, looked really good in person 👍🏻

You're the best at reviewing vehicles. I love all of your content. Thanks for the review of this vehicle. It looks really great. Ray. 😊

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your great support Ray!

@rayinhollywood

Жыл бұрын

​@@RaitisRides You're very welcome. 😊😊😊

@shawnsponds

Жыл бұрын

He is clueless

@rayinhollywood

Жыл бұрын

@@shawnsponds I loved that movie. With Cher & Dionne. 😊😊😊

@Calleseprro

Жыл бұрын

@@shawnsponds and you keep coming back to watch😂😂😂

This looks like a Toyota concept car brought straight to market!

I actually saw a new Prius on the road the other day, I think I was actually drooling. Seriously, it's got some road presence now. 😂

Joe you are the best car reviewer Hope you get to 1 mil soon

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for having my back

@wwesupermiahroblox4460

Жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides your welcome! 😊😌

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

@@wwesupermiahroblox4460 you are the best

@wwesupermiahroblox4460

Жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides thank you. You too!

@goldengrill769

Жыл бұрын

When a complement became a alpha male 'having the last word' contest lmao

I think it’s a little overpriced at 40k because now they are competing with Tesla model 3 but I do like how you have the option of gas or plug in. And you can drive long trips without relying on charging

@StReEtWaLkeRpNoY

Жыл бұрын

I rather get the regular one 😅

@LoveIsWar977

Жыл бұрын

yeah for me, i rather get the prius because fck the charging lol.

@acaughey09

Жыл бұрын

MSRP is 32k with a 4k rebate

@abrahammc2125

Жыл бұрын

@@LoveIsWar977 the prius plug in is only worth it when ur commute is within the same city. charging is also iffy. I have a model Y i charge solely off my house i never supercharge. And i have solar. I drive my model y around town for free. Its worth it for me. but not a road trip car and i know that.

@thehylianloach9473

Жыл бұрын

@@acaughey09 doubt anyone will get one for that price though

The design is perfect!

This is the first Prius I really want. I'd sell my 5-year-old Accord perhaps to get a new Prius.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

You are not the first to say that

Been on the waiting list for one of these since January, I can't wait to get my hands on it

@thomaslawlor4200

Жыл бұрын

We've been on the waiting list since last June. We ordered a 22 Prime and were told it would land this spring. Now, we've been told; 22's are no more so we have to get a 23. Which turns out to be a good thing. However, last week they told us not to expect the car until November of this year. A full 17 months ! Oh, and it likely will be a 24 model. This is all costing us money. Firstly, the original $ 10,000 trade in offer is no longer valid and we will get thousands less (2013 Prius C), for it. On top of that, the 23 is more expensive than the 22 as the 24 will be more than the 23. Then, where we live we'd get a $ 6,500 rebate. Sadly, we may end up canceling the order.

@Requinix17

Жыл бұрын

@@thomaslawlor4200 yeah the regular 23 prius hybrid might be more accessible than the prjme. Toyota is really horribly behind on their production

Behind the steering wheel there were 2 rapidly blinking lights. What are those and can they be turned off (strobing/blinking lights like that give my wife a serious headache and hurt her eyes)

@angelmonae7140

Жыл бұрын

That’s just how it shows on camera nothing flashes in person

I’m gonna have to trade in my 2018 Prime

It looks beautiful i have to admit... I saw an orange light come on the dash..did it help with any collision warning or that was something else?

This Prius looks mean and lean!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I like the way you put that

The part when Joe says creepy Tesla drivers staring at you 😂😂😂

This Prius is making me actually want one, it's crazy how nice it looks.

great car... but $41k.... that's way too much for something like this.

Looks like a Hammerhead Shark with that front end design!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Good call on that one

@wbwayne8887

Жыл бұрын

Better than looking like a 🐱🐟 like the current Sonata.

14:54 what a tangent 😂⚾️

The new Prime is great, but it is impossible to find. Even if you find one, they are asking for 10-15K above sticker. That's Tesla Model 3 Performance territory. I bought my Prius Prime new in 2019. After incentives, discount and tax credit, I paid 22K out the door. Bottom line - the Prime is a great deal at or below msrp. At the current prices and availability- it's pointless to even consider it.

@sumgi1537

Жыл бұрын

yea, good point. my other buddy said the same. This has to be a no brainer of a price since this is a hybrid and its competitor seems to be Tesla. id assume ppl would just rather pay 10- 15k more for a tesla.

Great car, but unfortunate dealership are asking 10K markup here in California. After the markup you’re getting on Lexus Es350 territory.

Nice but all that glass on the top is a no for me. What is it with car makers making glass "panoramic sunroofs" go all the way from front to back? It gets hot up there and is not practical. It is probably great for your passengers or if you are an Uber driver but I drive by myself 99% of the time so I don't see the benefit for the driver. If they make it without that sunroof I would get this car but I just bought the new black beauty with black rims awesome 2023 Mazda CX-50 and I love sitting up higher and going more for crossover/small SUV like many folks.

Is the hybrid system really worth it? How many miles must you drive to start seeing actual financial benefits? 100000? So I’ve heard. And to add a solar roof? More money. 6.6 zero to 60? More like 7.6 Price? 41k. After all the interest rates, dealer fees that’s easily a 49000 car For that you might as well get a model 3

@zoobrizz

Жыл бұрын

Nope. Ours was 35k. XLE

As an owner of Jackie Bradley Jr. signed baseball, I'm sorry for your loss and I feel your pain💔😥

Lamborghini is not happy about this.

Never knew u were from Bklyn, as always my go to guy when it comes to car reviews, Bk in the house.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah Brooklyn brother!

Whoever the designer is on the Toyota team must be a magician. What I think is they should do is borrow that magician over at the Honda Accord studio. Maybe they could learn a thing or two. If they can make an ugly duckling into a swan, then they can give the Accord an attractive face. 😀

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

They knocked it out of the park Chris

@DarkJediChrisG-1425

Жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides Exactly 💯

@Blackwing668

Жыл бұрын

Bro I saw the redesigned accord in person yesterday and it looks rental car worthy,but not in a bad way. It didn’t look like a curved refrigerator on wheels or a giant metal jellybean/roasted marshmallow. It looked pretty good;the trim was an ex trim (I think that’s the base trim,feel free to correct me in that comments section.)

@DarkJediChrisG-1425

Жыл бұрын

@Cobra427BigBlock Yeah, it doesn't look that bad, I just think Camry would be better. My neighbor bought an 23 accord.

@Blackwing668

Жыл бұрын

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 awesome. It’s a good car.

How is that rear view camera Joe? Looks nifty.

Great review on Brian Griffin's favorite car!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I see what you did there

Never considered a Prius before the new design. Now with the new look and extra horse power, this one is on top of my list!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Toyota did a great job for sure!

Keep going 💯💯

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

You got it Jimmy

Amazing car with great MPG, but the pricing puts it in a tough spot. Seems like this Prime model is stuck in no man’s land between the cheaper HEV Priuses and entry level EVs like a standard Model 3

@pdd3

Жыл бұрын

It's better than the Model 3.

@humanitychangers3846

Жыл бұрын

Agree no need for 30minutes stops when traveling across the country

@abrahammc2125

Жыл бұрын

@@humanitychangers3846 ​ Its only better than the model 3 when u use it for long distance commutes or roadtrips. If you live in a city like most people... the model 3 for the price and not paying markups etc. beat the prius out right. Rn a prius markup 3 miles down from the tesla factory is 10k. You can get a model 3 for wayyy less than the prius when u include the markups, dealer ripping u off and wait times. Tesla has inventory sitting. Toyota doesnt

@humanitychangers3846

Жыл бұрын

@@abrahammc2125 did you in even read my comment?

My parents bought 2023 camry and the prius and I have to say the prius looks much better in most of the trims

Just seen one on the road here in Dallas, TX. Looks great. But I'm in a 2023 V6 XSE Camry...too fun to be efficient lol

Definitely agree about the sunshade and seats. They should all be power.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

You are spot on the money!

@WestfirRIverCottage

Жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides And REAR Vents- my 2017 Outback has them:)

Based on the video title I was expecting more compare and contrast with the Camy hybrid.

Looks fantastic ! 👍 Especially in this color.

The Manual sun roof is better so that stuff doesn’t break down

My setup would be black to give this Prius a sporty and sinister look. Never thought I’d say Prius and sporty and sinister in the same freaking sentence. So much so,I wouldn’t mind this as my first car. 😊

@DarkJediChrisG-1425

Жыл бұрын

Me neither bro 😆 This Prius surprised everyone.

@Blackwing668

Жыл бұрын

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 definitely Toyota even made a commercial about our reactions😂😂😂😊😊

@DarkJediChrisG-1425

Жыл бұрын

@Cobra427BigBlock Really? I never saw it yet

@sumgi1537

Жыл бұрын

no surprise since the Toyota Camry has been looking more sporty every year! its about time the prius did too!

@Blackwing668

Жыл бұрын

@@sumgi1537 the Camry has aggressive styling cues way better than the accord. Well to me at least

It's got a good beat and I can dance to it.

Joe, when is the Walker Ford event?? this weekend?

Can't wait for the all new 2023 Toyota Tacoma on May 19th!!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I will bring you the news Dan

@DarkJediChrisG-1425

Жыл бұрын

I heard the big news too

Raiti reviews are the best.

Brilliant review... Brilliant car... What a way to wake up on a Friday morning... Thanks Joe!

My 2018 prius prime had the rear vents under the front seats. I'm sure it's the same with this model also.

Never thought i would say i wouldn't mind owning a prius

As a car lover (I own a 2005 Elise and 2016 NX), I do think this Prius looks really nice.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

You have great taste Bob!

@johnnow1

Жыл бұрын

Drooling on both of your cars :)

I wanted a Prius Prime so bad but I couldn't find one during the pandemic, so I got something else. This newer model definitely makes me want one all over again.

Oh Joe you sounded so enthusiastic when you went on throttle. Lol I bet you edited out your yarn. Lol

I am very close to buying one. I wanted all wheel drive due to snowy hilly area, but if I can't get it soon will buy the one you reviewed. I used to have a 2010 prius that I loved til it had an accident. So will see how this month goes. Thank you for your review. :)

Bought mine last week!

Things have changed so much that today everyone says Toyota makes one of the coolest cars in the market 😂

The biggest problem with the Prius is actually finding one without a long delivery delay or excessive markup, especially the prime version.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

It is worth the wait!

Great job reviewing this car. This the Prius to get no doubt. Toyota knocked this one out of the park. Fantastic.

Joe another great job w/this review!! never thought i'd say this but this Prius Prime is the bomb!!

I’m so over this new car market with $10,000 markups and no inventory. I would love to buy one of these, but it’ll be nowhere to be found.

@miltonhayek2494

Жыл бұрын

That's finally starting to change. I've been waiting three weeks and have two left. No markup.

I drove a friend’s Prius back around 2003…at the time I though it was the worst pile of junk I had driven. Just getting it from park into gear was confusing. The car was snail like as far acceleration and the handling was a joke…not to mention the car was uglier than a VW “Thing”. But I have watched your review and a couple of others, and I like this car very much. The looks, features and performance/mileage are all acceptable. I’ll hang on to my Corvette for spirited driving, but I would consider one of these given the price of gas in California. Once again, a very informative review, thanks Joe!

They finally made a Prius that I would buy!

Thanks for viewing this car it looks really nice.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad that o can share it with you!

@wwesupermiahroblox4460

Жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides 😊

Liked how your outfit matched the car Joe! It’s Chicago pizza for me. Great review as always. Toyota finally made the Prius look cool.

Toyota has knocked this one out of the park!!! That is one sharp vehicle, I love it!!! I have never even thought of a Prius in the past!

The best looking Prius to date. Styling is sleek and aggressive. If they want to keep me hooked on the styling they should make a GR trim

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

That would be interesting

I wish the XSE came with the 17 inch wheels. I want the leather seats, bigger screen, and wireless charger of the XSE with the efficiency of the SE.

The new Prius is nice and all but to pay 42k and not get dual zone climate control and rear ac vents really irritates me.

My Fusion gets 46 mpg and I get around 500+ miles to the tank. I was expecting more from the prime.

@zoobrizz

Жыл бұрын

Fusion 🤡🤮

I changed my order from Prius Hybrid to Toyota Cross Hybrid. Same Hybrid and Engine system but more practical space in the back and trunk .

@Ramcharger

Жыл бұрын

You lose too many mpg's.

Have these not been released yet? Saw one driving on the 405 in Costa Mesa today

Hi Joe! THATS SO AWESOME!!!!!!! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! ILL ALWAYS COMMENT!!! YOUR THE BEST!!!!!!!!!

BIG news! The all new Tacoma debuts May 19th!!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

You are correct

@demianv751

Жыл бұрын

Is there any news on the 4Runner if it's going to get a refresh?

@Blackwing668

Жыл бұрын

AHH Sweeet!!!! Bro I can’t wait for the unveil!!

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

@@demianv751 not yet

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

@@Blackwing668 I’ll be bringing it

Can you zoom in on the map? Make the image larger?

I'm not a big fan of Toyota, but this one is exceptional.

What are those two flickering lights by steering wheel?? Is their a camera in the steering wheeling looking at your eyes?

Beautiful vehicle! I would add red trim to the gear shift knob. I wonder whether I could put 17" wheel on the XSE, or of the brake linings would be too large?

Joe can you please show the key fob and its functions.

Chicago Tavern style pizza. The square cut thin crust pizza. The deep dish is for visitors/tourists. It's eaten like maybe once every 3 months for people here. Also love the car.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

That is so awesome Davonte!

8:10 *Raiti: If you're ready im ready lets fire this thing up.* Prius: Absolutley no ignition sound or exahust noise 😂.

Can u talk about interior size a bit more. it looked like your head was close to the roof of the car. I suppose that might be ok for you but if u could let us know how tall u are so we could get an idea how we might fit in the car. i realize we need to sit in it ourselves, but that little bit of info might entice us tall people to actually go in delership to try. At this point, i am very reluctent to even go in because the headspace doesn't look sufficient for taller people

Nice review keep up the good work Joe

Congrats for 1.04 million❤

Born and raised in Bensonhurst, its NYC style all day! Let’s go Knicks!!!

Joe I know we're the same age but you're the brother I always wanted. Nothing but love.

This is a great looking car IMO. Great review, as always. Well done 👍🏻

Good-lookin', sporty sedan. 50 mpg hwy to boot. 👢

This is expensive for 41k. More expensive than some SUVs 😱

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

Did you hear the MPGs

@R32vdubb

Жыл бұрын

Must live under a rock, CAR PRICES HAVE SKYROCKETED!!! You’ll never find one even at 41k

@mickoa3250

Жыл бұрын

@@R32vdubb I get it. People will buy this for the MPGs but not all cars are worth 41k and above. 😆

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the good work and I love the video 👍

Can we just get a legit full size wagon with a hybrid powertrain? Like buick estate size?

@gregkramer5588

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the customer base for that is miniscule.

@Hallowsaw

Жыл бұрын

@@gregkramer5588 why wouldnt we want a better handling car version of an suv

Gray (silver) is not a cutting edge color, it is dull, there are millions of gray cars in California. And you never answered the question as to which model is better.

It looks damn good. I kind of want one.

@RaitisRides

Жыл бұрын

I know how you feel!