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Is the 2023 Toyota Prius the best new sedan WORTH the price?
FIRST DRIVE: The ALL NEW Prius gets a total makeover from Toyota for 2023. On the outside you will discover all new sheet metal, LED lighting, optional 19in wheels and fixed glass panoramic roof. on the inside there is a massive 12.3in infotainment system, soft-tex materials, ambient lighting and a 7in digital gauge cluster. Under the hood is now a 2.0L inline-4 pared with an electric motor to produce 196HP when equipped with AWD. Is the 2023 Toyota Prius a new sedan WORTH the Price?
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GOOD MORNING to the whole Raiti's Rides family! This is the FIRST DRIVE you have been waiting for! Please make sure you post your honest thoughts about the Prius in the comments section because I can't wait to see what you have to say.. If you like the video review Lori & I did please share it with others. Your support and help means the world to us and goes a long way!
@PremiumUserUltra
Жыл бұрын
Nice drop, yt did it on time!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@PremiumUserUltra This is spot on the money Sam!
@DarkJediChrisG-1425
Жыл бұрын
This prius = Sleek sporty, and most important of all surprising Joe! Fuel economy no joke! Real advantage for Toyota.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 Toyota really brought it big time! They are not messing around!
@RSB413
Жыл бұрын
i bet Twinkies sponsor you videos 😂
HALF the price of a Model 3 (and 10x the build quality). This is the true game-changer.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
They nailed it!
@jeff8039
Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@jasperj8021
Жыл бұрын
No, Actual purchase price may over 40000
@mattbrew11
Жыл бұрын
@@jeff8039 jeff got that elon nut on his chin
@phaggio
Жыл бұрын
Model 3 is better
I never considered purchasing a Prius but Toyota did an awesome job with this generation. I can't wait to see what they're going to do with the next gen Camry!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Tell me about it! Stay tuned!
@MercOne
Жыл бұрын
Yes, that part about the Camry. If it looks like this.............
@righteousone1
6 ай бұрын
@@anthonyd55 What lol
Amazing exterior design, Toyota did that!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
They really have created something fresh!
@battosaijenkins946
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides DAMMIT... I can't believe Im saying this but as a manual transmission lover, I'm really liking this new Prius. They hit so many marks and it looks so freakin sexy I'm so tempted!!! Can't wait for the Prime review 👍👍
@bosley1980
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides I agree 👍
@mp-xt2rg
Жыл бұрын
They just ripped off the lines from Tesla. It looks like a model 3 with a weird front.
@usmantariq7997
Жыл бұрын
@@mp-xt2rg WTF! From where?
I'm so excited! I ordered a 2022 Prime in the summer which was supposed to be delivered by now. But when I saw the redesigned Prius I was blown away! Switched my order to a 2023 XSE which hopefully will be delivered by summer 2023 🙏🏻
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Oh wow that is awesome! I am keeping my fingers crossed for you!
@macdee1337
Жыл бұрын
In Japan, we ALREADY are being told the waiting list is going to be 2 years+… My local dealership chain of 40 stores is getting quote for 50 (fifty!!) Priuses they can accept during the initial preorders (coming up on Dec 20th is seems). One Prius per store! Insanity. But keeping fingers crossed for everyone! US might be getting things faster because configurations are preset (vs Japan where every car is order-built)
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@macdee1337 that is going to be Toyota’s biggest challenge. Should be interesting to see how it pans out!
@DeliquiumMemoria
Жыл бұрын
@@macdee1337 Damn that's insane! 2+ Years is just completely nuts. When I talked to my dealer he said he would think a delivery for summer 2023 was possible. However I'm pretty sure it won't work out for that date. I'm pretty sure my delivery will be by the end of 2023 or beginning 2024. FINGERS CROSS FOR YOU GUYS IN JAPAN🙏🏻🤞🏻
@Toymonkeyjr
Жыл бұрын
You can't order one yet.
I actually like it in this color believe it or not! I can see maybe leasing one or just flat out owning. The design is very nice! They really took their time and listened to their customer base and challenged the competition! Great Job Raiti!!! As always! - Eric
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Hey Eric! I am so glad that you are digging this new Prius! I appreciate you tuning in!
@normanholmes11
Жыл бұрын
And I appreciate raiti for acknowledging your viewers
@solomons5669
Жыл бұрын
What’s the point of leasing a toyota? You buy them for reliability.
@EG-bk7lg
Жыл бұрын
@@solomons5669 True statement indeed. Have to rethink that!
@Corkoth55
Жыл бұрын
I love white paint with metallic flake and/or iridescence. But flat white paint can go back to the rental lot!! Haha
Never thought I’d say I want a Prius now. Looks great!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It is probably one of the most shocking things in the auto industry this year in a very good way.
Seriously considering this for my next car. Did a road trip from Tampa to Maine in Aug and rented a previous gen. Loved the efficiency but hated the styling and lack of power. Seems like Toyota fixed both of those and then some!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Oh wow that is awesome! Thanks for sharing that great experience!
They really hit a home run. I don’t think I’ll ever be a fan of the stuck up flat screen on the dash as opposed to the more integrated look (it’s just preference I know. That said, that digital instrument cluster is dead sexy, no other way to describe it!
@esteban1487
Жыл бұрын
Agreed on the screen.
@michaelsemeswin8878
Жыл бұрын
a home run 4 people 5´9 and under, especially on the back seats
i can honestly say i was that person saying i’d never buy a prius. but seeing it remodeled, i’ve never been more interested. truly a game-changer. thank you SO much for this review
Wow! 😮 👏🏼 remarkable exterior design. Never thought I’d say this, but I would definitely consider this an alternative everyday driver. In terms of design, this is far more appealing than other eco friendly/EV out right now, in my opinion. I love the way it looks, hats off to Toyota for nailing the design!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you enjoyed this one Josh/
Nice review! Some corrections: The “B” gear mode is not for normal driving, but mainly for going down hills to save your brakes. It maximizes regenerative braking (even when brake pedal is not pressed), but the normal drive mode also has regenerative braking when using the brake pedal (and even slightly when just coasting).
Most of the advantages of an electric car with none of the negatives, and decent styling! This one will break records sales wise… especially as we go deeper and deeper into the recession.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
This is so very true!
@robertnicholls9917
Жыл бұрын
Yup, this car is right on time. Toyota has been in beast mode lately.
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
Yea Bidens America is very expensive. God do I miss Donald Trump. Times were so much better.
@allansm66
Жыл бұрын
@@2004cyrus LuLz....
@matsudakodo
Жыл бұрын
@@allansm66 no kidding. Talk about clueless...
Good job to Toyota on the new Prius. Great interior, good power, and good styling.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
They really checked all the boxes off with this one.
The front end looks like a Lamborghini countach lol. Love it
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad that you like it!
This is the first Prius I would actually consider. Looks pretty fun. I'm with you on the steering wheel, not a fan but overall it looks good.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Tell me about it Bryan!
This is the hybrid like no other. Toyota done a great job with the new body style. Great review Joe, Lori, and Steven.
That angled shot at 6:40 WOW. The color and look at that angle just sold me.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Lori does an awesome job with that camera!
Great review as always. You’re definitely one of the most educated when it comes to cars in general; which shows in small details such as knowing engine configurations, technology, aerodynamics, etc.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me share my car passion with you!
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
He is great like Alex on Autos
I can’t wait for this one to hit our dealership. We’re going to have a lot of happy customers! ☺️
The prices are very attractive and this car is great for city driving. The Prius finally caught our attention.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Toyota knocked this one out of the park.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@Blingchachink thank you so much!
The white is clean
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Especially because it has a metallic pearl to it.
This is the one I was waiting for. Toyota has naied it with this model. A couple of pointers: IMHO, the hybrid version is the best value - really good fuel economy. I was never a fan of plug-in hybrids. Also, while it is roomy and good enough for the majority of folks, if you are tall the rear headroom can get tight. In the US, at least my American friends have more model choices, in Canada it's more limited. I think you;re right with the front emblem, it should have the other badges with the gunmetal colour. I don't mind the fender flares being the black - they're not huge and seem to fit in smoothly. No rear wiper blades but it doesn't need one.
I like how you always give a little history about the brand/car before you start the review. Great video as always!
Always love your presentation and overview…Excellent job as expected…10 out of ten
I love this new design! Can't wait to see the Prime review and for them to throw some hybrid/EV into the Tacoma and 4Runner!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Big changes are coming from Toyota!
Definitely going to be my next vehicle. Thank you Laurie and Raiti 🙌🏽
O que já era bom, agora ficou MARAVILHOSO!😍 Esse carro é um sonho😴 Não vejo a hora de chegar aqui no Brasil!🇧🇷♥️
I love the styling and the new power it offer it’s definitely on my list for a new car. Specially, with the mileage it gets.
Why not the plugin version is not reviewed? Where is the prime? and in this review car which is non-plugin hybrid, it looks like there is still a full EV mode? how long it lasts (range) in that mode until the engine kicks in?
They did a nice job on this one, that gas mileage is great, I might have to check one out. I don't even mind the steering wheel, LOL. Another Great review as always !!!!
All I really want to know is how much power the new Prius Prime has in electric-only mode.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
That media drive will be taking part at the start of next year!
@jenesuispasbavard
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides looking forward to it! Just bought a Honda Clarity though lol. So maybe in 2026.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@jenesuispasbavard congrats on getting more Clarity! 😉👍🏻
@jenesuispasbavard
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Your rave review helped. I've only had the Clarity for a week but I *love* it!
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
@@jenesuispasbavard A clarity? I think only Californians buy those. 🤦🏻♂️
I love the new design. Especially that ambient light bar. I don't know why I really like that. Although, I think the lack of a spare tire should be worth two zonks.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
That is a very good point!
What a great review. I ordered mine at the dealer today and can hardly wait for delivery.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Congrats on your new Prius!
Are you talking about the Prius MSRP price or the actual price after the Stealerships $10k markups? Huge difference
Thanks for getting this out so soon! Great Vid. Loved the shout out to Michigan crappy roads! As a Michigander he speaks truth!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thank John for starting your day off early with us. I never believed that Michigan roads were that bad but boy are they.
Very nice styling for the Prius. I’ve been contemplating a hybrid over an EV and I think this one may be it. I’m going to have to go test drive one.
Great review! This Prius is a game changer! ( hated the looks of previous models)
Never really cared for the Prius until this model came out. Seriously considering purchasing. Great job with the review. I'm at that age where I get your comparisons to the games consoles you mentioned. 😁
Awesome video as always! Looking forward to the Prius prime one. Keep up the good work
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
You got it Edwin! The Prime should be an even bigger winner.
Thanks for covering this Mr Raiti
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome Sam!
Best looking Prius ever.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
You better believe it Ken!
@kenmorgan316
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides thanks brother... Keep up the good work.
I would consider getting the limited, because I want a good travel car/hybrid that gets around 50mpg and has decent back seat room. But I’m cheap and might get a used Prius, as prices will drop. Great review!! I like that paint color!!
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
Just buy new Michael. It’s used as soon as those tires hit the pavement! Hahaha and instead of saying you are cheap I’d say you are probably wise with your cash like i am! Which is why we have a lot in the bank. We aren’t spenders. I hate having to spend.
@homelackin2234
Жыл бұрын
Yeah see I want to get an older model but damn this one's too sexy
@johncampbell3979
Жыл бұрын
Just get the LE. The Limited is too expensive for what it has.
@piggy310
Жыл бұрын
No prices are dropping with the moron in the white house.
Would probably go for the Prime for the extra power and front row (charging) parking spots.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I can't wait to bring that one to you Cody!
@lyndahammel9502
Жыл бұрын
I'm interested in the Prius Prime also.
Good morning, getting to start the day with a review is always good.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Raiti's Rides is the breakfast of champions! Thanks for being here!
@mystictk4149
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Yessir you’re correct!! No need to thank me, I love being here for all the reviews.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@mystictk4149 Your support means so very much!
@mystictk4149
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides That is truly awesome to hear. I’m glad it does and you’re truly the best review channel on here no can match you or Lori.
I like the new look and motor setup, but for $37k, I’d rather buy a Tesla Model 3.
Arrived from work to see raiti's review great!!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for starting your day with us!
I love 💕💕💕💕💕 the look of the new design , plus being great on gas makes it a easy winner for me
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It really is a win win situation Brian!
As a happy owner of a 2nd generation (2007) Prius, I've considered every subsequent generation's design to be progressively worse - tortured and fussy. This new design, however, is a welcome return to a simpler, sleeker look. I'll have to check one out firsthand. Nice review - my first time on your channel.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
You are so very right!
Great video!!! The new Prius reminds me of the BMW i8!!! Kudos :)- Thanks for the LOVE :)-
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Loren! That is really awesome that it reminds you of the i8.
@Jack_The_Ripper_Here
Жыл бұрын
Reminds me of you mamma when I was putting it under the table and came in her face
I took an xle awd for test drive and it is unbelievable ! I’m getting mine in two weeks hopefully. I ordered it this past March🎉.
I'm old school, I drive a 67 Ford f100 daily and I like all the chrome you can get. Black and gray on everything really cheapens the look and also looks like everything else on the road.
@layneannen
Жыл бұрын
I also own a 2000 vw beetle diesel that gets 53 mpg. And my car payment is $0.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Sounds good to me Layne!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
That is super awesome!
I've lived in states requiring a front license plate but have never had one on my cars and never been an issue. It ruins the front end look, so glad you pointed this out on the Prius. Bizarre why they didn't make any modifications as you stated as that block looks like a cheap afterthought on an otherwise incredible car.
@thecleaner3559
Жыл бұрын
It's all about money and control with those states. It DOES make a vehicle look ridiculous and cheap with a front license plate, especially with sports and luxury cars.
@splinky45
Жыл бұрын
I had a 2022 GR86. I used the tow hook in the front with a kit for the front plate. No drilling. No way I'm paying a $200 fine
Looks like the front wheel drive is the way to go if gas mileage is the goal.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It does rock it with the best MPGs, but I guess if you live in an area of the country where you get tons of snow then AWD is probably worth it.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@drfrankiestein1076 You are correct.
@mattbrew11
Жыл бұрын
14% max fuel economy better isn’t worth it in terms of cost per mile to sacrifice power and awd handling imo
@fallguy4209
Жыл бұрын
The awd isn’t parasitic as it’s not attached to the drivetrain. If anything you get better handling in cornering dry and slippery conditions.
That front license plate area was not even bothering until he mentioned it... lmao
I hope you will evaluate and compare the ride and performance of the Prime with 17" and 19" wheels. This will be the decisive factor in which trim I will buy!
How is the visibility from left to right at the windshield with the pillars so far forward? I have a Honda Fit and hate the blind spot from left to right at these same forward style pillars .
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It is super excellent!
Wow. Toyota did an amazing job with this new Prius hatchback. Gone are the days of the old frumpy Prius.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It is crazy that it actually turned out this way. It is a really good crazy though!
Thank you for great review I like the way you present the car and your comments. Keep up the good work
No zonk for no vents for the rear seats?
Great review. Thanks. One question I have is about the ventilated seats. Living in CA, I've said my next car must have ventilated seats for July-October. Did you get a chance to sample this feature on your model?
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
If I might add sir, I have ventilated seats in my new Mazda CX-5, and I’m in California. I also told myself I wanted wanted ventilated seats in my next car, and now I have that next car as I mentioned. Well I find that the vehicles air conditioning is so strong that I don’t need the ventilated seats. I’ve used them for testing purposes a few times and they are almost unnecessary even in the California heat. I just spent the summer in San Antonio Texas and I didn’t use them there either. Now I’m thinking I bought features I wanted and didn’t need. They work great but I forget I have them and the a/c does a wonderful job. Just my own experience in a different car but in the same hot environment. Hope that gives you some other vantage point.
@thorchallgren
Жыл бұрын
@@2004cyrus Thanks for sharing your experience. Good to know!
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
@@thorchallgren welcome TC
I'm buying one for my daily beater. Looks great!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
This would be perfect for that.
FINALLY first drive of the king of hybrids the Prius! Now with style!!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Tell me about it Tan!
I think the metallic grey wheel liners create the visual effect of making the wheels appear larger when not looking directly at the wheels. Because the wheels are already oversized, this is not necessary.
I might have to sell my Model 3 lmao, this new prius looks so good!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I think there are others that will do the same!
This new Prius looks so sleek and sexy and holy cow 7 seconds to 60 isn’t slow believe me. Not long ago many V6 powered cars were slower .
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It is crazy how things are really changing for the Prius Rudy! Wait for the Prius Prime because it is even going to be quicker!
Great review!!! I have a 2008 Prius with 178,000 miles and it is still going strong…….This I have to admit is just an absolute game changer for this 2023 Gen 5!! I certainly was not expecting Toyota to take the Prius in this direction….I am definitely drawn to this vehicle!! I WANT ONE!😎👍
@101795garrick
Жыл бұрын
5000 over msrp? Is it a go ? I got one lined up
@timlee1118
Жыл бұрын
@@101795garrick $5,000 over MSRP??!!??Really?
I spent the whole time trying to figure out where in SD this was, definitely had the feeling it was North County once I saw Villa De La Valle. Lots of people take those roads to the Cars and Coffee they have every Saturday at Rancho Santa Fe
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I can totally see that!
Great thorough review as always Joe 👍👍
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I can bring it to you!
I love ❤️ it !! THANKS
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I am so happy that you are happy with it! You are so very welcome.
First zonk. The square front plate bump. Can't get it out of my head. Would have looked much sharper with out it. My state does not require a front plate either. Square bump takes away from the slicing through the air knife look. Second zonk. The loud engine drone noise on acceleration. Sounds just like my 2007 2nd gen Prius that I have now. It's long ago been paid off. Do I get the new Prius and end up with car pmts again for a car I'm not totally happy with or stick with my paid off old reliable Prius and keep looking? My excitement for this has cooled off slightly a little now. I'm more interested in the cool vented seats but the LE version probably will not have them. I like the high mileage of the LE though. Much improved appearance on the outside. I'll wait to see how the prime drives and sounds. I'm looking for a quieter cabin than what my 2nd gen has now. If I'm going to have car pmts again I want to be able to check off more boxes. We'll see. Really have come to value your reviews. I also like reading the constructive comments. They give me food for thought.
Those trunk and hatch area side cavities are to accommodate golf bags. I love your work and the videography is top notch. 😊
Love your videos , been waiting on this one !!! The new Prius is crazy !
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so supportive Preston! I am glad that you are digging the new Prius!
That white is fire on that car. Thats the color to get.
omg what a beauty this new prius 😍
Front head lights design is from Ferrari SF90
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Or maybe Ferrari took it from the Prius. Now that is crazy!
Was waiting for this one😊
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I know it is worth the wait!
The thing with hybrids are, when you get to greater than 40 mpg, you really don't feel tethered to the gas stations. You are visiting them 2x a month. When you idle in a hybrid, your engine is shut off and silent, no pollution. When you need to move, the torque is instant. Note: I am only referring to Toyota and Honda versions. Probably FORD also since it is was Toyota technology
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
This is so very true!
@piggy310
Жыл бұрын
Not to mention Joe biden's gas ⛽
We love you my twinkie friend! Always see your videos ,happy holidays from Lake County FL ❤️
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Happy Holidays to you! Thank you fir tuning in!
My first hybrid sedan! Amazing video Joe.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I can see you driving this one Jeremiah.
I was almost sold until I saw the interior. Seems like a lot of missed opportunities by Toyota.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
That is where things go a tad sour.
@NoName-ky2sb
Жыл бұрын
For example...
@teshane8784
Жыл бұрын
Or they leaving that for the next edition
@Corkoth55
Жыл бұрын
That bz4x steering wheel and column looks absolutely awful. I'd say almost objectiveyl awful... 😐 It sticks out like a sore thumb.
You drove right past my house! Damnit id love to meet ya dude please organize a meet up sometime
love this guy's units of measurements
I need guacamole filled Twinkies
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Doesn't everyone.
Digging it! Definitely better in this color. I am a staunch believer in the roles Hybrids play to get us to a full BEV world Oh btw the front fascia to me has a hammerhead effect with the way the sheet metal wraps around the front headlights
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Same here! Great thoughts!
I do not want a 10 speed auto. The Toyota hybrid drivetrain is fantastic, it's fast, reliable, and smooth. I don't care that it "drones," I know what it's doing, it's working the way it should. If I want to shift gears I'll ride my Ducati. I can't wait to get stuck in traffic in a car designed to get stuck in traffic.
This is for sure my next car if I can find any in stock this year without a insane mark-up.
Still waiting for a Twinkie powered Prius but until then this will do 👌
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Now we are talking! You are awesome man! Thanks for making me laugh!
@RemyBonnici
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides nah you are the king of legit reviews and legit laughs fr
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@RemyBonnici That means the world my friend!
@RemyBonnici
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Atari ftw ... well 35 years ago but appreciate the retro memories! Respect my man 💪
this car looks great! would love to buy one but I know they will be hard to find once they come out
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
It will be interesting to see if Toyota can keep up with demand!
@NattyGymBro
Жыл бұрын
I'm sick of the dealer markups. I hope that with the rising interest rates and dealer markups, demand will decrease to bring these ridiculous prices back down.
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
@@NattyGymBro we can hope so. My local Mazda dealers just eliminated the dealer adjustments. All 3 of them in San Antonio Texas.
I just placed my order for one several days ago. Never thought in a million years I'd ever even consider one let alone buy one. It will make a good roommate for my also on order Beck 550 Spyder coming this summer. I'm not telling any of my friends I have a Prius coming because of all the flack I'd most likely get. But as a daily driver, what's not to like? Only thing that detracts overall is the steering wheel which is really ugly and the instrument display.
Don’t like the center screen’s white background 13:40; too distracting (contrast with black interior is too stark) and ugly. Is there a dark mode option for that center screen, to improve the look and not be so distracting? Driver side display 18:12 - in a de facto dark mode - looks much better!
I still wouldn't buy one, but I must say this Prius is quite an improvement in many ways.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Those are my thoughts exactly Mark!
@esteban1487
Жыл бұрын
Why wouldn't you buy one?
@2004cyrus
Жыл бұрын
@@esteban1487 there no way I’d buy one either. Have you studied Biden’s legislation? He mandated car manufacturers have switches in electric/hybrid cars that can turn them off remotely. In other words it’s a way to keep people off the roads when they want us locked down again in the future. It’s all about control, not about keeping the emissions down. All the government officials and activists wouldn’t fly around the country and the world in private jets if they really cared about the environment. They want to keep us down, and they can live extravagantly. I’ve studied this stuff and listened to experts extensively. Don’t be fooled by their climate push. That’s all fake. It’s about money and control and power. That’s why they are pushing electrics. Plus you need a spare tire in a car.
Twinkies and golfball companies should be looking out for you
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I like the way that you think!
The metallic black on the fender looks good !
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I’m glad you like it.
Wheel trim all white would be preferred along with more discrete Prius lettering on the rear. One major design tweek that could be improved to make the design flow and to make the implied movement more asymmetric with the front lights is the downward slope of the rear tail lights. When it drives by you expect the rear lights to be tapered upwards to pick up on the direction of the front lobster style that move around the front corner. but instead it’s broken off and stops with a whole new direction from the downward. It does not complement the aerodynamic and the implied design of movement or speed that comes from the front end and side flaring.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I like the things that you mentioned!
Onnn throttle!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Let's finally do this! First drive time!
Great job been waiting for this review. It looks like a Tesla 😊
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! I think when you see it in person you will see the true style of it.
@ramzanshaikh1656
Жыл бұрын
From Rare.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@ramzanshaikh1656 thanks for watching!
@ramzanshaikh1656
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides I am Always with You.
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
@@ramzanshaikh1656 I appreciate you having my back!
Man i love this car for some reason....this might be my first ever hybrid car!
Knocked it out of the park with that re-design. First Prius that has caught my eye!
Really looking forward to the next generation Camry!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see it Jeffrey!
@jeffrey3280
Жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides You are the best!