2009 Prius released when?

[Stefx]

I'm currently hesitating between a 2009 Matrix XRS and a Prius.

I'd like a Prius and am ready to make some sacrifices, but the current Prius' lack of telescopic steering wheel makes it impossible for me to find a comfortable seating position.

I have to sit a bit far for my legs to be ok, but then my arms are stretched. If I get closer, my legs bend and the cruise control knob hits my knee when I turn.

So I'm thinking of waiting for the release of the '09 Prius to see if that was fixed.

In conclusion, when can I expect the 2009 model release? August 2008?

Thanks

[firepa63]

From what I have read, the 09 will be out in the early Fall. Don't expect a telescoping steering column. The 09 will be basically the same as the 08. 2010 is the expected date for the Gen III Prius.

[ken1784]

2009 Initial Order Acceptance: June 2008
2009 Initial Production: August 2008
2009 Initial Delivery: 09/16/08 thru 10/31/08
http://www.donlen.com/buildstart_toyota.html

Ken@Japan

[bnaccs]

What will be the changes to the 09 if there are any?

[DeadPhish]

Originally Posted by bnaccs

What will be the changes to the 09 if there are any?

Since this will be the 6th and last year of this Gen Prius, there will likely be no significant changes at all.

[lisaann]

Hello,
I have a Prius 2006 and I am getting ready to buy a new one.
I have two Questions:
2008 or wait for 2009? any opinions?
Second question, has anyone had trouble with a mildew or mold smell from the AC vents when car is first started?
Thanks,
Lisa

[ryanj023]

Originally Posted by lisaann

Hello,
I have a Prius 2006 and I am getting ready to buy a new one.
I have two Questions:
2008 or wait for 2009? any opinions?
Second question, has anyone had trouble with a mildew or mold smell from the AC vents when car is first started?
Thanks,
Lisa

^ well, it depends on need, really. i needed a car sooner rather than later, so i ordered a 2008. the 2009 will be the same car, essentially. EDIT: IF IT COMES OUT AT ALL, I DON'T KNOW IF IT WILL. it doesn't matter to me, but it may to you, that my car is an '08. maybe waiting for an '09 will at least sound sexier when you trade it in or sell it later?

i spoke with a regional sales manager (family friend) and he confirmed that the 'new' prius won't be out till may of 09' as a 2010 model. new body, better mileage, and a bigger engine. which is great but is a whole year away.

[dallas27]

Originally Posted by ryanj023

^ i spoke with a regional sales manager (family friend) and he confirmed that the 'new' prius won't be out till may of 09' as a 2010 model. new body, better mileage, and a bigger engine. which is great but is a whole year away.

Can you provide any evidence? because that doesn't jive with this...http://www.donlen.com/buildstart_toyota.html

[Tideland Prius]

Originally Posted by dallas27

Can you provide any evidence? because that doesn't jive with this...http://www.donlen.com/buildstart_toyota.html

That only shows the 2009 build date, not the 2010. He said May 2009 as a 2010 model. Donlen shows the 2009 starting on Aug 2008.

[dallas27]

Originally Posted by Tideland Prius

That only shows the 2009 build date, not the 2010. He said May 2009 as a 2010 model. Donlen shows the 2009 starting on Aug 2008.

and his post implies their will be no 09 model, or at minumum the 09 will be badged a 10.