Differences between 1st and 2nd gen?

nomadic1 · 02-10-2007, 01:39 AM

What are the differences between the 1st and 2nd generation Prii, please? I have my eye on a 2001 model to tide me over until the PHEV edition comes out but if it's drastically nerfed compared to the 2nd gen I'll have to rethink that.

Bill Merchant · 02-10-2007, 01:45 AM

2 gen is significantly more advanced than 1 gen. Bigger HV battery, better capacity, a complete re-design. Don't hold your breath for PHEV; maybe 2009 model year, maybe not. But don't drive a stinker until perfection arrives... Either a 1 or 2 is better than a conventional 0.

Frank Hudon · 02-10-2007, 02:13 AM

I much prefer the Classic to the G2 3 foot shorter turning circle a real trunk that you can lock and not have opened with a pocket knife about the same gas mileage for the average driver and not with out a few bugs in the 2k1 model. The computer alogorythms for the hybrid controls are a bit coarse at times and there are a problem with some of the steering gear (electric control) and throttle control on the pedal. We had a 2k1 that she traded for the 2k4 and I really don't like a lot of the 2k4 features so bought a new 2k3 in early 2004 and saved myself $5750 off the MSRP. If all the service bulletins are up to date and the car checks out and it's at a reasonable price that you can afford, the Classic is a good choice.

john1701a · 02-10-2007, 03:29 AM

nomadic1 · 02-11-2007, 12:36 AM

Thank you all for the feedback, but especially john1701a for that awesome comparison chart. It tells me exactly what I wanted to know and will allow me to make an informed decision.

I also want to apologize for this thread being in the "Fuel Economy" forum. I thought I put it in the Main forum...

02-10-2007, 02:13 AM	#3
Frank Hudon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 4,144 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I much prefer the Classic to the G2 3 foot shorter turning circle a real trunk that you can lock and not have opened with a pocket knife about the same gas mileage for the average driver and not with out a few bugs in the 2k1 model. The computer alogorythms for the hybrid controls are a bit coarse at times and there are a problem with some of the steering gear (electric control) and throttle control on the pedal. We had a 2k1 that she traded for the 2k4 and I really don't like a lot of the 2k4 features so bought a new 2k3 in early 2004 and saved myself $5750 off the MSRP. If all the service bulletins are up to date and the car checks out and it's at a reasonable price that you can afford, the Classic is a good choice. __________________ You can quote me on this, People who drive vehicles that idle at a traffic light, are idiots. mine 2k3 avg. 5.36 for 46,915Km Best tank 4.4L per 100K 64.2 Imperial 53.4 U.S. gallon, MiniScanner, SilverStars, block heater, winter lips, in as of Oct 15, out on April 25. In again on Sept. 21st. her's 2k4 "B" avg. 6.01 for 42,317 Km Best tank 4.02L per 100K, CAN-view with OBD11 module and flashloader, SilverStars, 06 Chrome grill bar, Michelin HydroEdge, upper and lower grill blocker,upper out as of April 7, lower out on April 28. In again on Sept 21st.

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02-10-2007, 01:39 AM	#1
nomadic1 Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 10 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	What are the differences between the 1st and 2nd generation Prii, please? I have my eye on a 2001 model to tide me over until the PHEV edition comes out but if it's drastically nerfed compared to the 2nd gen I'll have to rethink that.

02-10-2007, 01:45 AM	#2
Bill Merchant absit invidia Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA \| Oregon \| Portland area \| 97004 \| Posts: 3,996 My Car: 2007 Prius Package: #5 Nominated 6 Times in 1 Post TOTM Awards: 1 Friends: 53	2 gen is significantly more advanced than 1 gen. Bigger HV battery, better capacity, a complete re-design. Don't hold your breath for PHEV; maybe 2009 model year, maybe not. But don't drive a stinker until perfection arrives... Either a 1 or 2 is better than a conventional 0.

02-10-2007, 03:29 AM	#4
john1701a Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Minnesota Posts: 2,801 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: Pioneer #3 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 6

02-11-2007, 12:36 AM	#5
nomadic1 Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 10 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Thank you all for the feedback, but especially john1701a for that awesome comparison chart. It tells me exactly what I wanted to know and will allow me to make an informed decision. I also want to apologize for this thread being in the "Fuel Economy" forum. I thought I put it in the Main forum...