I just feel terrible

RikRotorhead · 12-30-2005, 02:52 AM

I traded in my 04 Toyota Corolla (32 mpg) for my new Prius, I paid $5k over sticker (they were rare several mos. ago) and I only avg. 32mpg

My husband laughs at me, he told me not to waste my money (it took me years to scrimp and save money, it was supposed to be for our Alaska Vacation

) he came outside and told me that it will take me 5 years to recoup my $5k in gas money, he drives a Chevy Avalanche that gets 19mpg and wouldn't dream of even riding in my "Jap Crap"... I'm just sick over this

I like the car but I really can't even bring myself to enjoy driving it anymore, I feel like such an old fool for investing my money in this car. Does anyone get better mileage ? Did anybody else pay over sticker for their Prius ? My own son is upset with my purchase, he drives a new Dodge Daytona and calls me a tree hugger for buying a green car.

I'm sorry for sounding so forlorn but I just can't get excited about my new purchase.

Gerty

okm36 · 12-30-2005, 03:02 AM

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Originally posted by RikRotorhead@Dec 30 2005, 02:52 AM
I traded in my 04 Toyota Corolla (32 mpg) for my new Prius, I paid $5k over sticker (they were rare several mos. ago) and I only avg. 32mpg My husband laughs at me, he told me not to waste my money (it took me years to scrimp and save money, it was supposed to be for our Alaska Vacation ) he came outside and told me that it will take me 5 years to recoup my $5k in gas money, he drives a Chevy Avalanche that gets 19mpg and wouldn't dream of even riding in my "Jap Crap"... I'm just sick over this I like the car but I really can't even bring myself to enjoy driving it anymore, I feel like such an old fool for investing my money in this car. Does anyone get better mileage ? Did anybody else pay over sticker for their Prius ? My own son is upset with my purchase, he drives a new Dodge Daytona and calls me a tree hugger for buying a green car.

I'm sorry for sounding so forlorn but I just can't get excited about my new purchase.
Gerty

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are you in cold weather? I have a 2005 in Milan il at 40 degrees and above I can do 50 mpg plus. we had some 0 to 20 degree stuff and 38 was the best. it will get better!
my first one! had a GMC z71 4x4 15 mpg if I took it easy? saving a bunch make sure the tires are 40 front 38 rear. you will learn to LOVE it! Orrin

**Tideland Prius** · 12-30-2005, 03:19 AM

Wow, no offense but your husband and son aren't very supportive and supposedly still think they're manly by driving a big truck.

Where are you located? Terrain and climate make a big difference (the reason why those of us in Florida get 60mpg in the summer while the rest of us in the hilly region are stuck with 45-55mpg)

Also, check out efusco's thread in the KB Section on why you don't get the EPA mileage. He gives very helpful hints on how to maximise your mileage without driving like a granny.

RikRotorhead · 12-30-2005, 04:08 AM

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Originally posted by Tideland Prius@Dec 30 2005, 12:19 AM
Wow, no offense but your husband and son aren't very supportive and supposedly still think they're manly by driving a big truck.

Where are you located? Terrain and climate make a big difference (the reason why those of us in Florida get 60mpg in the summer while the rest of us in the hilly region are stuck with 45-55mpg)

Also, check out efusco's thread in the KB Section on why you don't get the EPA mileage. He gives very helpful hints on how to maximise your mileage without driving like a granny.

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We have 2700 acres in Arizona, we need a truck, on wet days I have to park my Prius miles away from our home because it would just get stuck in the mud

and my husband Rik has to come rescue me

in his Avalanche. I could just keep a couple horses on the edge of our property and ride one of them, at least they wouldn't ridicule me the entire way back

TidelandTravis · 12-30-2005, 05:02 AM

If it's any condolence... my friends chide me for ditching my $85k mercedes for a prius and I rarely avg over 40mpg in any weather condition in Los Angeles... I've never even gotten close to 50mpg even one tank when I was trying. But it's not costing me over 1200/month on a lease and $60 to fill up like my beloved benz was. So, F#$% them, I really don't care, the car just makes sense.

2Hybrids · 12-30-2005, 05:53 AM

the more I read, the more I feel something ain't right about this thread.....

there are so many inconsistencies about that story, it ain't even funny.

I smell a troll

Astrotoy7 · 12-30-2005, 07:46 AM

lolz... as great as Prii are, they arent really appropriate for stompin around such a large acreage !!

I would read up about the art and science that is involved in driving a prius to maximise its potential. I was averaging mid-low 40s, but after studying and applying the driving guidelines I am going towards a steady 50+mpg average. Its currently hot here in Oz(requiring a/c use), but when summer is over im quite confident of getting 50-55 regularly

sure beats my old car (22mpg) !!

and sorry about your hubby, he sounds like a wanker

GreenMachine · 12-30-2005, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by RikRotorhead@Dec 30 2005, 02:52 AM
I traded in my 04 Toyota Corolla (32 mpg) for my new Prius, I paid $5k over sticker (they were rare several mos. ago) and I only avg. 32mpg My husband laughs at me, he told me not to waste my money (it took me years to scrimp and save money, it was supposed to be for our Alaska Vacation ) he came outside and told me that it will take me 5 years to recoup my $5k in gas money, he drives a Chevy Avalanche that gets 19mpg and wouldn't dream of even riding in my "Jap Crap"... I'm just sick over this I like the car but I really can't even bring myself to enjoy driving it anymore, I feel like such an old fool for investing my money in this car. Does anyone get better mileage ? Did anybody else pay over sticker for their Prius ? My own son is upset with my purchase, he drives a new Dodge Daytona and calls me a tree hugger for buying a green car.

I'm sorry for sounding so forlorn but I just can't get excited about my new purchase.
Gerty

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Hubby is getting 19mpg in the mud and dirt on the ranch?

Chevy Avalanche EPA Ratings (Usually higher than real life)
MPG (city)
14
MPG (highway)
18
MPG (combined)
16

Your old Corolla got 32 mpg and your Prius now gets the same 32 mpg and he figures it will take five years to save $5,000 on fuel at that rate?

Hubby math challanged?

StuartS · 12-30-2005, 08:15 AM

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Originally posted by RikRotorhead@Dec 30 2005, 08:52 AM
I traded in my 04 Toyota Corolla (32 mpg) for my new Prius, I paid $5k over sticker (they were rare several mos. ago) and I only avg. 32mpg My husband laughs at me, he told me not to waste my money (it took me years to scrimp and save money, it was supposed to be for our Alaska Vacation ) he came outside and told me that it will take me 5 years to recoup my $5k in gas money, he drives a Chevy Avalanche that gets 19mpg and wouldn't dream of even riding in my "Jap Crap"... I'm just sick over this I like the car but I really can't even bring myself to enjoy driving it anymore, I feel like such an old fool for investing my money in this car. Does anyone get better mileage ? Did anybody else pay over sticker for their Prius ? My own son is upset with my purchase, he drives a new Dodge Daytona and calls me a tree hugger for buying a green car.

I'm sorry for sounding so forlorn but I just can't get excited about my new purchase.
Gerty

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It's about time your husband & son repected your choice, bet they done help with the housework. Stick with the Prius and start to discipline them, men feel much better when the woman's in charge.

A Northern Male

hobbit · 12-30-2005, 08:25 AM

That "jap crap" is kicking our manly american asses from here to
hell and gone from an engineering standpoint, but it's not magic.
You have to work at it a little bit, and presumably the reason you're
reading the forums here is to find out all those better-mileage
hints and start applying them. About the same time you get good
at driving technique, the engine will become more broken-in, which
people have observed is a significant factor by itself. So,
patience. The Prius will teach you patience if you allow it to.
.
_H*

12-30-2005, 03:19 AM	#3
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,633 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 229 Thanked 346 Times in 245 Posts Friends: 23	Wow, no offense but your husband and son aren't very supportive and supposedly still think they're manly by driving a big truck. Where are you located? Terrain and climate make a big difference (the reason why those of us in Florida get 60mpg in the summer while the rest of us in the hilly region are stuck with 45-55mpg) Also, check out efusco's thread in the KB Section on why you don't get the EPA mileage. He gives very helpful hints on how to maximise your mileage without driving like a granny. __________________ 2005 Tideland Pearl Premium Package 25/10/04 VVT-i Emblem, Sport Pedals, All-Weather Mats, Cargo Mat, EV Mod, JDM Prius Footwell Lighting, DICE iPod Kit 2008 Deep Black smart fortwo passion coupé - sold (6.1L/100km) 2010 Blue Ribbon Metallic Technology Package 29/08/09 All-Weather Mats, Homemade Console Pads, LED lighting "Ask an Expert" on Facebook I am not employed by Toyota, and the opinions expressed by me as a Prius Expert are not those of Toyota.

12-30-2005, 07:46 AM	#7
Astrotoy7 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 108 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	lolz... as great as Prii are, they arent really appropriate for stompin around such a large acreage !! I would read up about the art and science that is involved in driving a prius to maximise its potential. I was averaging mid-low 40s, but after studying and applying the driving guidelines I am going towards a steady 50+mpg average. Its currently hot here in Oz(requiring a/c use), but when summer is over im quite confident of getting 50-55 regularly sure beats my old car (22mpg) !! and sorry about your hubby, he sounds like a wanker __________________

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12-30-2005, 02:52 AM	#1
RikRotorhead Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I traded in my 04 Toyota Corolla (32 mpg) for my new Prius, I paid $5k over sticker (they were rare several mos. ago) and I only avg. 32mpg My husband laughs at me, he told me not to waste my money (it took me years to scrimp and save money, it was supposed to be for our Alaska Vacation ) he came outside and told me that it will take me 5 years to recoup my $5k in gas money, he drives a Chevy Avalanche that gets 19mpg and wouldn't dream of even riding in my "Jap Crap"... I'm just sick over this I like the car but I really can't even bring myself to enjoy driving it anymore, I feel like such an old fool for investing my money in this car. Does anyone get better mileage ? Did anybody else pay over sticker for their Prius ? My own son is upset with my purchase, he drives a new Dodge Daytona and calls me a tree hugger for buying a green car. I'm sorry for sounding so forlorn but I just can't get excited about my new purchase. Gerty

12-30-2005, 05:02 AM	#5
TidelandTravis Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Los Angeles, CA (Thousand Oaks) Posts: 58 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	If it's any condolence... my friends chide me for ditching my $85k mercedes for a prius and I rarely avg over 40mpg in any weather condition in Los Angeles... I've never even gotten close to 50mpg even one tank when I was trying. But it's not costing me over 1200/month on a lease and $60 to fill up like my beloved benz was. So, F#$% them, I really don't care, the car just makes sense.

12-30-2005, 05:53 AM	#6
2Hybrids 100% Committed Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Eustis, Florida Posts: 567 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	the more I read, the more I feel something ain't right about this thread..... there are so many inconsistencies about that story, it ain't even funny. I smell a troll

12-30-2005, 08:25 AM	#10
hobbit Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bahstahn Posts: 3,626 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 216 Times in 118 Posts Friends: 0	That "jap crap" is kicking our manly american asses from here to hell and gone from an engineering standpoint, but it's not magic. You have to work at it a little bit, and presumably the reason you're reading the forums here is to find out all those better-mileage hints and start applying them. About the same time you get good at driving technique, the engine will become more broken-in, which people have observed is a significant factor by itself. So, patience. The Prius will teach you patience if you allow it to. . _H*