Safety Connect and 2010 prius

[MattD]

Hello,
I've seen references in the forums to Safety Connect being available on Prius IV and V, and am told by some dealers it can be activated later in the year, but I've seen conflicting info on here. Does anyone know the latest on this?
- Matt

[Paradox]

It will NOT be available until the fall. Cars bought now w/o it CANNOT be upgraded to it later. That information has always been known and is still the latest and up to date information about it.

[MattD]

Originally Posted by Paradox

It will NOT be available until the fall. Cars bought now w/o it CANNOT be upgraded to it later. That information has always been known and is still the latest and up to date information about it.

Well that is unfortunate. It's a rather bizarre marketing approach, and I'm a bit disappointed with my dealer, who was quite specific in e-mail that it could be added later. But thanks for your clarification.

[Tideland Prius]

+1 on what Paradox said.

Also note it's only available on the higher models.

[MattD]

Originally Posted by Tideland Prius

+1 on what Paradox said.

Also note it's only available on the higher models.

Right -- the brochureware says Prius IV and V...so I was thinking a V...

[Paradox]

Originally Posted by Tideland Prius

+1 on what Paradox said.

Also note it's only available on the higher models.

Yes, as Tideland mentioned, it will only be available on the Prius IV and V. But as you had mentioned (in your first post), you gained that information from the priuschat forums not an uninformed dealer.

Edit, you posted right as I was replying lol

[MattD]

Originally Posted by Paradox

Yes, as Tideland mentioned, it will only be available on the Prius IV and V. But as you has mentioned, you gained that information from the priuschat forums not an uninformed dealer.

Edit, you posted right as I was replying lol

Actually not, but I'm trying to take your sarcasm in the right light. ;-)

[candela]

Originally Posted by Paradox

Yes, as Tideland mentioned, it will only be available on the Prius IV and V. But as you had mentioned (in your first post), you gained that information from the priuschat forums not an uninformed dealer.

Edit, you posted right as I was replying lol

Does anyone (Prius Team?) know if Safety Connect will be part of SR or a separate ($$) feature when it comes out in the Fall? The brochure lists it as part of Solar Roof pack but my dealer doesn't know much about it.

[Blind Guy]

Originally Posted by MattD

Hello,
I've seen references in the forums to Safety Connect being available on Prius IV and V, and am told by some dealers it can be activated later in the year, but I've seen conflicting info on here. Does anyone know the latest on this?
- Matt

You will find that MOST dealers are completely uninformed about the Prius, and I have spoken with several and NONE were aware that later in Sept. a USB connection and Safety Connect will be available.
If your dealer questions this information, tell them it comes from:
Doug Coleman
Prius Product Manager
Toyota Motor Sales
David (aka Blind Guy)

[MattD]

Originally Posted by Blind Guy

You will find that MOST dealers are completely uninformed about the Prius, and I have spoken with several and NONE were aware that later in Sept. a USB connection and Safety Connect will be available.
If your dealer questions this information, tell them it comes from:
Doug Coleman
Prius Product Manager
Toyota Motor Sales
David (aka Blind Guy)

So just so I'm clear, you're saying USB and Safety Connect are coming later in the year AND can be added or not added to existing Prius V vehicles?