What's New for 2006 Prius

aridon99 · 08-10-2005, 04:08 AM

I've been following the various threads about possible new features on the 2006 Prius. It seems the new colors have very good coverage already. I just got back from the dealer where I ordering my 2006 Prius and they gave me this features list handout which I've attached in PDF format for everyone to read. I just want to point out the features I'm most excited about:

Standard Spec:
- Tire pressure monitoring system

New Options:
- Rear camera
- Base and JBL audio to include MP3-readability and input jack

I hope this hasn't been covered already.

Tempus · 08-10-2005, 09:29 AM

Interesting.

I wonder if they'll replace my melting rear light assemblies with the '06 version once I get around to making them take care of it.

The real question is, how are they implementing the backup camera? Does it require the camera CPU the Japanese version uses, or is it something that could be easily retro-fitted to an 04/05?

I wonder what an 'advanced air bag system' is.

azemission · 08-10-2005, 09:55 AM

Thanks for the info! I will wait til Mid October to order my 2006 so I can receive it in Jan 2006.

**Danny** · 08-10-2005, 11:00 AM

Thanks for the info! I've posted it up on HybridScoop:

http://hybridscoop.com/article/2006_toyota..._semi-confirmed

bookrats · 08-10-2005, 12:16 PM

Quote:

I wonder what an 'advanced air bag system' is.

I think I know -- I've posted some speculation on [url=http://priuschat.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=115234#115234]the other thread.

MHR · 08-10-2005, 01:41 PM

First thing I will do is order all the parts to give me the "factory" rear back-up camera

AlphaTeam · 08-10-2005, 02:24 PM

UGH!!!
My sig says it all.

I got on "the list" in July of 04.
May was my estimated time on the "the list".
Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May.
Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed.
January, Got laid off.
Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!)
Augest got a job.
Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in.
NOW I see this.

I would love an input for my Ipod.
I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan)
Other options would be nice, but not a big deal.

So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.?
'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken?

Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances.

What would you do?

AnOldHouse · 08-10-2005, 03:16 PM

Quote:

UGH!!!
My sig says it all.

I got on "the list" in July of 04.
May was my estimated time on the "the list".
Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May.
Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed.
January, Got laid off.
Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!)
Augest got a job.
Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in.
NOW I see this.

I would love an input for my Ipod.
I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan)
Other options would be nice, but not a big deal.

So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.?
'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken?

Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances.

What would you do?

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

AnOldHouse · 08-10-2005, 03:17 PM

Quote:

UGH!!!
My sig says it all.

I got on "the list" in July of 04.
May was my estimated time on the "the list".
Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May.
Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed.
January, Got laid off.
Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!)
Augest got a job.
Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in.
NOW I see this.

I would love an input for my Ipod.
I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan)
Other options would be nice, but not a big deal.

So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.?
'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken?

Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances.

What would you do?

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

AnOldHouse · 08-10-2005, 03:18 PM

Quote:

UGH!!!
My sig says it all.

I got on "the list" in July of 04.
May was my estimated time on the "the list".
Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May.
Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed.
January, Got laid off.
Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!)
Augest got a job.
Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in.
NOW I see this.

I would love an input for my Ipod.
I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan)
Other options would be nice, but not a big deal.

So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.?
'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken?

Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances.

What would you do?

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

08-10-2005, 09:55 AM	#3
azemission Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 23 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Re: What's New for 2006 Prius Thanks for the info! I will wait til Mid October to order my 2006 so I can receive it in Jan 2006.

08-10-2005, 11:00 AM	#4
Danny Admin/Founder Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 4,441 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #8 Nominated 26 Times in 8 Posts TOTM Awards: 1 Friends: 23	Thanks for the info! I've posted it up on HybridScoop: http://hybridscoop.com/article/2006_toyota..._semi-confirmed __________________ PriusChat Offers Discounts on: Extended Warranty - $990 : Pre-Paid Maintenance - $875 : HeatShield SunShades : BT Tech Stiffening Plate : All other Prius Accessories

08-10-2005, 01:41 PM	#6
MHR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Golden CO Posts: 35 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Re: What's New for 2006 Prius First thing I will do is order all the parts to give me the "factory" rear back-up camera

08-10-2005, 02:24 PM	#7
AlphaTeam Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Earth Posts: 631 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	UGH!!! My sig says it all. I got on "the list" in July of 04. May was my estimated time on the "the list". Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May. Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed. January, Got laid off. Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!) Augest got a job. Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in. NOW I see this. I would love an input for my Ipod. I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan) Other options would be nice, but not a big deal. So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.? 'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken? Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances. What would you do? __________________ 2006 Classic Silver Metallic with Package 7 12-9-05

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08-10-2005, 04:08 AM	#1
aridon99 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 55 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	What's New for 2006 Prius I've been following the various threads about possible new features on the 2006 Prius. It seems the new colors have very good coverage already. I just got back from the dealer where I ordering my 2006 Prius and they gave me this features list handout which I've attached in PDF format for everyone to read. I just want to point out the features I'm most excited about: Standard Spec: - Tire pressure monitoring system New Options: - Rear camera - Base and JBL audio to include MP3-readability and input jack I hope this hasn't been covered already.

08-10-2005, 09:29 AM	#2
Tempus Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Washington DC Posts: 1,693 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Interesting. I wonder if they'll replace my melting rear light assemblies with the '06 version once I get around to making them take care of it. The real question is, how are they implementing the backup camera? Does it require the camera CPU the Japanese version uses, or is it something that could be easily retro-fitted to an 04/05? I wonder what an 'advanced air bag system' is.