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Deciding between Sonata/Fusion hybrid and Prius. Noise levels?

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by nid15, May 25, 2016.

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  1. nid15

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    Hello,

    I have a 2010 Altima hybrid and want to get something newer with all the bells and whistles. I am looking at the sonata/fusion hybrid and prius or the volt (space is issue). Although the sonata/fusion are larger, prius size is good enough for me. The mileage is plus for prius but it is not that big of a deal. One of my biggest issues is with the NVH levels. I drive a lot including some incline and most of the time I am on phone over BT with my colleagues/customers. I don't want to constantly shout. Can you guys share your opinion on noise levels?

    Thanks
     
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    No problem with the noise level in my 2010 when on the phone.
     
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    Why not consider a Camry or Avalon Hybrid, you can get a lot of bells and whistles....
     
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    He's looking for quiet. :sneaky:
     
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    In Munpot's defense, the Avalon Hybrid and Camry Hybrid are very quiet. Additionally, he said he wanted all the bells and whistles.
     
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    Well, Gen4 2016 Prius is supposed to be much quieter than prior Prii.
     
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    Just curious why you classify Sonata and Fusion as the same? I can understand Sonata/Optima (because they are essentially the same) but Fusion is Ford.
     
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    even gen 4 prius is likely to be louder than mid size cars like hycam, hyava, hyfus or hyson. take a test drive i guess.
     
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    Thanks for the inputs. I did test drive the Fusion and Sonata yesterday. I felt the had lower road noise maybe because of the active noise cancellation and it felt more "refined". I do want Adaptive cruise, Lane assist/warning, park sensors. else there is no point in moving from my 2010 altima hybrid.
    I have yet to try the prius. Got too late yesterday. I will try the camry also. Online reviews don't seem to give camry hybrid high marks. The Accord hybrid is supposed to be the best but who knows when it comess.
     
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    sorry to hear that. we love out 2013 hycam and get in the low 40's average. what are the complaints?
     
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    The only comment I'm going to allow myself here, because I'm afraid of my own potential prejudice as a Prius owner, is that it seems to me the OP's concerns should be easily quantifiable.

    A rental would let you know in just a day or 2, whether your concerns were deal breakers or deal makers. But even a few repeated good long test drives of all your choices, would probably give you a good base to make a decision. Just don't listen to the salesman who is going to tell you exactly what he thinks you want to hear.

    I don't own a Gen 4 Prius, so cannot speak to noise levels. I have read that it is an area Toyota tried to improve.
     
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    Love my HyCam as well. Very quiet. Use BT all the time and no issues with road noise.
     
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    Don't have the solution to your car choices, but this will fix any noise problem you might have. My son drives a truck and can talk with the window down and I don't hear anything but his voice.

    Plantronics Voyager Legend Bluetooth Headset (Black) 87300-01
     
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    Sonata interior layout was not quite right and no fold down seats.

    But a good choice if you like it.

    Camry is a very practical car but no hauling space.

    I want a Sedan Deville hatchback built by Prius in Japan/all aluminum.
     
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    I think you should take a look at the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. It got fairly good marks, especially compared to the Camry, Sonata, etc.

    2016 Chevrolet Malibu: First Drive

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    Nice car.
     
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    are they available? i didn't see any in april sales.
     
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    If you mean the Malibu, I see 4 within 20 miles of me at three different dealers.
     
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    Do the rear seats do anything but sit and stare.
     
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    [​IMG]

    (y)
     
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