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Ride Quality of 2010 Prius vs 2nd Generation

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by HOV RIDER, May 16, 2010.

  1. HOV RIDER

    HOV RIDER Junior Member

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    How are the ride/handling quality of 2010 (15/17 inch rims) compare that of 2008 Prius (non-touring model).
    My wife and I both own 2008 Prius, and while I like the car, I wish it handles little sportier and has little less choppy ride on imperfect pavement.

    Thanks,
     
    #1 HOV RIDER, May 16, 2010
  2. Thai

    Thai Prius Neophyte

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    I think that the 17" rims (Prius V) is the wrong Prius for you if you want less choppy ride.
     
    #2 Thai, May 16, 2010
  3. Smirv

    Smirv AkA: Ryan

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    Not sure about the 2008 but my 2010 III package with the 15" rides very nicely. Smooth quiet and handles very nicely.
     
    #3 Smirv, May 16, 2010
  4. 32kcolors

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    Go for the 17" wheel Prius if you want sportier handling but expect choppy ride on imperfect pavement.

    Hypermilers who ultra-inflate their tires get equally choppy ride even with 15" wheels.
     
    #4 32kcolors, May 16, 2010
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    The 2010s that I have driven have all ridden better than our 04, with or without the 17s.
     
    #5 SW03ES, May 16, 2010
  6. HOV RIDER

    HOV RIDER Junior Member

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    Thanks everyone.
    I just pulled the trigger on a V.
    Paid $600 below invoice + 1.9% for 60 month, and got free maintenance for 2 year!
    That is some aggressive deal.
    I'll post some pix tomorroow since it's pouring outside.....
     
    #6 HOV RIDER, Jun 4, 2010
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    LulzChicken Prius Enthusiast

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    Awesome deal you got - you're going to be very happy in your decision. Enjoy it! I'm looking forward to some pictures.:D
     
    #7 LulzChicken, Jun 5, 2010
  8. HOV RIDER

    HOV RIDER Junior Member

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    Haven't had a chance to take good pictures due to the bad weather and crazy work schedule but here are some taken w/iPhone.
    The handling is much improved from the 2008 non-touring model.
    It almost handles like a 1990 Prelude Si I used to own.
    The ride is not too bad either on the coarse pavement.
    The huge improvement is the road noise level at a high speed.
    I'm very satisfy with the car and the deal I got (0% at 36 month).
    Only annoying things are the location of USB port and the coin tray....
     

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  9. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Love the last picture. Great comparision photo.... the brakelights and taillights are definitely higher up but the last Gen has a rear skirt that is lower to the ground. The rear bumper on the 3rd Gen has a complex design near the reverse light vs. the more simple design of the Gen 2.
     
    #9 Tideland Prius, Jun 10, 2010
  10. maltbyman

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    I'm a 2 Prius family as well, a 2004 and a 2010 IV w/sunroof.

    The USB port (and the Aux jack) were not placed in good locations at all. I give Toyota some credit for getting outside the box on the shifter location and temperature controls. However, they sure could have done a MUCH better job with the ports connected to the sound system.
     
    #10 maltbyman, Jul 1, 2010
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