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2012 Prius Three vs Five vs v (Prius v wagon is a lowercase v)

Discussion in 'Dealers & Pricing' started by tbuckler, Jan 2, 2015.

  1. tbuckler

    tbuckler Junior Member

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    Ok, I'm trying to narrow down these. I really like the idea of dynamic cruise control but not the reduced comfort of 17" wheels. Need at least 3-door SKS. Sigh. Always tradeoffs.
    • 2012 Prius Three Liftback - Certified with 45,000 miles - $17,000 (one hour away)
    • 2012 Prius Three Liftback - 39,000 miles - $18, 000 (15 minutes away)
    • 2012 Prius Five Liftback with ATP - 41,000 miles - $20,000 (one hour away)
    • 2012 Prius v Five with ATP - 35,000 - $20, 500 (two hours away)

     
    #1 tbuckler, Jan 2, 2015
  2. bisco

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    i think you really need to decide between the lift back and wagon first. do you really need the extra space?
     
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    Apart from overall interior space you'll also gain rear seat headroom in the v over the hatchback.

    That being said, the v does pay a price in fuel economy.

    We've not regretted opting for the hatch (bought in Spring '12 when the v was available).
     
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    My advice is to buy a new one. Your region has 0% for 60 months and $500 off for both the hatchback and v. For me, interest free financing, guaranteed no accident history, 2 years of free maintenance, additional 40,000 miles of usage is worth the additional cost.

    <EDIT> Forgot to mention that a used one with 40,000+ miles is probably close to the end of its original tire life. Unless the tires have already been changed, you're looking at an additional $500 for 15" and $800 for 17" on a used car.
     
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  5. tbuckler

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    A new Prius Three is at least $24,000. That's $7,000 more than my cheapest option. I really can't afford more than $21,000.
     
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    Going price is $23,200 or less for a Prius 3 in your region, assuming 0% financing for 60 months and includes the $500 rebate. In your situation, I'd choose a Prius 2 for $22,200. The nav unit for a Prius 3 is lame and not even close to being worth $1,000, and the extra smart key on the passenger door/trunk is nice but not critical.
     
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    i would go with certifiable.
     
    #7 bisco, Jan 3, 2015
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