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Got my new used Prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Shane Young, Feb 27, 2019.

  1. Shane Young

    Shane Young New Member

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    Well got my 06 prius 3 days ago.. I LOVE THIS CAR.. i have drove lots cars but this is in my top 3 . fun to drive.. only thing tops this was my 70 chevelle.. but what tops a classic? so i drove about 650 mile past 3 days man why did i not buy this car sooner?i have read forms watched youtube .. now i cant hit 60mpg yet but 46 is about 37mpg better than my pickup and 15mpg better than the 2018 jeep renegade i let go.

    can anyone tell me if it even possable to hit 60mpg in small town open road driving?
     
    #1 Shane Young, Feb 27, 2019
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  2. fotomoto

    fotomoto Senior Member

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    Years of watching this and other hybrid boards have shown me there are newbie phases of hybrid ownership that many folks go through:

    First is the amazed/excited/happy phase to see the big FE numbers one has never encountered before.

    Next is the confused/questioning stage of not really understanding how it all works.

    Then comes the research/education phase when one learns the tricks.

    This leads to the implementation phase of said techniques.

    The next phase is dependent on the individual: either you hit the big numbers and are content or you become frustrated; either because of the application of said techniques is too difficult (tons of threads on this) or you don't hit/match the big numbers you've seen others post.

    The final phase is the "zen level" where one turns off the consumption screens and just drives the car. :)

    GOOD LUCK on your journey Shane.(y)
     
    #2 fotomoto, Feb 27, 2019
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  3. ericbecky

    ericbecky Hybrid Battery Hero

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    Welcome to the club.
    How many miles on it?

    Now is the time to buy some diagnostic tools.

    For around $80 you can have a tool that reads and clears error codes, as well as shows you all kinds of info including hybrid battery data.

    Do you already own diagnostic tools?
     
    #3 ericbecky, Feb 27, 2019
  4. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    congrats and welcome!

    not all prius, drivers, and conditions are the same. you may hit 60, you may not. the fun is in trying.

    all the best!(y)
     
    #4 bisco, Feb 27, 2019
  5. Skibob

    Skibob Senior Member

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    You missed the phase where they get the POA8O code and freak out. :whistle:
     
    #5 Skibob, Feb 28, 2019
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