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cargo area question, replacing 2013 plug in

Discussion in 'Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)' started by Parsnip, Nov 6, 2023.

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  1. Parsnip

    Parsnip New Member

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    This is all really helpful. Thank you. I'll push my dealer on the ERG thing.

    If you were looking for a hatchback or even small suv that got good mileage, was reliable, and could handle country living, what would you be looking for? My prius is just right 90% of the time. I sorta wish it had a bit more leg room for the driver, a bit more clearance, and a roof rack. All could be added via mods, but it makes me wonder if I'm trying to make it something its not, and if I'm getting a different car, I'm torn about which direction to take it. (gen 5 and mod it, rav4, something entirely different?)
     
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  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    would you consider an ev?
     
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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    Considering the price of the new Prius and Rav4 Primes, a BEV won't stretch the budget much.
     
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    It’s EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation). If at all possible I would DIY, or work with competent independent shop not averse to doing a little cleaning. The dealerships and Toyota have adopted a head-in-the-sand attitude on this.

    If you really press them they will replace every blessed component the exhaust gas runs through; you’re looking at about a grand there, before they get around to labour.

    see first couple of links in my signature for some idea of what’s involved. On a phone turn it landscape to see signature.
     
    #24 Mendel Leisk, Nov 11, 2023
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    Have you looked at a Corolla Cross hybrid?
     
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    rjparker Tu Humilde Sirviente

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