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  1. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    I would need a C Cross Hybrid XSE without any upgrades if I was getting one. They are coming in just as slowly as the Prius in my area....

    Feb 16, 2025 at 7:13 PM
  2. daisy555 liked Prodigyplace's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    My son considered that but ended up with a RAV4 Prime which he thought was a better alternative for transporting his small dog crates.

    Feb 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
  3. daisy555 liked Trollbait's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    The Corolla Cross is only slightly better than the Rav4, and that is only in the city rating where the aerodynamics have little impact....

    Feb 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
  4. daisy555 liked Prodigyplace's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    What is the CCH? Before US standards were finalized, the sounds were proven to make no difference in traffic fatalities. On a personal...

    Feb 16, 2025 at 9:01 AM
  5. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    Corolla Cross Hybrid. It was mentioned in my original post but I should have clarified. Thanks

    Feb 15, 2025 at 9:31 AM
  6. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    This was identical circumstances. My guess is it’s the location of the noise in the Prius.

    Feb 15, 2025 at 6:05 AM
  7. daisy555 liked bisco's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    circumstances play into it. windows open/closed, inside vs out, near a wall the sound can reflect off of. there may be a sound level...

    Feb 15, 2025 at 6:02 AM
  8. daisy555 liked Prodigyplace's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    Cabin soundproofing varies by vehicle trim level. My 2025 Camry XLE supposedly has better soundproof glass in the front side windows...

    Feb 15, 2025 at 6:01 AM
  9. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    This makes sense. I was near a RAV 4 hybrid yesterday and I could clearly hear it. Now to find an explanation for why the CCH (Corolla...

    Feb 15, 2025 at 6:01 AM
  10. daisy555 liked Trollbait's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    The difference in body types and placement of the noise maker is enough to make a difference.

    Feb 15, 2025 at 5:56 AM
  11. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    I agree. It’s just strange that it’s louder in the Prius.

    Feb 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
  12. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    Thanks

    Feb 12, 2025 at 4:54 PM
  13. daisy555 liked CooCooCaChoo's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    It stays on at speeds below 22 mph.

    Feb 12, 2025 at 4:12 PM
  14. daisy555 liked Prodigyplace's post in the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    The US rule was finalized in 2022 so all Hybrids and, I assume, EVs have a similar sound. I notice it sometimes on my 2025 Camry. When...

    Feb 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
  15. daisy555 replied to the thread Question about hybrid/engine sounds.

    Thanks. I’m sure I’ll get used to it. My 2009 sounded like a robot when I purchased it. Now I don’t hear any of it.

    Feb 12, 2025 at 3:38 PM