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Installing rear wiper?

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Sixstringer, Mar 30, 2020.

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  1. Tideland Prius

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    May I introduce you to Porsche? :LOL:

    But yes, the Eco model was done to increase mpg as its sole purpose and to appeal to the hypermilers on PriusChat (well hypermilers everywhere but back when PriusChat was a more focused forum).

    I do use my wiper but it's more of the heavier rain that sees its use (and wet snow I suppose).

    To increase aerodynamics, Toyota may remove the wipers on all models for next gen. (if they make the window water-repellent, I'm all for it!)
     
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    I thought the reason they did that on the Prime was due to the double bubble rear window. If they were copying the Batmobile they forgot about the front window.
    [​IMG]
     
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    Well the Two Eco/LE Eco also lacks a rear wiper.

    Yes, the Prime has the double bubble (dual wave) rear window.
     
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    I declined to pay more for less.
     
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    and snow repellent?
     
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    Well technically you swap the NiMH for Li-Ion and it's only a $500 upcharge (so I guess the removal of some items offset the cost of the battery upgrade). You also got 3-dr SKS and automatic headlights over the base Two.
     
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    and higher mpg's
     
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