I've wanted to give a big shout out to the Gen 5's handling and especially cornering ability. Since I have been driving a 20 mile very curvy and hilly stretch of country road once a week for the last few months, and more so since the roads have dried up, I have noticed and enjoyed my Prius's fabulous handling on that road. My previuos car was a 2016 Mazda 3 hatch, not a handling slouch either, but no match for the Prius. I have had Pirelli P Zero All Season 215/55R17 94V installed since last fall, and they add their part.
I've yet to drive the new steed on a twisty mountain road, though I am impressed with how it holds the curves going fast on the highway, even with lousy tires.
Have you noticed a big improvement after the tire upgrade? I'm still on the OEM tires, and the car understeers crazy. It deserves better tires! Also curious if you've noticed any MPG loss.
My unrealistic hope for the next generation is a fix of the current steering set up from video game dead to a system that provides feel and feedback.
