After 22 years I've replaced my Gen II Prius with a 2026 Corolla hybrid. Gen 5 Prius visibility was just too limited; the interior felt like a capsule. So far, so good, but I miss having a reliable comprehensive source of info and discussion, as is PriusChat. For example: - Toyota specifies 0W-16 oil in the US and 0W-20 in Europe. Plausible rumor has it that this is for better EPA fuel economy in the US and longer engine life in Europe. I don't dare risk the Toyota warranty by using the heavier oil. - What is the maximum amperage that can safely be drawn from the 12V system by an aftermarket accessory? Gen II Prius was rated for 100A, sufficient to power a 1kW AC inverter. I've no clue yet what is safe in the Corolla. Gen II Prius things I miss: temporary spare tire and rear window washer & wiper. Things I won't miss include the fuel tank bladder, the brake accumulator, the belt-driven engine coolant pump, and the coolant thermos and associated transfer pump and valves.
Double check your oil fill cap or OP manual; I believe it's down to 0w8 now - at least the regular Corolla had been down to that for a couple of years now, I believe.
congrats Richard! we're considering the corolla cross to replace our hycam in the future. pics, or it didn't happen all the best!
True, for the non-hybrid. For the hybrid the manual and the oil fill cap both read "SAE 0W-16". Good to check :_>
I came from a Corolla hatch to the current Prius. The Current Corolla sedan is shorter, is easier to get in and out of, has a better back seat, a pretty big trunk, and simple, intuitive controls. It is zero percent weird. Weird is the calling card of the Prius.
