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2010 Redesign

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by krzysiu, May 20, 2010.

  1. krzysiu

    krzysiu Will knock you out...

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    Any idea how long this current style will last? Any major redesigns slated for the near future?
     
    #1 krzysiu, May 20, 2010
  2. Danny

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    The 2nd gen lasted 6 model years, so I wouldn't expect to see a 4G Prius until 2015 at the earliest. They usually do some sort of mid-cycle refresh somewhere in there. With the 2nd Gen Prius they did it in 2006.
     
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    Now is the best time to purchase in terms of design change.
     
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    what did they do in 06? i have 04 and 08 and can't see any diff.?
     
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    MFD upgrade, different headlamp and taillamp housings, back-up camera, chrome upper grill and lower front bumper trim, also changed how things are laid out on combination meter and interior design finish.
     
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  6. bisco

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    now i have to go out in the morning and look more carefully!
     
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    Likely very minor change in 2012my in 2011, when they release the plug in hybrid.

    More major change in 2015my in 2014. Its hard to tell how major. I would expect different battery packs and option packages. I would not expect any major change to the body.
     
    #7 austingreen, May 20, 2010
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    Typical Toyota lifespan is 5 years. So far, both Prius generations have lasted 6 model years (Dec 1997 - Sept 2003, Sept 2003 - May 2009). A midlife update is usually in between (3rd or 4th year typically).
     
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