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Brand new to Prius. Have some questions

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Ryan Pascarelli, Jul 3, 2013.

  1. Ryan Pascarelli

    Ryan Pascarelli New Member

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    Hey guys I recently switched from a 2007 vw gti to a 2010 prius II. It's definitely going to take some getting used to going from the quick gti to the slow prius. I think I got a pretty good deal on it; it's a 2010 white prius II with 43,000 miles and I paid $14,995 for it.

    One thing I was curious about is if the prius II has the jbl speakers. From what I have read it says only the III has this system. Could it be possible that the dealer I got mine from had it listed as a II by accident?

    Another question I have is whether or not you guys use power mode when accelerating, say onto a highway or something. I find the acceleration painfully slow and its tough to get used to.

    If you guys could help me out, that would be great! I have learned so much from this site already.
     
    #1 Ryan Pascarelli, Jul 3, 2013
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    MPGnutcase Active Member

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    yes the power mode is what I use to get up to speed fast merging on the highway

    I am not sure if you car had that optional pkg, you can call Toyota and give them you vin number or look at what your title says.
     
    #2 MPGnutcase, Jul 3, 2013
  3. rdgrimes

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    You can't mistake the JBL audio package, it has a JBL badge on the dash and on the speakers.
     
    #3 rdgrimes, Jul 3, 2013
  4. Ryan Pascarelli

    Ryan Pascarelli New Member

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    Thanks for the help guys. I should have been more clear. I do have the jbl system. The dealer had this listed as a Prius 2 but I think it could be a 3
     
    #4 Ryan Pascarelli, Jul 3, 2013
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    Sounds like you got a good price. I just bought a 2010 II with 50 k miles for $15,500. I used to drive a 2002 Subaru Outback. It is one of the slowest cars on the road. The Prius is a improvement as far as acceleration.
     
    #5 Madduck, Jul 3, 2013
  6. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Yeah the only difference between a 2010 II and a 2010 III is the JBL audio system with 8-speakers, 6-CD changer and bluetooth handsfree. It cost $1,000 more than a II. If you have it, it's possible that the dealer didn't know, especially if it's not a Toyota dealer.

    Sometimes, not always. The driving style in Canada is mostly suited to Prius driving, even merging onto highways. There are always a few spots that could require a quick switch to PWR mode (e.g. Toronto lol). I'll switch if I anticipate that I'll need to merge quick or accelerate quick (e.g. I pick a spot between cars where I can turn left at a light so I'll switch to PWR ahead of time and wait for the gap).
     
    #6 Tideland Prius, Jul 3, 2013
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