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"C" is out! Gen 3 is a maybe. v is crazy!

Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by Kenny_n_Steve, Aug 16, 2012.

  1. F8L

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    I saw that too. I guess with the 17" tires the sloppiness of the ESAS is not so pronounced. Despite the bump in the rear I think it is a great car. I'm concerned about how big the bump is on the Energi, however, because it is listed has having even less room.
     
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    I live in the UK and we've had the C-Max for a while. We even have the Grand C-Max with the sliding doors and extra rear seats.

    I can't comment on the hybrid system, but as a car, its nothing to get excited about. The interior is more Fiesta than anything else in the range. Nothing great, just ok.
     
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    Thanks for the info. I think the hybrid system, to most people on a site like this, is the selling point.
     
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    Sure, it looks odd, but I'll reserve judgement until I see how functional the folded down rear compartment is
     
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    I wonder if this will turn out to be the case. E.g., by many accounts (albeit by fanbois) the Volt is a cut above the Cruze in fit and finish and reliability even though both cars might be expected to be identical except for the hybrid engineering.
     
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    2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid [w/video]

    Here's a review of the Ford. A stylish car indeed but certainly not a Prius beater, even in 0-60 times. :) The load floor looks particularly botched. Otherwise, meh...
     
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    This bit jumped out at me as being a bit odd... Is there really a perception that a Prius is hard to drive? Sure, many owners change their driving habits, but you drive it just like any other car. (Particularly the models with traditional keys.) Strange.