Hi folks. I’m hoping to be a first time Prius owner and my two current options are a 2015 Prius 3 at $16k (plus 2.5k in fees etc) at 22,000 miles OR a 2014 Prius plug in at $12K (not sure about fees yet) and with 62,000 miles. Should I go for the lower mileage since the difference is 40,000 miles? Or, is it okay to save $4,000 and buy the cheaper Prius? I’m mostly worried about the hybrid battery and the warranty expiring...is that silly? They both have clean Carfaxes and a single owner. Both through dealerships. I live in the DC area so I’m not sure prices will come down or what even a “good” deal is.
Actually, the 2014 got sold, but am looking at a 2015 Prius 2 (49k miles at Toyota dealership) priced at $15k and its certified pre-owned. I haven't seen the CarFax yet, but it may have been owned by multiple people. Is this a good deal or should I go for the 2015 Prius 3 with 22K miles? Am I splitting hairs over a $1700 difference?
Both cars seem to be fairly priced, as per kbb.com. I was also worried about the warranty when I was shopping for my used Prius, so that's normal. Washington DC appears to be a CARB state, which means your hybrid battery should be under warranty for 10 years/150k miles, which will be good until 2024/2025. But, make sure that the car has been registered in only CARB states, otherwise, it could have the standard warranty of 8 years/100k miles. A call to Toyota North America customer service will help clarify the warranty, if the information on carfax isn't clear.
The 2015 for sure will have the upgraded pistons and rings (Toyota revd to mitigate oil consumption). It’s near-new for miles. It has a spare, and a storage tray under hatch floor. I’d splurge.
Actually, the 2014 got sold! I am now also looking at a 2015 Prius 2 (49k miles at Toyota dealership) priced at $15k and its certified pre-owned. I haven't seen the CarFax yet, but it may have been owned by multiple people. Is this a good deal or should I go for the 2015 Prius 3 with 22K miles? Am I splitting hairs over a $1700 difference?
Personally I would go for high miles and get one of these https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/840589907/overview/ Would avoid the whole bugaballoo that was Gen III
both great cars, don't be afraid to negotiate for the best price on each. another possibility, peeps are buying brand new prius primes in the md area for 16-18k after discounts, rebates and tax credits. take a serious look before purchasing a 6 or 7 year old car.