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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by camry25, Sep 17, 2012.

  1. camry25

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    Recently tested 2012 Prius regular, and engine was really noisy (I could hear it) on flats and short uphills. Is this normal? When I tested 3 years ago there was no noise but I was very light on the accelerator, maybe it was in electric mode.
     
    #1 camry25, Sep 17, 2012
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    It is noticeable to be sure. I think Toyota sacrificed a bit too much sound insulation to keep the weight down. It is also tough when so often the engine is off and it is silence only to be interrupted by a silly gas engine coming on. ;)
     
    #2 spiderman, Sep 17, 2012
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