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First time Prius owner. Really loving it so far

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Ryan Bennett, Dec 10, 2012.

  1. Ryan Bennett

    Ryan Bennett Junior Member

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    Well, I've had my '09 Prius for about a month now. I really love this car. Much more than I thought I would. Just took a 6 hour (each way) trip this past week, and got better than expected mileage. Best was 54mpg on the highway. I put some fuel system cleaner in at the beginning of the trip, so that cut the mileage a little, but the engine runs even better now.

    The car is way more comfortable than I thought it would be. The seats aren't too bad. I've said this before, but I wish the road noise was a little less, but it's really not too bad. As far as living with the car on a day to day basis in a big city, I just don't think you can beat it. Tight radius, great mileage, easy to park in tight spots, and comfortable. What more could you ask for?
     
    #1 Ryan Bennett, Dec 10, 2012
  2. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    Welcome to PriusChat! I hope you like your Prius as much as I have mine.
     
    #2 JimboPalmer, Dec 10, 2012
  3. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    not much, all the best!
     
    #3 bisco, Dec 10, 2012
  4. HaroldW

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    Great car. I cannot think of a better one.;) H
     
    #4 HaroldW, Dec 10, 2012
  5. dorunron

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    Ryan's post pretty much says it all. Great car's and happy owners. What better can you say!

    Welcome to Prius Chat Ryan.

    Ron
     
    #5 dorunron, Dec 11, 2012
  6. Britprius

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    Ryan welcome to PC. The road noise can be caused by the tyres fitted on the car, the OEM Bridgestones on the UK/EU version were very noisy. Fitting sound deadening panels in the doors does also improve matters.
     
    #6 Britprius, Dec 12, 2012
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