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I love prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Polything, Jan 24, 2016.

  1. Polything

    Polything Junior Member

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    hello, i have and 04 and 05 prius. they both have over 200k miles on each.
    Last Monday the 05 got backed into. Insurance give me $3500 for it. I wiped my tears with the check.

    Anyways i am looking round for a new whip. Possibly the used PLUG IN or big Prius v (lowercase v for the Prius v wagon). I love how Toyota put so many optional equipments in the Prius (key less entry/start...) Money well spent.

    Yes, i am a newbie so here is the questions.

    Can the plug in Prius be driven exclusively on electric power? I also notice the big Prius (Prius v (lowercase v for the Prius v wagon)) costs more and has less MPG. Why would i want to pay more to get less? Also why is the Priuc C priced more than regular Prius? It is smaller and

    If you know who is selling a decent used Prius, let me know.

    PS: i also own a Tesla Model S
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    #1 Polything, Jan 24, 2016
  2. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    The v has huge cargo room and a wider back seat. If you don't need those, the lift back is a better choice.

    Unless "easier to park" is high on your list, you can ignore the c.
     
    #2 JimboPalmer, Jan 24, 2016
  3. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    Plug-in Base
    yes, the plug in can be driven in ev only under most circumstances. we average 10-15 miles per charge, and the engine does not start like the non plug in, until you run out of wall charge.

    there are some caveats. for a full description, go to the plug in forum and read the sticky faq.

    i love prius too, all the best with your decision!(y)
     
    #3 bisco, Jan 24, 2016
  4. Lucifer

    Lucifer Senior Member

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    I think your location is required;)
    I happen to have an 11, with less than 50,000 miles, it's a model 4, dark grey, my local toyota dealer has excellent mechanics and just did the front wheel bearings and alignment, open to offers, if yer nearbye;)
     
    #4 Lucifer, Jan 24, 2016
  5. Polything

    Polything Junior Member

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    i am from texas send me more info anyways.
     
    #5 Polything, Jan 24, 2016
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