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Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by Joe Fisher, Nov 5, 2015.

  1. Joe Fisher

    Joe Fisher Junior Member

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    I've had VW's since 2001. I had a Jetta TD wagon I from 2003 until 2013. I then bought a 2013 Sportwagon. But I feel like I've just been screwed over with this emissions crap. I thought I was buying a clean, good for the environment, vehicle.
    Just last night I decided, I'm done. This evening I drove to the Toyota dealer, traded in my Jetta Sportwagon TDI on a v (lowercase v for the Prius v wagon).
    Good Lord, the v is huge! My dogs are going to love it!!!
    The only thing that has me wondering it how it will do in a cold, mountainous climate. I'm sure it will be fine. :)

    Joe Fisher
     
    #1 Joe Fisher, Nov 5, 2015
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    congrats joe, hope to see you around the boards. all the best!(y)
     
    #2 bisco, Nov 5, 2015
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  3. AK Prius Nut

    AK Prius Nut Junior Member

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    You will do fine. You will notice a bit less torque compared to diesel going uphill. Just search for cold climate tips for Prius. There are lots of easy improvements you can implement. Enjoy your new Prius


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    #3 AK Prius Nut, Nov 7, 2015
  4. Chazz8

    Chazz8 Gadget Lover

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    My dogs love it

    Coming from a vehicle with more power I would remind you of the Power Mode button and the less obvious Normal Mode (press power button while in Power Mode, or Eco button while in Eco Mode.). You can ween yourself to Eco Mode driving via the Power and Normal Modes if you wish. I was amazed how much fun it has become to drive efficiently, but it is not for everybody.
     
    #4 Chazz8, Nov 7, 2015
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  5. Joe Fisher

    Joe Fisher Junior Member

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    #5 Joe Fisher, Nov 8, 2015
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