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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Tinbolas, Sep 23, 2009.

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  1. Tinbolas

    Tinbolas New Member

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    Hello =)

    Six days ago i got my new 2009 prius, so far i love it, compared to my old car it feels really smooth, anyway... I've been reading the forums for a few months now and i actually made up my mind about buying the prius because of the information you guys post here.
    The prius i have is the japanese version, i was wondering what are the differences between the japanese version and the us version? So far i know mine has the EV botton, the little side led lights, and the protection on the door frame. Is there any other difference?

    Thanks! :)
     
    #1 Tinbolas, Sep 23, 2009
  2. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    JP Prius...
    - is RHD :)
    - has seat height adjustment on the driver's seat
    - has IPA, Intelligent Parking Assist, comes with the factory NAV
    - remote folding side mirrors
    - headlamp switch has auto position

    maybe more...

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    Don't you guys have HUD, and an HDD based nav?
     
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  4. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    The Gen2 Prius doesn't have HUD in any countries.
    You're correct that the 2006-2009 JP Prius has the HDD NAV option and the 2004-2005 one was DVD NAV.

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    Whoops, I was assuming 2009 meant gen III in Japan. I guess I guessed wrong!
     
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  6. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    You're correct we never call Gen3 as 2010 Prius in Japan.
    The OP wrote it has EV button (different from the US version), so I assume it is Gen2.
    Also, this place is Gen2 forum. :)

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    #6 ken1784, Sep 23, 2009
  7. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    I guess some Jpn models have rear foglights (cold weather package?)
     
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  8. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    That's right!
    The cold weather package includes...
    - rear fog lights
    - PTC heater (no PTC heater on the standard model)
    - heated side mirrors
    - window de-icer
    - 50% LLC (30% standard)

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    Ken, RHD stands for Right Hand Driving, right? Just making sure... :)
     
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    I have heated side mirrors, rear window de-icer and both front and rear fog lights on my European Prius. Does it mean I have the cold wheather package? I am not sure about the other things you mentioned, please could you tell how do I determine? Also, could you please explain what is PTC and LLC :)? I am not sure about those :).

    Thanks!
     
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    PTC is positive temperature coefficient, and is a fancy name for the two electric heating elements that supplement the cabin heater core.

    LLC is the Toyota red long life coolant, I think. Not sure why a 30% blend is offered in Japan.

    In the US, 50% blend of pink SLLC (super long life coolant) and distilled water is the standard offering. In general, 40% antifreeze is deemed the minimum necessary to ensure corrosion protection.
     
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  12. ken1784

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    Every country has different packages. I don't know the European packages.
    By the way, the window de-icer in the JP cold weather package is for front window. It is located at the bottom near front window wipers.

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    Doesn't the Japan version have a larger fuel tank on both Gen II and III.
     
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  14. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    Both Gen II and Gen III Prius come with 45 liter or 11.9 gallon tank worldwide.
    But, the Gen II NA Prius has a bladder.

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    #14 ken1784, Sep 25, 2009
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    Could someone elaborate on the differences of the door trim in the Japanese version? Is this something I can buy and add to the US car?
     
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    You guys are forgetting the most important feature:

    The Japanese Prius transforms into a mini-gundam mobile suit :D
     
    #16 Bob64, Sep 26, 2009
  17. Tinbolas

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    Oh, so the japanese version doesnt have a bladder?
    Thats good news i guess =)
    Mine has rear fog lights and all that other stuff you mentioned, so probably i have the winter package :)
     
    #17 Tinbolas, Sep 26, 2009
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    Any idea how to change the Language in the system. I have a 2008 Japanese version. I don't read any japanese.
     
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  19. ken1784

    ken1784 SuperMID designer

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    There is no feature to change the language.

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    #19 ken1784, Mar 20, 2011
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    I guess it's time to learn japanese!
     
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