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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by asaca, Mar 14, 2006.

  1. asaca

    asaca New Member

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    Hi everyone,

    I've been visiting this forum for a few weeks and noticed the tremendous amount of activity here. Lots of good info and advices so I decided to register.

    Went to a local dealer and test drive a Prius couple weeks ago, the salesman was nice enough to let me solo. After about 40 something miles later, I returned to the dealer and ordered one with package#6. Mr. salesman said it will take 6-8 weeks for the new car to arrive. VERY NICE CAR!

    If I remember correctly there is info regarding that the NVH(Noise, Vibration and Harshness)is improved on the 06's, and the car is quieter then the 05's. Did anyone actually has a chance to compare the two?

    I think the one I test drove is an 05' and it's fairly quiet, hopefully it's even quieter in the 06's.
     
    #1 asaca, Mar 14, 2006
  2. Vincent

    Vincent Don't Wait Until Tomorrow

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    I got a cheap long term rental on a new 05 Prius (12 miles on odo) for 4 months while my 06 was on order. There is definitely an improvement in 06 noise reduction and handling. The cheap tires are still noisy at high speed and I may switch to Goodyear ComforTreds.

    Don't forget to post your Prius year/Package in your signature.
     
    #2 Vincent, Mar 14, 2006
  3. flying

    flying New Member

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    :) Just picked up my 06 barcelona red yesterday. I drove my 05 Prius 18000 miles and 1200 so far on my 06 and I can tell that the 06 is definitely much more quiet in all phases of driving. Seems as though the steering is a little tighter also. The one BIG thing that I really like is the much colder air conditioner. The seats also seem a bit firmer in the 06 and all the material a little darker in color. It also seems a bit thriftier in interstate driving and about the same around town as my 05. I love the new barcelona red this year. It is hard to imagine being able to improve on such a great machine. Happy motoring. :lol:
     
    #3 flying, Mar 14, 2006
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