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Spare in PHV cargo area

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by 13Plug, Apr 18, 2013.

  1. 13Plug

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    I thought I saw a post recently where a plug-in owner stored his compact spare tire/wheel in the small cargo area with the lid, sticking out.

    I'm curious now, would a regular Prius spare tire/wheel fit in that cargo area somehow? Does anyone have a photo?

    I'd rather not strap it down in the main cargo area or store it behind one of the front seats. (I haven't bought a spare yet)
     
    #1 13Plug, Apr 18, 2013
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    I don't think that is possible. I have my spare strapped in the cargo area. It's fine
     
    #2 benalexe, Apr 19, 2013
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    i doubt it. i'm not even sure the compact will fit, i'll try it in a few minutes.
     
    #3 bisco, Apr 19, 2013
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    :confused: I recently purchased the thin temporary tire. I believe it's a 135x80x16 tire on a 4" (?) wide rim. I tried it Sunday, it won't fix due to the extreme offset of the wheel. I'll carry it in a plastic bag in the rear. Only the tire portion will fit.
     
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    i just tried it. the approx. 25" compact spare sticks up about 13" above the carpet. and it scrapes a bit withwise as you slide it down. a full size will not fit because the width is closer to 7".
     
    #5 bisco, Apr 19, 2013
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