What's New for 2006 Prius

Interesting.

I wonder if they'll replace my melting rear light assemblies with the '06 version once I get around to making them take care of it.

The real question is, how are they implementing the backup camera? Does it require the camera CPU the Japanese version uses, or is it something that could be easily retro-fitted to an 04/05?

I wonder what an 'advanced air bag system' is.

 

Thanks for the info! I will wait til Mid October to order my 2006 so I can receive it in Jan 2006.

 

I think I know -- I've posted some speculation on the other thread.

 

First thing I will do is order all the parts to give me the "factory" rear back-up camera

 

UGH!!!
My sig says it all.

I got on "the list" in July of 04.
May was my estimated time on the "the list".
Which worked out great because my wife was in school and would be done in May.
Got the call in December, not my color or package but it was in. Passed.
January, Got laid off.
Feburary. My color, my package in...passed. (sigh!)
Augest got a job.
Augest told dealer to get me a car. He said I was NEXT when a package 6 came in.
NOW I see this.

I would love an input for my Ipod.
I really don't like the burgendy dash. (one of my biggest complaints about the car, but still better than tan)
Other options would be nice, but not a big deal.

So I'm guessing a couple weeks before I get "the call" and then what 6 weeks? before I take delivery? So that puts me to the end of Sept. beginning of Oct.?
'When would the first be delivered? When would orders be taken?

Because dang it I want the car. Mine is slowly falling apart. Nothing major, just little annoyances.

What would you do?

 

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

 

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

 

If you're looking at getting a 2006 which won't start being delivered until November, you really ought to wait to take delivery unitl January to take advantange of the new tax credits. If you decide to wait, tell your dealer NOW so you are first on the list for a January delivery.

 

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So what you are saying is that the next up coming inventory sheet could potentially be the last in the 05 inventory. And next months sheet would bring delivery about the time of the 06's. Maybe....what are the thoughts the experts?

 

Stop posting information about the '06 Prius until I get my '05!

 

I'll keep an eye out for the wiring diagram. When it comes out, I'll see if the MP3 and backup camera (and pressure sensor?) can be added to an 04/05.

 

When you say that possibly the "mp3" could be added to an 05, do you mean that the dealer would remove the existing stereo unit and replace it with the new one that has an integrated AUX jack (assuming the wiring works out)?

And if so, around how much would this cost? I was planning on having the AUX Box installed on my 05, but if you think this would be a better and somewhat comparably-priced option, I might wait. Thanks for your advice....

 

I am thrilled at the news about the 2006 Prius. I was wondering, has anyone heard about the possibility or adding power driver seat, auto-locking doors, etc. I really think these might be nice things to have, among others. Please E-Mail me if you have any information or comments about these or other options not currently on the Prius or stated in the New For 2006 PDF. [email protected] Thanks everyone! DANE

 

Without seeing the '06, or its wiring diagram, I can't say how MP3/Aux/IPod would be handled. I was hoping for a separate module, much like the XM, Sirius or external CD changer. But it is more probable that it would be incorporated into the head unit. Still, it may be possible to replace the head unit. Won't be able to say until its out.

 

Full details about the 2006 Prius in this PriusChat thread.