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Wheel Chair In Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by rfloyd7522, Mar 26, 2007.

  1. rfloyd7522

    rfloyd7522 Junior Member

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    I'm about to purchase a new Prious but the only drawback mywife has is that she does not know if a wheelchair will fit into the rear hatchback. Does anyone transport a wheelchair?
     
  2. Michgal007

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    The best way to know this is to take the wheelchair to the dealership and try it out. The trunk has a lot of space, I believe it will fit.
     
  3. jiw395

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(rfloyd7522 @ Mar 26 2007, 09:10 PM) [snapback]412680[/snapback]</div>
    HELLO, the one I use for my dad, fits great, we even had two different sizes, a narrow and wide, { wheel bases] and both fit without any problems, I just laid back one of the rear seats, either seat was enough room. Norman :D
     
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    I don't have a wheel chair but I do carry an electric scooter with no effort, except for removing the seat.
     
  5. jamarimutt

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    Yes, it'll fit, but the wheelchair will ruin the inexpensive carpet material unless you protect it (bottom and sides).
     
  6. JimN

    JimN Let the games begin!

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jamarimutt @ Mar 27 2007, 06:12 AM) [snapback]412821[/snapback]</div>
    At the very least find a LARGE cardboard carton, use the trunk mat as a template and cut a mat. I would also cover the seat backs and put something on the sides. Old blankets might be enough.
     
  7. BVISAILMAN

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    Just take your rear carpet in the hatchback area and turn it over rubber side up...then you get all the protection from scrapes, scuffs ans spills you need
     
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    A narrow type wheelchair fits into the back of my '06 even with both the rear seats up in normal position.