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2004 Toyota Prius

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Shawn P.
2004 Toyota Prius
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12/15/2020
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It runs

As long as a car runs and had to insurance, I like it As long as a car runs and had to insurance, I like it. As long as a car runs and had to insurance, I like it As long as a car runs and had to insurance, I like it.
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Susan C.
2004 Toyota Prius
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/31/2020
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Good news and bad news

This is a 2004 Prius, and I am the original owner. It's still going, and without any major incidents yet, but has had constant maintenance over the years for wear and tear. Although mileage varies relative to terrain and number of short vs. long trips, mpg is still far above gas-powered only cars. The light weight of the car's body is both its advantage and disadvantage. A Prius car is easily damaged, and body repairs are as expensive as those on any other car. My biggest ongoing problem with the Prius goes back to the day I first drove it: terrible rear viewing sight lines. The blind spots are unusually big. Although newer Prius models don't seemed to have changed in design enough to correct the problem, I think rear view cameras are now standard - they were optional in '04. Perhaps cameras may make all the difference.
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David W.
2004 Toyota Prius
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/13/2020
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A really good car around town

This is the most reliable, gas saving car I’ve ever owned. However on the highway, I wouldn’t suggest taking it on trips longer than 4 or 5 hours. The power you’ll need to get in and out of traffic is well below what’s going on around you. Now, am I saying I want to get rid of my car, no not at all. I’m merely giving my personal opinion about the car I own and will recommend it for ride share and around town errands. It’s not meant for comfort and power on the highway.
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Susan C.
2004 Toyota Prius
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/17/2021
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It's endured

I expected this 2004 Prius to last maybe 8-10 years, and it's now lasted nearly 17. So endurance is the first big plus, fuel economy rates a close second, and third is maneuverability. On the down side, given the damage only minor collisions have inflicted, I don't think it would fare well in a more serious accident. The rearview and side mirrors offer a much more limited back view compared to the Toyota Camry or Honda Civic, leading me to think its view is poor compared to most sedans. And my '04 Prius is not equipped with a rearview camera. When I bought the Prius, I really believed that hybrids were a brief transitional phase to a new generation of all electric cars, and in 10-15 years the technology and infrastructure to support them would have dramatically progressed, making electric a much more practical option that it actually is today.
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JAMES C.
2004 Toyota Prius
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03/22/2015
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Great

The regularly scheduled maintenance visit was performed quickly and efficiently. It was good to hear my vehicle was in "perfect" condition. A good part of that rating is because of the lifetime warranty and regular checkups over the last 12 years. Thank you.
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