Toyota Prius Hatchback (2009 - 2015) 1.8 VVTi 10th Anniversary 5d CVT Auto (2011/61) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

A car is a tool to do what I need, so it doesn't matter to me.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

I am not really concerned by what they say - but I think that they have no idea what 'hybrid' really means (to me it means 60mpg, well-equipped and money in my pocket). Need I say more!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, without doubt. (I'm on my second Prius!).

What are you likely to buy next?

Plug-in Prius - nearly bought one this time! Even better emissions and lower taxation costs.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£20,500

When did you buy the car?

September 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

General manager's car and I think he wanted to keep it so price not negotiable! But I wanted it.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Already had second generation Prius for 90,000 miles in three years with no problems - this one's even better and looks a little different as it's a limited edition.

What was the dealer like?

Not bad overall, moved very quickly to help me.

What's it like to drive?

Simply effortless - press go-pedal to go, stop-pedal to stop. Simple - just how it should be. Who needs more than that?!!

What's it like to park?

Reversing camera and parking sensors both make it effortless.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No, nothing, don't expect it to either!

What's most practical about your car?

An excellent all-round car - and very cost-effective due to low emissions and therefore low company car tax. So well-equipped - could have had a BMW 320d Touring but with minimal equipment.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Head-up display, speedo and sat nav displayed on windscreen - not until you have used it do you appreciate how useful it is. Plus colour reversing camera, sat-nav, etc.