• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like economy without sacrificing comfort and I dislike rattling around in a small car.

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

    They think it slightly odd as I used to prefer faster cars.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. Economy and reliability with comfort make for a winning combination. And the quality is good, inside and out.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Might well be another prius.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Ok. Price and trade in acceptable, not better than that.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Chosen specifically for an 80 mile per day commute.

    What was the dealer like?

    Great service, no pushing.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Smooth, quiet, and comfortable. But not a performance car.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with rear sensors. Front is shorter than you think.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Hardly anything at all. I have taken the car from 20 to 60k with nothing more than maintenance, brakes and tyres (except for one shock absorber).

    What's most practical about your car?

    Comfortable, restful, economical.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?