Should I get a Prius?

[fliptuner]

They'll only get that kind of mileage once they're fully warmed up.

[turbomelon]

Personally when I moved down to the Bay Area I was in the same quandary. But after looking at the Prius I realized that I could get a full sized sedan that has only slightly worse fuel mileage in the grand scheme of things. I ended up selling my e90 M3 and got into a used Camry Hybrid.

Granted there are days where I miss the feeling of driving a real sports sedan but the Camry Hybrid in my opinion is the perfect point A to B car. It's comfortable, roomy, great mileage super cheap maintenance and I get over 500miles a tank.

Working out of Redmond these days I can drive all week and go across the border and back on one tank and its got a decent amount of poke with the 148hp 4cyl and 113hp electric motors.

Of course it's a bit easier for me to cope with having a daily driver as a hybrid when admittedly I still have a c63 to tool around in on weekends .

[danned]

[!Aznboi128]

Knowing where you live... why not skytrain? I did that when I was working at Metro. And then enjoy the weekend with the s2k.
But in any case getting a new car for work is never worth it. Besides 7thgen coupe is the best car in the world.

[smoothie.]

Originally Posted by !Aznboi128

Knowing where you live... why not skytrain? I did that when I was working at Metro. And then enjoy the weekend with the s2k.
But in any case getting a new car for work is never worth it. Besides 7thgen coupe is the best car in the world.

Transit to work is quite literally, retarded.

The bus is early, I miss it. The bus is late, I'm late. It smells when its hot, it smells when its cold. Something happens with the tracks, I go nowhere. I only took it when I worked downtown because I couldn't afford to park there. If I could've, I would've driven.

I've got to pay insurance for the daily anyway, its a no brainer to not have to pay for a monthly transit pass. Work parking is still cheaper.

I guess I could've elaborated more into why I thought of getting a prius, but I wanted to see where RS would take this thread.

My daily is still reliable, just old and missing creature comforts of newer cars. Add that to how ADD I am about wanting another car for the better part of the last year is why I'm posting now. I could use more cargo space, more doors, more horsepower, better fuel efficiency, decent payments - the hard part has been a balance I could actually live with.

I feel like this period of new cars is finally something worth getting, new or close to it.

At least the prius could save me some money while depreciating a little slower for a couple years compared to any other new car until I have more cash to throw at a car, right?

[smoothie.]

Originally Posted by twitchyzero

you live a mile or so from work and want a new, more fuel efficient car?
I wonder if it's even hitting operating temperature for most of the year?
does the Accord goes through a battery every year or two?

Keyword is want. Not many people these days wish their car consumed more fuel.

Its not a diesel transporter, the car warms up within a few minutes. The battery is on it's 6th year and starts like new.

[asian_XL]

I would consider buying a Korean Hybrid if gas money is an issue.

[fliptuner]

Your current car is paid off, cheap on fuel, relatively reliable and maintenance/repairs are cheap. Who cares what your daily is? It's a tool.

Instead of getting something new and cheap(er) on fuel, save the payments and added cost of insurance and put it towards vacation/mortgage/toys.

Unless you decide to rent it out at night or start your own soup kitchen - then it'd totally make sense.
#dirtymike #fuckshack

[Badhobz]

Id just get a corolla. It's almost 10g cheaper than the Prius. Plus the newer ones have all the adaptive cruise control and Lane keep assist standard even on the base model.

[punkwax]

I can’t answer your question until you answer mine.. Do you like Little River Band? You’ll need 6 discs of LRB loaded up in there.

[68style]

This question is rhetorical, no one can give you a practical answer because nobody in their right mind can justify with any sort of logic dropping the $ for a new car + freight + taxes to... uh... "save" $60 a month... so what it comes down to is you deciding for yourself if bluetooth or whatever other tech shit you want is worth spending a tonne of money for to enjoy for 6km a day... and nobody here can help you with that decision. You're clearly bored, get a hobby instead!

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[IMASA]

Seems like you want a new car and you want everyone on RS to support your decision. The reason we're not is because you're using improved fuel economy as your main reasoning.

You have an old car that has good fuel economy and you're pitching us the idea to get a newer car because it has slightly better fuel economy. Plus your commute seems so short (~3 km one way) that there doesn't seem to be any major gains in fuel economy. Car won't be warmed up yet, ECU still running open loop = shitty gas mileage)

Honestly, if I had a 3km commute to work, I'd bike/walk on nice days and drive on shitty days. I can't imagine a 3km bus ride being so bad. My commute is 20km, from Richmond to Vancouver. I usually drive but have taken transit when I had mechanical issues with the car. Driving takes me 25mins in the morning and almost an hour coming home, while 1hr 15mins to 1hr 45mins by bus/Canada line. Transit takes 3+ X longer but can be more relaxing.

I recently bought a new Mazda3 as a 2nd car to use as my daily. Still on the first tank of gas, the Mazda3 averages ~8.0L/100km on 87 while my speed3 does about 13.xL/100km on 94. There's fuel savings there, but that wasn't my primary reasoning for wanting a new car. Like you, it was for the creature comforts of the new car. My speed3 has been too modified and is now too harsh for my current lifestyle, but I still want to keep it for driving enjoyment.

So if you want a new car, get a new car. Don't limit yourself to a Prius unless it's a car that you really want, as the cash savings from fuel costs may not that be significant compared to your existing car.

[yray]

smoothie needs more space to transport mo' hoes

[freakshow]

Your commute is 3km. I would literally do the opposite of what you said. Buy an e90/2 M3, enjoy the car with minimal depreciation and only a bit more in gas.

When your commute switches to being further, go back to a econobox, or by that time, model 3s should be cheaper and more plentiful.

[smoothie.]

Originally Posted by IMASA

Seems like you want a new car and you want everyone on RS to support your decision. The reason we're not is because you're using improved fuel economy as your main reasoning.

You have an old car that has good fuel economy and you're pitching us the idea to get a newer car because it has slightly better fuel economy. Plus your commute seems so short (~3 km one way) that there doesn't seem to be any major gains in fuel economy. Car won't be warmed up yet, ECU still running open loop = shitty gas mileage)

Honestly, if I had a 3km commute to work, I'd bike/walk on nice days and drive on shitty days. I can't imagine a 3km bus ride being so bad. My commute is 20km, from Richmond to Vancouver. I usually drive but have taken transit when I had mechanical issues with the car. Driving takes me 25mins in the morning and almost an hour coming home, while 1hr 15mins to 1hr 45mins by bus/Canada line. Transit takes 3+ X longer but can be more relaxing.

I recently bought a new Mazda3 as a 2nd car to use as my daily. Still on the first tank of gas, the Mazda3 averages ~8.0L/100km on 87 while my speed3 does about 13.xL/100km on 94. There's fuel savings there, but that wasn't my primary reasoning for wanting a new car. Like you, it was for the creature comforts of the new car. My speed3 has been too modified and is now too harsh for my current lifestyle, but I still want to keep it for driving enjoyment.

So if you want a new car, get a new car. Don't limit yourself to a Prius unless it's a car that you really want, as the cash savings from fuel costs may not that be significant compared to your existing car.

You're right! I'm just craving something new.

Originally Posted by freakshow

Your commute is 3km. I would literally do the opposite of what you said. Buy an e90/2 M3, enjoy the car with minimal depreciation and only a bit more in gas.

When your commute switches to being further, go back to a econobox, or by that time, model 3s should be cheaper and more plentiful.

I'm scared of used BMW ownership doe.

[white rocket]

My wife got a loaded 2012 Prius brand new and we kept it for 4 years, only selling because we needed a van for our kids. We loved it. Torque was fun, handling was fine, ride was comfy, gas was like $50 month, creature comforts were on point, heated seats were butt burning, stereo was kick-ass(JBL), etc. I had a weekend car as well so that made having it that much more practical. I'd buy one again for sure. The maintenance over the 4 year period, using the Toyota dealership and following maintenance to the letter, was like $860 total. When we sold the brakes and tires were still like 60% life left even with 80,000kms on it. Absolutely the easiest vehicle to own.

I'm not sure about the new gen though. They look like dog shit compared to the previous gen.

[!Aznboi128]

Originally Posted by smoothie.

Transit to work is quite literally, retarded.

The bus is early, I miss it. The bus is late, I'm late. It smells when its hot, it smells when its cold. Something happens with the tracks, I go nowhere. I only took it when I worked downtown because I couldn't afford to park there. If I could've, I would've driven.

I've got to pay insurance for the daily anyway, its a no brainer to not have to pay for a monthly transit pass. Work parking is still cheaper.

I guess I could've elaborated more into why I thought of getting a prius, but I wanted to see where RS would take this thread.

My daily is still reliable, just old and missing creature comforts of newer cars. Add that to how ADD I am about wanting another car for the better part of the last year is why I'm posting now. I could use more cargo space, more doors, more horsepower, better fuel efficiency, decent payments - the hard part has been a balance I could actually live with.

I feel like this period of new cars is finally something worth getting, new or close to it.

At least the prius could save me some money while depreciating a little slower for a couple years compared to any other new car until I have more cash to throw at a car, right?

That makes sense.

Prius at 27k is at a decent price point. the Prime at 5k more before the 2.5k in government discount. Best yet park it next door and you can charge it there haha

[ScizzMoney]

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[tomatogunk]

Why not a used Prius, used Lexus CT200H, or any other used hybrid in the Toyota/Lexus lineup? The CT is essentially a Prius on the inside with a bit more premium interior, albeit a lot smaller. Certified pre-owned vehicles also get extended warranty on the battery if I'm not mistaken

[AzNightmare]

Depends on how you drive... Have you commuted with a Prius on a regular basis?
It's so boring.... Now it might work for you, but I wouldn't be able to do it.

I find driving so fun, I get up in the morning happy knowing I get to drive to work.

[coneZONE]

Originally Posted by AzNightmare

Depends on how you drive... Have you commuted with a Prius on a regular basis?
It's so boring.... Now it might work for you, but I wouldn't be able to do it.

I find driving so fun, I get up in the morning happy knowing I get to drive to work.

i love driving as well... but traffic is so fucked now that for the commute to and from work i wouldn't mind driving something "boring". Might as well save gas where i can!

[J-Chow]

I had the same temptations as you smoothie. We have 2 vehicles, the Sienna and the Mustang. The family van, and the mid-life crisis car for me. Our commutes are limited to Vancouver, Burnaby, and Richmond. Mostly Richmond.

The Sienna sucks on gas, 480km on a 79L tank. $250/month
The Mustang is mediocre, 430km on a 58L tank (87oct), only driven to work at airport. $140/month

I can't let the van go, since we have 2 kids, and we drive grandparents along with us.
The Mustang I can, but I love driving it. I seriously was contemplating a VW E-Golf, LEAF or Hybrid.

I'm leaning more towards fully electric cars, but I don't know how reliable they are, and how long will the battery last on the long run.

But in the end, I need the approval from the wife, and so far, it's NOPE!

[Great68]

This is the only Prius I think that I could bear to drive:

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[TypeRNammer]

Originally Posted by J-Chow

The Sienna sucks on gas, 480km on a 79L tank. $250/month

Damn that's some pretty savage gas mileage.

I'm getting about 500km on a 70 litre fill up, sometimes 550km.

[Ferra]

Originally Posted by smoothie.

A tank of gas lasts 3-4 weeks in my V6 Accord right now, would it even be worth it to finance a new Prius at ~$35?

Why even get a prius with that mileage you are driving!??

You can probably get a GTI for about the same price or less than a prius. (I am leasing a base model at $317+tax $0 down)

It'd be a lot more fun to drive and probably cost $25/month more in gas.
You might even end up paying more on the prius because of the higher monthly payment