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jaaagman · 11-15-2022, 09:26 AM

We've had our Prius Prime for just under a year, and its been great. On the factory eco tires, the EV range is about 50 km. Right now with winters, its prob closer to 30 km depending on how you drive.

I used to think it would be the worst of both worlds, but having the gas engine as a backup really adds flexibility which is nice. As EvoFire, you basically have the advantage of using it as an EV in town, and having the gas engine as a backup for longer trips. Even in hybrid mode, its still very fuel efficient. There is a bit more complexity, but both engines should be fairly understressed.

Considering a Prius Prime is about $40k after tax minus whatever rebate the government is currently offering ($4.5k?), it's pretty affordable.

11-15-2022, 09:26 AM	#18
jaaagman Everyone wants a piece of R S... Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 354 Thanked 236 Times in 111 Posts Failed 12 Times in 2 Posts	We've had our Prius Prime for just under a year, and its been great. On the factory eco tires, the EV range is about 50 km. Right now with winters, its prob closer to 30 km depending on how you drive. I used to think it would be the worst of both worlds, but having the gas engine as a backup really adds flexibility which is nice. As EvoFire, you basically have the advantage of using it as an EV in town, and having the gas engine as a backup for longer trips. Even in hybrid mode, its still very fuel efficient. There is a bit more complexity, but both engines should be fairly understressed. Considering a Prius Prime is about $40k after tax minus whatever rebate the government is currently offering ($4.5k?), it's pretty affordable.