2016 Toyota Prius C FOUR Review - Are Hybrids Reliable? The Perfect Lyft/Uber Vehicle

[@irshaadsahibdeen3351]

these cars are pretty good for those who want a first vehicle, pretty low maintenance and very good on fuel. I myself have a 2016 prius c going on two years now and i have no complaints :)

[@muradosman9998]

Question please. I weigh 179 and 5-7 foot tall. Based on that, do you think I’d be comfortable sitting all day on the driver’s seat? I drive for a living and I work 12 to 14 hours a day.

[@nordicpride9708]

Or for middle class people trying to survive in Joe B’s America 😂😂. First car… you’re funny there pal

[@jennatyler8144]

They're also good for 80 year old people who've owned dozens of vehicles.

[@andrewhicks8340]

Thanks for posting this. I drive a 2013 Prius C, and love it. The only maintenance thing has been the 12-volt battery; had to replace it for the second time last winter. Other than that, nine years with nothing but oil changes and tires. And the gas mileage is insane, especially for in town driving.

[@Echizen32kMedia]

That is great to hear! I'm in the same boat as you, hitting 90K miles! Hope I can get it to run smooth like yours.

[@nbatalkz6635]

I just got one. How many miles on yours ?

[@andrewhicks8340]

@@nbatalkz6635 About 35,000. I drove it for commuting for a few years, then retired and don't put a lot of miles on it now. I still love it. Best wishes to you with yours!

[@Youneedkoolin]

I’m about to buy a 2013 Prius C with 95k, I am pumped. Coming from a Jeep Patriot and the thing has sucked so bad.. no ac, stick shift, crank windows. This Prius is gonna be luxury for me and 50mpg is gonna be sweeeet better than my current 20

[@SalvationinCHRISTalone888]

Just bought a 2014 Prius C (hybrid) w/94K. I do not necessarily like all the electronics, but I guess I’ll get use to it as I did my previous cars. Happy Driving 🚗 🚙 🚘. My car will be used to go work, shopping & church - each less that 5-15 mins from where I live. I had a 2013 Mazda 2 w/only 44,850 miles on it and I wasn’t looking to buy another car, but it was involved in an accident that crushed both doors, at the bottom, on the passenger side and cracked the center beam- UNSALVAGEABLE🤕🤕🤕🤕👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽.

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Yes, Prius-Cs are such great cars. I haven't had any problems over the past 4 years. Only 1 flat tire. Literally it just needs oil changes and tire rotations and air filters changed. It's such a cheap car to maintain too. Enjoy your car!

[@jimmysmithers5526]

I have a red 2013 Toyota Prius C with 49,000 miles on it. I drove it From the Panhandle of Florida to Michigan ,straight through, 17 hours(1,100 miles), no problems. I was getting about 48.5 mpg average on the trip. And 50 mpg on the way back to Florida. It drove seamless and was actually a comfortable ride with the fabric seats. I just seen a 2012 Prius C on fb marketplace in FL with 334,000 miles go for almost $6000!

[@Echizen32kMedia]

That's amazing!!! I'm glad your car is so reliable! Cheers to a Prius bro!

[@robertstrohm2412]

I own the 2016 Prius C2 and the 2018 Rav4 Hybrid. I much prefer driving the Prius for the milage and everything else. Thanks for taking the time to review this car and get the word out. One tip however perhaps you should consider using the EV when parked or say at the drive thru it will save not only gas but keep a little more carbon out of the atmosphere.

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Good choice!

[@erem02]

I have a 2016 Prius C (Aqua) with 120,000km on the clock, changed gearbox oil every 40,000km , engine oil every 8,000km (0w16) , replaced the front brake pads at 120,000km. Car runs great

[@kitanyaedward6722]

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[@howardmanley3388]

Love my 2017 used Prius c , bought with 10, 400 miles on it no problems whatsoever...

[@Echizen32kMedia]

THanks for the feedback! Yes, glad to see another Prius-C owner having 0 issues with the car! Amazing!

[@muradosman9998]

I watched this video twice already in two months. Definitely the best, most comprehensive and detailed video for the Prius C. I owned a 2009 Prius. I currently own a 2013 Prius Four. The Prius C Four is definitely going to be my next vehicle. I was trying to figure out if I should get a green or blue one. But after seeing this video, I think the grayish black is going to be just perfect.

[@jayislander]

Did you

[@NethirOsman]

did you

[@muradosman9998]

@@jayislanderI ended up buying 2021 Toyota Prius last month and I totally love it

[@muradosman9998]

@@NethirOsmanI bought 2021 Prius and I love it

[@NethirOsman]

Nice!, normal Prius right, not the Prius c?@@muradosman9998

[@muradosman9998]

Excellent video and very detailed. I just bought a 2013 Prius Four with 43,000 miles. It drives like new. I’m the second owner. It has leather seats, heated seats, sunroof, moon roof, and car play. The driver’s seat is a lot more comfortable than my 2009 Prius, which I traded for 2017 RAV4 after putting on that Prius over 306,000 miles without any major issues. I sold my Pick up and Minivan before buying my 2013 Prius because there’s vehicles drink gas until they get drunk. My saving was going down. But after buying my 2013 Prius, my saving is slowly but surely going up again. I forgot to mention that I use my 2013 Prius for a living. I deliver food for door dash and Grubhub. Are you ready for this. I’ve been driving this car for one month only and I already put 5,500 miles on it. Oh yes. I work 12 to 14 hours a day delivering food. The more I drive, the more I save gas. I constantly put it on Eco mode, except when I get on the highway, I switch it to the power mode so I don’t get hit by ding dong people that drive like jerks. Once I get it to the speed I want, I switch it back to the eco mode. I will never ever buy any car but a Prius. It’s the world most reliable car.

[@Echizen32kMedia]

I totally agree with you 100%! Wow, thanks for sharing your story and I'm glad to hear that your Prius is reliable. It makes me feel happy to own mine! How many miles do you have now on the Prius?

[@muradosman9998]

@@Echizen32kMedia I’ve had my Prius Four for only 32 days, and I already put 6k miles on it (Odo 49,500).

[@muradosman9998]

@@Echizen32kMedia add to that, I love my 2013 Prius more than the 2009 Prius I owned years ago for the simple fact that its seat is way more comfortable.

[@nbatalkz6635]

How much u pay for that car ?

[@muradosman9998]

@@nbatalkz6635 I’m financing. The total pay out is $26,311.60 including $1,500 warranty for one year (that I paid for and included). I put $5000 down and as for now my balance is $16,000. I regret buying the $1,500 warranty that is expiring in 13 days.

[@mreburto239]

I have a 2012 Prius C Two with 49k miles. I originally purchased because I had a daily commute of 40 miles. A couple years after I purchased the car I was able to work from home. It’s been trouble free the entire time. At almost exactly the 8 year mark of ownership, the auxiliary battery had to be replaced. I also replaced the wheel covers and the tail light housing. I haven’t had any major mechanical issues. My local Toyota dealer has found no issues with the car. It’s a popular car in Asia, which allowed me to find many options for replacing the head unit. I added a new 9 inch Android Head unit with a faceplate designed for this model Prius C and a back-up camera. It has wireless CarPlay and Android auto. I must say the new Corolla Cross Hybrid has my attention. 😊

[@sammq4499]

0:28 to be corrected, engine size is 1.5 not 1.8

[@fernandocardoso3662]

Congrats for your car and your review. I think this is the best daily car

[@Echizen32kMedia]

It really is! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelchen3765]

I drive one of these. Same car, same year. It’s reliable and fuel efficient. I like it a lot.

[@jayislander]

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[@michaelchen3765]

I drive a Corolla now sorry

[@jayislander]

@@michaelchen3765 what year Corolla

[@michaelchen3765]

@@jayislander 2022

[@thomascehelnik5313]

Im in love with this car!!! Buying my first car soon!! Cant wait to buy a Prius C

[@carmentin789]

Your video is very helpful I’m getting the same one as well one quick question how is it to take it up the hill does it have enough power

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Thanks for watching! For me, I just switch over to the slow (right) lane and then floor the pedal lol

[@JustRandomThings]

I have the same model but here in Asia we Call it toyota Aqua. It's fine in the mighty Himalayas, karakoram and Hindukush mountain ranges. But ground clearance is an issue for us. You guys might not have ground clearance issue.

[@IbeSyke]

I agree it looks better than the new ones I test drove both and went with a 2015 . I just needed a daily driver

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Yes congrats on your purchase!

[@oscar6755]

Great review man. Definitely will consider this model when I upgrade from my 2010 civic.

[@KarelleDIY]

Wow! This is the 1st video I’ve seen with this many likes and no 👎🏽 down. You should be proud!

[@anarjavadov]

Hey, thanks for the video! I am just wondering if it makes a little bit more noise while driving it. Thanks

[@Echizen32kMedia]

There is some cabin noise, but nothing too crazy.

[@Mr808sponge]

Car is a little quicker if you turn off eco-mode and hold down the traction-control button to turn it off. Draw back is that you lose your little info screen...

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Good to know thanks!

[@anaif3441]

Thank you for this video! I love my Prius!

[@mariannerosset134]

I have a 2016 Prius C since 2017 and it is 2022 now. I love it. Is it ok to sit idle in park with the AC running or will that harm the battery? Thank you 🦋🌹🌟

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

Hey Echizen, do you know where i could get the OEM fog lights, from the same Prius C you have?

[@chrisroyce8252]

I love the Prius C. I also had one but the annoying thing is the infotainment display is kinda small

[@jywn]

0:29 *1.5 liter 🙂 congrats on your purchase, I drive a 2013 prius c, it has around 65000 miles now (touch wood) haven't had any problems with the car, I guess the only thing I'd be aware of is, make sure the battery fan, which is under the seats at the back row, that it's clean, you don't want to battery to overheat

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Thanks Jimmy! 1.5 liter correction* Yes, I clean the fan every 2-3 oil changes! Glad to hear your car has had 0 issues!

[@winfieldk6692]

I'm actually looking at buying a 2013 Prius C, with similar milage. How's the condition on the battery, does it seem like there's plenty of life left, or has your milage started to decrease with age?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

@@winfieldk6692 The condition of my battery is still good. I average over 50+mpg and get about 430-440 miles before having to fill.

[@wusi5454]

I just bought a 2016 Prius C with a speed of 25W. What are some good maintenance items to replace?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

I'd start with the basic fluid changes: oil, transmission fluid, coolant (engine and inverter fluid), air filters, spark plugs and cleaning the hybrid fan and getting good tires.

[@wusi5454]

@@Echizen32kMedia Thank you

[@1HeatWalk]

Does this have adaptive cruise control?

[@uniteentierly2773]

I appreciate you... The cars look real good too. Thanks

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Thank you :)

[@a5___br1sk3t5]

Have tips on installing that dash cam? I have a Prius Four hatchback and got the same dash cam. It destroyed my 12v battery.

[@aTodaCreature]

Awesome!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@Echizen32kMedia]

You are welcome!

[@SksToTheMini14]

Used to have a 2004 Toyota echo, now have a 2016 ram 1500...hate it regret buying it. Wished i had just bought another toyota. My wife drives a sequoia and i need a better vehicle for commuting .

[@mo_chiptu]

I have a 2012 Prius C and it is very basic indeed. Though I loved the original design, it’s very cute but with the newer ones just kinda made it uglier. I gotten it for free because a friend of mine gave it to me due to the fact that it had a broken electric power steering but my dad and his partner are mechanics and helped me fix the problem. He let it keep it because he just got over with it and gotten a new car. It has 150,000 miles, and I would mostly like to drive it in hybrid mode as I’m saving more gas. Though since I’m too familiar with gas cars, I’m not basically good with braking but once over a while I could get used to it. I would definitely prefer this as a good perfect car for a basic teenager, as you don’t usually waste more gas every day.

[@jayislander]

How is it

[@impdom3556]

Does it have a digital compass?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

No it does not.

[@willieswift9580]

What issues did you have with your 2018 Civic?

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

How is this Prius C doing to this day?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

It's great! 95K and still running strong with 0 issues. I will do another video with an update shortly!

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@Echizen32kMedia That's nice to know. Please update us, thank you.

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@Echizen32kMedia Hey man how is your Prius C doing 2 years later?

[@lalithdexter7456]

Is it okay to use for uberX

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Yes it's very good.

[@AbdullahAli-yq7wm]

How much did you buy?

[@angelqueen807]

Congratss on the first Toyota owned🤪🤪

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Thanks!!

[@pianoplayer56723]

Does the Prius C have the oil consumption and head gasket issues of the 3rd gen normal Prius? Thanks for the info.🙂

[@Echizen32kMedia]

I haven't had any on mine and I change the oil every 10k miles.

[@emiliojavier8268]

I don't think it does because the engine is different

[@nordicpride9708]

It’s a mix of the old Prius engine design and old so this one doesn’t have the EGR/head gasket issues the third gen suffered.

[@redpig1120]

What’s the average mpg in town

[@ZombieCraftSlaya]

Love my prius c I just wish I knew about the trim levels because I got a C one and wish I had gotten atleast a C2

[@KVI580]

Dont you get any problem inABS unit ?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

No, I didn't have any problems with this.

[@sharpie132]

Man I test drove this thing geeked to purchase it and almost got hit coming out the dealer lot. It's too slow 🐌

[@TheShornak]

I believe is has a 1.5 liter engine doesn't it?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

Yes sir, you are right indeed 1.5L.

[@СлаваСлавкин-е4е]

В Японии масло в двигателе меняют на этой машине через 5000км

[@anthonyrossignol5155]

1.5l 1nz-fxe. Not a 1.8

[@AbdullahAli-yq7wm]

How much did you buy?

[@Echizen32kMedia]

$12,700.