“Cool Prius” is No Longer a Joke - 2023 Toyota Prius (POV First Drive)

[@parkedjeep96]

Looks WAYYY better than the previous gen. I actually want this for my next car and I never thought I’d say that.

[@m726_]

me too! currently drive a 2019 Mazda 3, definitely picking up a prius if I ever need a new car

[@diecastcarsmodels5496]

@@m726_ prius is a bit pricey ever since this generatoin came out, so many people booked this car already, even in area's the prius isn't in productoin, all the priuses are booked now.

[@Michael-oe6zg]

It’s too small imo If your 6 foot sitting in the back seat you’ll notice little to no head to ceiling ratio . If you go over a bump passengers hit their head on the ceiling . It’s not worth risking someone’s safety given this factor.

[@SkaiiV]

@@m726_ stick with your mazda3! those are awesome especially if you have the hatch!

[@sergeantbigmac]

@@Michael-oe6zg Agreed. No one is talking much about the downgrades to passenger space, which I get because these reviews are written from the drivers driving perspective. A big part of the prius market IE rideshare and taxis just got a downgrade that might be enough to get them shopping elsewhere. There was a surprising amount of passenger room in previous generations. By making it sleeker and better looking theyve opened themselves up to a new market that otherwise would never buy a prius, but the sacrifice is an existing loyal market. I hope the gamble pays off for toyota. I wish Hyundai still made their ioniq hybrid.

[@jeremyk9728]

The new styling team has been killing it lately in my opinion across all their fleet.

[@aidanxohare]

right? camrys look badass now

[@serge4192]

only thing remaining is making the supra look actually good

[@ImperialImplant]

@@serge4192 It looks amazing wdym?

[@serge4192]

@@ImperialImplant fake vents could be removed

[@ImperialImplant]

@@serge4192 Apart from the insignificant fake vents, the overall design of the car is dazzling

[@LermaBean]

I always wanted a hybrid but this is THE perfect Hybrid for me. I totally want one.

[@bros1083]

If you are planning on driving more than yourself on even a less than regular basis get a Camry Hybrid LE, honestly changes how much enjoyable longer drives are

[@alengreen589]

This is my third Prius review today and i must say Miles, your´s was the best 👍

[@MilesPerHr]

That's very kind of you, Alen!

[@DCRACKA]

I bought a new prius in 2015, everyone I knew laughed but to me it was the perfect car for what I needed at that time in my life. This new prius is looking sharp, it wouldnt work in my life right now cuz I have a big family but I gota say Im really impresed with the direction Toyota went with the 2023 model...Well done Toyota!

[@maplefreak64]

Reaction to the new Prius has been largely positive. I hope that it will be produced smoothly and easily available in the neighborhood.

[@msg5359]

I have never seen someone being anticapated over a prius...

[@1IImrxII1]

Anything right now with a battery is taking way longer to produce so this will be hard to get for the first year

[@1IImrxII1]

@Louis where!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

My very first hybrid sedan!! Nice job Miles.

[@officialjeremiahrussell]

Amazing review Miles! I think the new Prius is an amazing bump from the previous generation. What’ll keep me from buying one is not having rear vents. Living in California and having 100 degree weather rear vents are a must. Again, great review!

[@anderstermansen130]

at 100 degrees, water boils!

[@kamalgill3256]

Its fahrenheit not celsius, you know americans right?

[@TheAna32256]

they had vents in the Prius V's but I think they stopped producing them.

[@carolinewayner5766]

Agreed about rear vents!

[@rovingeye5]

Always thought the version ending in 2015 was a better design than current, but the 2023 will definitely be the G.O.A.T. Prius!

[@siamparagon9250]

I am sold on this, absolutely. Styling wize.. Simply a knock out. If the cabin fittings are up to standard.. A sure buy. Imagine this as a pure EV. O m g.

[@mrfishsticks266]

Not gonna buy pure ev. Evs are for babies

[@NexWalkthrough]

EVs are absolutely terrible.

[@UProductions457]

@@mrfishsticks266Nah the only babies I see are car guys when they get gapped by a 4 door electric car.

[@Yanate1991]

@@UProductions457 so? a car can get gapped by an airliner or train too, doesn't make it fun, in fact riding the train is more fun than an EV

[@UProductions457]

@@Yanate1991 Ever ridden in a performance Model S of some kind? They’re fun to be in.

[@AndisweatherCenter]

This Prius is literally 100 times better than the outgoing model. The curves are amazing and the rear tail light is so sexy.

[@brandon7136]

I have a Lexus CT200h as a daily (rebadged Prius) and wouldn't mind replacing it with the new Prius. These cars don't break and are cheap to operate. I actually am more at home in it than my Taycan. Side note, I don't understand the obsession with all these 0-60 tests, especially in a Prius. The intro video proves that other drivers don't care and are not racing you at every light. All around a great car, these will sell really well and I can't wait to test drive one. Oh and you got a new subscriber! I like your style.

[@erikpenabella599]

I think the 0-60 metric is to give people who don't have an opportunity to drive one, an understanding of the power it has when accelerating.

[@TheLongDon]

Not all of us are wimps. I enjoy racing others

[@Boomtowndogs]

I also have a CT200h. First customer car on US shores back in 2011. Agreed that the Prius finally fills the range gap that the CT200 left.

[@d_all_in]

0-60 is important for knowing how easy it is to get onto a highway or to accelerate for a turn against oncoming traffic.

[@Botsy-Collins]

Great review Miles. I especially like your turning radius test. I haven't seen many doing this. I'm very enthusiastic about the 5th gen Prius, except for the steering wheel turning radius. I personally prefer between 370°-380° to each side.

[@eddstarr2185]

Well, the darling of Uber drivers gets a beauty makeover. The old Prius used its "van-like" shape to create usable rear seat room. The new Prius is going for style while keeping as much usable interior space as possible. I see Toyota Mirai in the proportions of this new Prius, too bad the new Crown isn't following Toyota's new design direction, but we're only getting the sedan-ute version. Great Prius 1st Drive, Miles.

[@MilesPerHr]

The Crown design just makes me scratch my head - especially when Toyota can clearly design handsome cars like this one!

[@tinhinnh]

hey i like the Crown 😐

[@jeffreyvai6750]

I feel like everyone forgets that the cvt in the prius isn't a belt driven system... it's a planetary gear set so they can combine the motors and engine

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

Id take this over a full EV. It hits the right spot as a compact car.

[@AdamWanly]

Totally agree

[@cesaruchija1]

from all video ive seen got to say, this is the best preview ive seen. you are really good. very detail and everything people who are looking for this car for buying.

[@alexburnside8628]

I just bought a 2022 prius prime (plug in hybrid) I have actually fallen in love with the look and glad I got it since the new one is 2” lower and I live in Michigan lol it also has more cargo space and head room for everyone in the car. I do wish it had the 40 miles range of the 2023 prime though! Basically wish it had the drivetrain of the 5th Gen in the body of the 4th Gen prime. Overall I’m happy I bought what I just bought though! Should be very reliable for me for years to come. The best generation yet! I’m sure 5th Gen will take the cake but definitely can’t go wrong with the final year of the best generation so far :)

[@spicydragon3881]

I was never anything but annoyed by Prius', usually driving slowly and badly. But this is (I cannot believe I am actually saying this) very attractive from every angle. This has changed mine and I am sure many, many other minds that never would have previously given the Prius a second thought. This is a revolution, not a refresh of the Prius. Good job Toyota.

[@godspeedmax6038]

My ‘05 Prius was totaled yesterday. I’m definitely getting the 2023!

[@KarmicPatina]

I used to sell cars for a living. Guess what car I now drive? A 2008 Prius with 220k and it drives like the day I got it. Best vehicle ever made in my eyes. Drives twice as good as my Tesla Y.

[@z1az285]

Great to hear

[@queentinadoire6931]

I have a 2007 Prius with 138, 000 miles. It drives like a new car and all I have to do is regular oil change and tune ups.

[@avg_ale21]

I've never thought to say this but I want a Prius

[@sledgedragon2677]

This is definitely the ultimate "budget" efficiency vehicle. This would absolutely slap doing deliveries. Although yes, I agree. That signal sounds a little off.

[@michaelcarlsen3078]

Definitely isn't used car is cheaper many times like old prius

[@c00p3r99]

This is not budget, the cheapest version is over 33.000€

[@sledgedragon2677]

@@c00p3r99 That's why I put quotes around "budget"

[@moses6248]

@@sledgedragon2677 those quotes were probably your edit after people mentioned it 😂

[@sledgedragon2677]

@@moses6248 They actually weren't lol

[@bmwbavaria3991]

It was never a joke for the real people who knows the value of that car!

[@royliber3824]

The Prius had very "consertive" type of people that would buy it. With this new gen, I feel like they are opening up for everybody. It's more than just buying an economy car and thats what I like. It has better performance than most ordinary petrol and diesel cars and way better fuel economy currently being sold brand new on the road. Kudos to Toyota for making a family car I would actually buy.

[@buraqrider2076]

i hope everyone in the comment section get her dream car one day .. God Bless You & ur family

[@aidendecoto5244]

Toyota has been doing great with its new vehicle designs. They catch my eye everytime I see a new Toyota driving around

[@dho]

its nice for sure. definitely lasts forever, looks good, over 50mpg on the base model, pretty crazy engineering work. still don't have the place for one in my garage, but maybe in a few years

[@SFzip]

this is the only review that talks about the turning circle 👍

[@jeraldplays9828]

Finally a Prius I would buy!

[@Reifenthaler]

WHOW. This is hands down, at least in terms of design, one of the most attractive new cars of the last few years. BRAVO Toyota that you had the balls to not "water" the design for the serial model. Stunning. Beautiful. I have absolutely no problem with the limited top speed of 177 km/h. We need a speed limit in Germany anyway, ASAP. THANK YOU!!

[@Reifenthaler]

Only thing *I do not need* in my car is genuine leather. I need a vegan option. Otherwise, I won`t buy it.

[@svengibson3592]

Good, pleasurable, yet to the point informative presentation - you have a good voice and vocabulary for these presentations, thanks.

[@kekoa555]

Nice review! Balanced, fair, thorough and real world! You actually drove it and tried different drive modes, GREAT! I think I’ll buy a 2023 Prius!

[@Angelito_Noreaga]

Wow that is a much better looking car than every previous model 😱

[@agentxsmithx826]

Wow your reviews are super detailed! Definitely subscribed!

[@BearCozyCrew]

This thing is sweet looking! Never have I considered buying a prius... till now! :D

[@Scoundr3ll]

Aside from the low hanging ceiling in the back seat, this is an amazing car

[@matthewbaquero]

Wow. MUCH better looking than the old ones

[@greyfox78569]

I want a Prius......................I never thought those words would ever come out of my mouth.

[@informedcitizen8687]

This is a winner! I'd buy one over any EV available today. Highly efficient and no range anxiety!

[@danielmiller6983]

It’s actually beautiful. Only gripe is definitely the steering wheel

[@patwentworth129]

never thought id say I'm impressed with the styling of a prius... but here I am..

[@theslavicimmigrant4795]

Not gonna lie, it looks *amazing* and is more than adequately fast.

[@LuisJacob366]

The iconic prius never was a joke. Never a single repair in my 2005 ! 2008, 2011 and 2016 it’s the best car I have used. And I have had tons of other brands. Now you want my prius. 😮🙄

[@kolleiro]

I drive a Prius gen 3. I like gen 3 for driving and even find the outer design ok. Only thing that bothers me is road noise in the cabine at higher speeds. It's a pitty that Toyota does not really seem to adress this issue in the orherwise great gen 5 Prius. How does it compare to previous generations?

[@djkenny1202]

True. Wish they were not so low to enter/exit as well.

[@herotimemedia6718]

You can fix that by adding insulation in the doors and add door insulation molding when you close the door from Amazon.

[@RennieAsh]

@@herotimemedia6718 where do you add this molding though , between the already two rubber seals?

[@herotimemedia6718]

@@RennieAsh You add it around the door opening itself. There is already a seal between the door and the hinge. So outside of it.

[@ThePartarar]

You driving the 101 in CB is surreal, literally my route to work every day.

[@expertdev]

Hey Miles, excellent review about those Prius as always. I have a question for you... how do you remember all the competitors statistics at the end of the video? 🧠

[@JustaMan1225]

Toyota i was never much of a fan but the line over the past 6/7 years has been an insane progress i want a toyota now whether it’s the new prius or even a lexus such gorgeous cars

[@Evan2]

This car will sell like the 2nd gen did, maybe better. Ultra efficient, looks great, and packs some very decent performance for what it is.

[@OutOfNameIdeas2]

Still low build quality with a serious price tag. The same ignorant people who bought the gen 2 will most likely buy this too. Like you can buy a close to new luxury car for the price of this. Why settle for meh quality for high prices

[@michaelbell75]

@@OutOfNameIdeas2 The average cost of a new car in the US is currently $48k. What new "luxury" cars are you buying for $27k? lol I'll wait...

[@OutOfNameIdeas2]

@@michaelbell75 "close to new" mercedes for example. Even Volvos are way nicer. Even a used BMW for 4k$ will be a better buy. Like why is everyone obsessed with buying new if it only results in you paying more for less... You can find some Really good low milage cars that are like brand new almost.

[@michaelbell75]

@@OutOfNameIdeas2 where are you seeing “close to new” 4 series BMWs for $27k? Cheapest 400i I see around me is $37k with 29k miles….

[@RennieAsh]

@@OutOfNameIdeas2 one of the most reliable cars is low build quality? Right

[@BillKinsman]

It is a beautiful car. I took it for a test drive and it is very quick and rides like a cloud. The steering feels like fly-by-wire, with no actual physical connection from the steering wheel to the actual wheels, but it is very tight. The amazing combination of power and 57 mpg is on point for California. It is so advanced, it is really well done. I didn't buy it because I really don't need a new car right now. I just wanted to check it out. The only thing I didn't like was rear visibility was limited and the back up camera is absolutely necessary, but it works. I loved it. I will get one when I wear out my Corolla

[@Jazzmaster71]

This is a real contender to the Hybrid car marked. nice looking car.

[@TurUwU]

Looks good, drives good enough, nice interior. Toyota is finally trying again. I love it! edit. I just saw the rear. That looks AMAZING

[@StCreed]

For the next review, i'm very interested in seeing how the digital rearview works (also at night and with the C-style). I'm a bit disappointed about the "hud" behind the wheel. I like the hud in my 3rd gen. But I'll have to test it myself and see how it works.

[@ianpolo5673]

Looking sharp and sporty. Super sonic red makes the Prius looks even much more outstanding. Amazing. I want one!

[@0brodrick]

Honestly, it's a massive improvement, although it weirdly reminds me of the dodge dart. The interior feels very cheap like and economy car, but the dash does make up for it. Kinda wish they would do something about the rear windshield though. I've learned as a motorcyclist to avoid prius drivers like a plague as they just cannot see nor, even know you exist behind them. 😅

[@carolinewayner5766]

Reduced rear visibility may increase MPG, but it's horrible for safety. I remember when the Pacer came out -- such great visibility! 😆

[@brendanpump4458]

It looks like a concept car. I love it

[@colechapman6976]

I think it's funny that a car company can spend billions on development, can spend countless hours designing this car, while having dozens of their top designers working on this, but in the end, they mess up on the simplest function a car can have, to have an easy to read visible gauge cluster

[@haslamz]

Its designed to be read above the steering wheel. Like a heads up display.

[@galatemalate1256]

This is a game changer, a worthy car.

[@vincecarlo]

Pruis Looks the part n Fantastic range to boot. Definitely A Choice Above an EV

[@TheSportsPROgram]

Prius has never been a "joke" ..it is the most reliable and practical car.

[@alexl.102]

I would choose this over a model 3 and comparable electric cars

[@UProductions457]

Model 3 is garbage in 2022. Only 270 miles of range for close to $50,000.

[@yaboieddie1841]

Never in my entire life since seeing one of these on the road in like 2010 did i think i would be saying to myself, "thats kinda nice, i think i want one"

[@TreDogOfficial]

Wow they even have coated wheel arches! You can tell the engineers & designers really cared about the end product. And why wouldn't you? Prius literally translates into "before", in Latin. They were here before anybody else with the hybrid. Which I think is still the best blend of environmentalism & economy. I personally love the design of the 2014 because I find hatchbacks more roomy. This new one looks like a sedan, a very sporty sedan. I love it. Do something a little different every year and somebody somewhere will love you.

[@Superman-xr1oh]

Toyota is the only manufacturer out there that hasn't gone all in on electric. They're exploring all viable alternative fuel ideas to give people multiple choices. Only time will tell if they end up making the right decision or not.

[@saewhat916]

Will you be doing a night drive as well?

[@MilesPerHr]

I will when I can get a loan - this was just a First Drive with limit access to the car.

[@waltersutton9643]

Toyota has again got a winner with this gorgeous Prius . What a stunner ! .

[@jonjacob1962]

Wow... It actually looks pretty good... Never thought I'd say that about a Prius... lol

[@ZazzirahLSpain]

It’s nice to look at but I do believe it is overpriced especially with that CVT (which I despise). I mean you can get a whole Kia K5 GT (+10-year warranty) for the price of this Prius. It’s almost up there with the Toyota Crown for some reason which is also a hybrid. The C-HR looked good too, but that CVT made it last only 70k miles (being generous) before it had to get replaced so. In conclusion. The 2023 Prius is a pretty car, but I would not personally buy it, however I would lease it, rent it.

[@El-ng7mb]

Toyota wants more leases so I'm sure they'd be glad you would

[@Jacob32905]

Dad's gonna be flexing hard in this one. Seriously though it's a good looking car.

[@justin5175]

I've been eyeing a Lexus ES300h. I want the luxurious interior and slightly sporty design, but I feel like Toyota's new offerings like the Prius and Crown make my decision a lot harder. Prius and Crown have notably better performance than the ES300h, but don't have the luxury interior and shape I'm looking for...

[@destroyerofsimps6574]

I'm in the same situation and frankly I think it's better to wait. I'm sure Toyota's new hybrid tech will trickle down to the ES300H and it will get the horsepower boost it needs. The sport version looks great but it needs more power.

[@justin5175]

@@destroyerofsimps6574 Agreed, hopefully it happens with the next year. But I have a feeling that if the Camry gets a redesign for 2024 it's going to make things way more difficult than it already is! Toyota has been killing it with their new design language

[@ThePowersil]

I'm in the same boat. Need a nice hybrid with superior interiors, good fuel economy, premium features (glass roof, premium interiors, heated seats etc) and awd too. Love the Lexus look and it has everything except awd and price is too high for lack of heated rear seats and lack of awd. Crown looks promising but feels a bit clunky and too heavy. Not sure how "premium" it will be. Camry would be great but doesn't have awd on hybrid and lack of heated steering wheel and some other minor items. The new Prius has everything but doesn't look very premium, no rear vents and road noise, and price is actually a bit higher than I thought. So am really confused now. Any thoughts/suggestions? Since you are in the same boat... Right now, I'm waiting.

[@ThePowersil]

@@destroyerofsimps6574 I thought the es300h had enough power.

[@ericwhite710]

Love the summary in the header!! Thanks so much, Subbed

[@scottleyva8656]

Way better looking than the monstrosity that was the previous style.

[@NeillWylie]

7 seconds is ace for that kind of car. I also really like the dash. Kind of like a modern take on the 1980s!

[@jasonw98]

0-60 in 7 seconds, and an actual top speed of 55 seen on highways 😂

[@ewaf88]

The dashboard looks like something out of the 1950s vision of the future

[@j.c.s_0592]

Steering wheel still looks a bit old to me…

[@L3N1NVEVO]

Great news fam. I just wanna remind you that 95% of priuses in Poland are second gen. Perhaps in 15 years masses might be able to afford 5th gen prius xD

[@sanphanith16]

First

[@Wade9wilson]

Toyota is truly a blessing I thank God I could get one last year

[@Seawolf159]

This car needs to come to the Netherland already man, I want it!!

[@MasterSergius]

Wow, it even can change color from red to metallic, cool!

[@iliketacos6067]

people don't realize, toyota has been racing their hybrid platform on the world stage for more than 20 years. This hybrid platform runs for 24 hours in the FIA World Endurance Championships screaming past curbs at close to 200mph on the regular. the new 22 Camry has the worlds best hybrid engine due to new technological heat efficiencies that are state of the art.

[@TheSushiandme]

My dream car. I rather have this than a Corvette C8

[@tepidtuna7450]

Hands down one of the best looking, affordable cars ever. Performance is acceptable too.

[@jpattravelchannel5825]

This is such a good looking car. Way better than the old version. I hope they come out with a all electric version of this car eventually to compete against the model 3.

[@forrevenge18]

never though i'd say this but now I want a Prius. LOL

[@royliber3824]

The performance are quite unheard of for the Prius. It's actually pretty freaking good. I think Toyota is slowly but surely getting away from their "boring" image. I drove bunch of previous gens Prius and they weren't that good but this one actually looks like something I would buy.

[@josue7156]

Man I have a 2017 and I like the interior, but this one looks like a Cyberpunk 2077 interior is just amazing

[@hr3brauer]

As hiker and rock hound I'm an off road prius driver of a 2015. I have yet to get the lift kit on mine to raise it 1.5-2", but plan to. While it will never get me into places a a 4x4 truck or suv can go, there is no way would I want to drive a 2" lower prius.

[@cuppysekrettv]

i adore that shock for the engine when you floor it...

[@engineeringdisillusion]

Finally the aesthetic beauty matches the engineering beauty

[@v112kh]

Love Prius but, it about 90k to 100k dollars to my country with tax include. Nowadays using Prius 2g and work well love it.💗

[@MyBloved143]

One thing I don’t like personally is the gauge cluster and the wheel buttons other than that the car is beautiful

[@deadstreet1675]

Front looks amazing. The problem was never the car though, it was the freaks behind the wheel!

[@gearsdan]

ive never wanted a prius more in my life

[@peterweise3836]

A Prius was never a joke!

[@yoAventus]

I'm so excited to get this Prius.

[@Mr.me_98]

Crazy how I called my nearest dealership for a quote. Might be getting one.

[@misterscruffle]

This Prius actually looks cool! But is it hard to see the speedometer because it looks like the steering wheel is blocking the view of the speedometer.

[@inVINCEible64]

Supersonic Red looks a lot better than expected!

[@Justin-hd1cb]

Toyota has not been missing lately

[@gloriousgearhead5367]

Whoever designed it needs an immediate raise 🔥