Here's Why the New Prius is NOTHING Like the Old One - 2024 Toyota Prius Review

The word Prius traditionally would make most people think of a boring, slow, but fuel efficient car. With the latest generation however, Toyota has completely changed that. Follow along this week as we detail everything new about the latest generation Toyota Prius.
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[@chrisalex001]

People treat the road like a race track, so naturally power and 0-60 are priorities for them. In a truly civilized society, those factors should not matter beyond the basics.

[@NovaPrincess]

I agree! I am not interested in these YT vids where they're like 'I usually drive only sports cars and race on the freeway, but did you guys know the Prius is actually a good car?! 😮' It's like yeah we know that Captain Obvious 🥴. I own the '17 Prius. Before this I has that '12 Prius C. I drive a Prius because it's the best value for my money, not because it can race others on the road. I've also never had an issue speeding up or blocking cars from illegally cutting me off (to their surprise and wallet's demise).

[@spremier9626]

That’s interesting. I agree, but they also seem surprised that with it’s sporty design the entry point is lower and the cabin roof is lower I’ve driven a couple of sports cars. I was disappointed that this version was not as roomy as previous Prius, but I’ll gladly trade that for this sexy new silhouette.

[@JoeBuck-uc3bl]

OMG, you don’t want 19” wheels on that car, you WANT 17” wheels for better cushioning against potholes and what not. I can’t stand when any vehicle’s best trims increase the wheel size, but it’s even worse for a Prius.

[@WindsurferHD]

I have a 2008 Prius with 204,000 miles on it. I paid $7500 for it in 2015. I can’t see paying the huge mark ups on this. I was given a price of $48,000 out the door about 7 months ago. What an insult.

[@NovaPrincess]

Seesh that's insane!! I have a '17 Prius, and although the body on the new Prius Prime is gorgeous, it's much smaller and the fuel economy doesn't inspire current Prius owners to upgrade given all of these dealership markups. I honestly appreciate my '17 more, as if it were brand new 😅

[@WindsurferHD]

@@NovaPrincess I just wanted to update you. I bought my new 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE on January 25, 2024. So far there have been zero problems. I can’t say enough about it. I get an average of 55-57 MPG city driving. Sometimes I get as high as 63 MPG depending on the grade etc. I paid $25,000 total cash out the door and then got $1398 for my trade making the deal $23,602. I went through ten dealerships haggling and five months but finally got the price I wanted. It came with a free lifetime power train warranty at Toyota of Denton. My sales manager was awesome. His name is Alex.

[@WindsurferHD]

@@NovaPrincess I definitely think the Corolla is best because of the cost. I looked at the current sell value or ask online for a used 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE like mine and the ask is between $25,000-$26,900. Where as the new Prius is way more expensive and marked up. I think for most the Corolla is more user friendly too especially on the pocket book.

[@WindsurferHD]

@@NovaPrincess My favorite feature is the gas mileage. My old Prius barely managed 35MPG-40MPG. The Corolla gets 55-57. I am noticing though as the Texas weather is warming up the needed AC lowers the MPG to 53-55. When it’s 100 degrees I hope it’s still at least 51-53. If you buy a new car remember to change the oil at 500 miles then 1000 miles then every 5,000 miles. This advice came from a Toyota Master Mechanic with over 30 years experience. Engine break in with those two oil changes add life to all engines. Manufacturers won’t tell the public that.

[@ericsibley5376]

I got mine for 41 grand out the door. I feel it was a bargain

[@blu_is500]

I think the volume knob was purposely placed to the far right for the passenger. The driver has the controls on the wheel. Nice review, thanks for posting!

[@maxhale4658]

The base LE trim has the volume knob on the left. I find it's a lot easier to quickly change the volume with the knob versus the steering controls so I appreciate the placement.

[@paulcwyuen]

I think it is for the RHD version since it is made in Japan?

[@jackmcandle6955]

The passenger is not authorized to touch the controls 😂

[@1911Earthling]

THE CONTROLS R FOR ME THE OWNER.

[@1911Earthling]

@@jackmcandle6955freaking right I break their fingers. I get pissed.

[@silvertube52]

Thanks for the bike test! So many reviewers don't show the utility of the Prius. The new one is smaller inside so showing that you can still get a bike in it is really helpful. I sleep in the back of my 2010 Prius at Burning Man and hope to be able to fit in all I need when I get a 2024 Prius.

[@mi1stormilst]

I tried really hard to get one in AZ and it was just a pain to deal with Toyota dealers. I spent months trying to find one and then trying to find one at a fair price. I just recently decided to get a Honda CRV Hybrid and cut a deal in 5 emails for $2500.00 off MSRP and no adds.

[@johnswanson217]

Prius has the best hybrid system, period.

[@williamkinney427]

My 2020 Prius L ECO now has 372,000 miles. I bought it new. Lifetime average fuel economy is 80.22 MPG. Fantastic car, ZERO issues so far. Original battery, still perfectly strong. Am wanting to buy a new 2024 base model, but only AWD is delivered to the states of WA and OR......so I must travel to Boise or Northern CA to get one. And I am NOT happy that the smallest wheel/tire size is 17 inch......way too big for my taste. Fuel economy is all I care about.....

[@Sal-oj2ox]

The bike test is the ultimate test. Every reviewer should do it.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad you enjoy!

[@user-ye2lk3qe8w]

Order without sunroof. More headroom front and rear. You can easily see the instruments if you adjust seat and steering column carefully. I have had one for 6 months and am 5ft 10.

[@coryfogle5353]

For 2024 only the base model is available without the Sunroof. (Being 6'2", but had NO issues with my beloved 2011)

[@DIYtryer]

What happened to it after 6 months? Replace it with something better?

[@edctrader9061]

I’m a class A commercial truck driver ( Tractor Trailer) . Everybody hates truck drivers! Truck drivers hate Prius Drivers…lol. This new Prius has converted me. I’ve been a 4cylinder turbo car driver for 15 years. I’ve owned two Saabs, a Subaru WRX, and now a Volkswagen Golf GTI. I just recently started car shopping via the internet and this thing caught my eye. I couldn’t believe this was a Prius! I swore I’d never buy a Prius. Now I’m actually excited to get mine. Hopefully by the end of April. I’m not expecting similar performance to the turbos I’ve owned. I am however thinking it’s not a huge drop off. Then you consider its fuel efficiency, and I’m just like wow. I mean seriously? This car is just as quick as a Honda Civic SI, and gets double the fuel economy, and is available in AWD! I saw them in person for the first time this past Monday. It really is a cool looking compact. So yeah, another hater won over by Toyota. In my opinion, they hit a home run on this generation. I’m not racing, tracking, or modifying this thing. But I’ll be able to get around campers on my twisty Mountain Roads when it’s safe to do so! Great video, and great review! Thanks!

[@amerlin388]

Prius was never "dog slow". Especially accelerating from a stop. BTW, my 2019 Prius XLE gets 56.6 mpg overall, 58.6 in the (mild) winter. I got the car in January 2020. Given being retired, the CVD lockdown, a full tank of gas from dealer, and discounted Kroger gasoline, the $142 vehicle registration ($100 surcharge just for hybrids) cost me more than gasoline the first year. Completely eliminated the benefits of the hybrid that year (cheaper non-hybrid Corolla would have cost the same to operate with cheaper up front cost). Skrew you, Ohio Governor DeWine.

[@michaelbassett5105]

They are slow 30mph and above. Electric is instant power so you do get a little jump off the line but that fades quickly.

[@fsmphoto1969]

2022 Toyota Prius owner here - I can fit an entire 26" wheel size bike inside my car. I just have to push the passenger seat up a few inches. No need to take off a wheel. Here is a tip. I noticed that you put the bike with the drive side (chain and derailleur) down inside the car. You should have flipped the bike over so that faced up. 1.) putting those down increases the risk of damaging your bike's gears 2) You also risk damage to the car's interior by getting grease/oil on the car's interior from the drive side of the bike.

[@grahamstefaan]

I saw that too. I put front wheel in 1st and cant it upwards. No wheel off in a 2019 prius.

[@cabaneencac5168]

Diameter of the wheels of a bicycle is not the most important to determine if it's fit in the trunk. Size of the frame matter : 58cm & more ( L , XL ...XXL ), there the difficulty begins. But anyway keep your gen '16-'22 .The new one at a poorly designed opening in relation to the total width of the rear.

[@fsmphoto1969]

@@cabaneencac5168 -update.. I can also fit my entire 25" sized Trek 520 touring bike (large frame - 63.5 cm) with 700c tires into the back of my 2022 Prius LE.

[@Andrewherrns]

Good review. I like the bike loading test. We've been driving our new Prius Prime XSE for about 3 weeks now and I've got to say that for both my wife and I the placement of the instrument cluster (MID) is absolutely no problem. I am 6 feet tall and she is 5 foot 4". I also disagree about the difficulty getting in and out of the car. Neither of us find it to be problematic. I guess that these things come down to one's specific body measurements. Bottom line is that people need to test drive this car for themselves. For me as a new Prius driver I totally love this car

[@EatSleepDrive]

Happy to hear you're enjoying the car!

[@dft1]

i mountain bike and always had small hatchbacks. ive had a honda fit for 14 years now. i even have a long slack bike, the trick i use is to push the passenger seat all the way up, then i take off front wheel and roll bike in backwards so rear tire hits seat. i want to get this car or the corolla hatchbatch, hopefully my bike will fit in ok, i'll take blanket and bike to test before i buy!!

[@cabaneencac5168]

@@dft1Toyota's tnga platforms have improved road handling but reduced cargo on all models involved and the trunk of the Corolla HB is ridiculous...they want to sell their awful Cross , you will be better served with an old Matrix cause they will never send the Corolla estate-wagon to NA , it's a shame

[@dnadnadna743]

rough ride tho- too stiff

[@dft1]

@@cabaneencac5168 lets see if it fits. doesnt take much space since i push passenger seat forward. i need opening a decent size though as handlebars are wide. works great in a Fit

[@TheHello29]

I’ve always hated how the prius looked but this one… sexy

[@jamesrice6096]

First time I saw the back end of a red one, I thought it was a supercar. Then I read "Prius". I talked to the driver to give her a complement. Nice. Sporty!

[@holliecarter5976]

Great review, thanks! It's like you read my mind. I am 5' 1", and with the driver's seat all the way up, my head was an inch from the ceiling. I just kept looking under the steering wheel to see the instrument cluster. I finally settled on the Corolla Cross Hybrid, which has gotten fantastic gas mileage, and has the same hybrid system as the new Prius. I will go back to a Prius (I've owned 2 over the last 18 years), once they correct that instrument cluster. I love the Corolla Cross Hybrid, but miss the aerodynamics of the Prius.

[@downhillskier7]

Put the steering wheel in the lowest position and look over the steering wheel. I agree about the back seat passenger’s head rubbing the headliner for anyone over 5’10”.

[@bigbufobufo]

I love the styling. Finally a Prius that isn’t ugly. My only wish is that the back seat had more head room.

[@carolfisch9750]

I just sold my 20 year old 2004 Prius with over 185,000 miles. Great car. Great mileage. Not cute or fancy but it got me far. It was still working great when I sold it. Only gave it up since it was my only car, didn’t want to push my luck and wanted safety features in a newer version. I now have a 2020 Prius xle awd-e. I miss the larger trunk, 2 glove compartments, large cup holders and spare tire of the 2004. Ha. But clearly the safety features in newer car much needed. May take me years to learn all the newer features. Ha.

[@ytr8989]

The best safety feature is YOU, the driver.

[@spremier9626]

I had a 2010 and a 2014. I miss the dual glove compartments in that 2010 too.

[@jorgeclaverie6752]

I agree with you completely about the low ceilings. I used to have a Hyundai Tucson, so you can imagine how many bumps I've had on my head since I began driving a Prius.

[@savjottoor7910]

What a review!!! Subscribed!

[@ytpremium7649]

The 90’s had the best curvy designs so this has a retro look for me

[@kenttarovasti4896]

Prime XSE coming next month. Went to Toyota dealer see other models, never ever thought I would get Prius. Salesperson really pushed me to test Prius.. "Ok I can do test drive, but I won't buy it"... After test driving we went to order it 🤣

[@Zulonix]

I have a 2011 Mazda 3 GT. I discovered after I bought it that it drove really sporty. Several years ago I drove friend’s Prius and felt it drove like a tank. I hated it. But after seeing a few videos about the new Prius, I would consider buying one.

[@mikeposs4812]

Never thought a new prius would make the interior of my 2018 prius prime look huge it passed the no disassembly bike test

[@TonyHendren]

Thank you for the informative unbiased review. I am debating between the Corolla Hybrid and the Prius so this helps.

[@skatemonk]

Still loving my '16 Prius, and it has an actual working moon roof! Lots of room for my bike (I always take the front wheel off anyway) and good headroom inside. Might test-drive a '24 just out of curiosity. Thanks!

[@zavman109]

I have one on order and never previously considered one. I was able to test drive one and was impressed. Getting this to save having to replace my truck which has gotten to be an unaffordable prospect. I like the bike test too ;)

[@michaelbassett5105]

I saved so much on gas when I went from my 16 mpg truck to a 21 prius averaging 56 mpg it pays for itself in the gas savings. Only problem with the Prius is that even 20 over the speed limit they still tailgate the hell out of ya. It didn’t matter in the truck the only thing I could see in the rear view mirror was 18 wheelers and other trucks.

[@NovaPrincess]

@@michaelbassett5105This is karma for all the years YOU were tailgating us Prius drivers in your truck. 😂

[@michaelbassett5105]

@@NovaPrincess umm if you read the post correctly I don’t tailgate anyone and never have. It’s a crime and also very unsafe. When I was driving my truck I didn’t even pay attention to people tailgating because they were unseen over my tailgate. In the Prius I drive now it’s very menacing. I’m gonna remove my rear view wiper and turn around the wiper fluid dispenser and fill wiper fluid bottle with skunk piss and give em a blast when they get too close. You will probably see me on one of those dash cam shorts with that annoying dude spectating the situation.

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

Thanks for this, especially for loading the bike, which I wondered about. Because of how they looked, I NEVER would have considered one of these until this model. It simply looks fantastic and futuristic now . . . wow! FYI, I did indeed bang my head getting out of the pre-sold one the dealer let me sit in. Also, the only way to test drive this here in San Diego County is to pre-order one, and drive it when it arrives. And I do not believe you can get one here for sticker price either. They're marked up from $3,000 to $5,000 by the dealers, which I wouldn't pay in a million years. It's long past time for Toyota to find another way to sell their vehicles.

[@J.Young808]

It’s a bit of a drive but I would suggest looking at Wilsonville (Oregon) Toyota and drive it back to San Diego County

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

@@J.Young808 I finally got a chance to test drive one, and it was fantastic in my opinion . . . a lot like a sports car actually. However, given the large number of gigantic SUVs and pickup trucks with jackasses behind the wheel here, I've decided it's not for me. I'm going with a Honda Ridgeline.

[@dinobellini521]

I own the 2024 XLE, great car. Seems like all the reviews I watch complain about the gage cluster and how the viewing of it is compromised , way overblown I’m 5 foot 9 and I have no problem at all getting a full unobstructed view once you get your positioning properly adjusted. It ain’t rocket science.

[@ytr8989]

The gauge cluster is fine. But they knocked down a couple inches of headroom, so I have to roll the seat back as far as possible. Not sure how this would affect driving. Because, the dealership wants to sell me a car, but won’t allow me to test drive it. 😂

[@busterdouglasiii3838]

I adjusted the steering wheel with my 2024 XLE Prius

[@sy73326]

I have a 2023 midrange. I have to have the seat all the way down and I have no problem getting in and out. I have no issues with visualizing the dash. And my volume control is on the driver side. The problems are it is lower than what I like to see out of but once you get used to it it isn’t a problem. The one thing is people passing you on the right or the left really blind you with their headlights. Of course I imagine it’s the same with a Lamborghini. I turn my mirrors way down and that helps and I can still tell when someone is there. During warm weather my wife drives 30 miles round trip in all speed ranges and gets around 61 mpg. Cold weather affects it the most costing 10-12 mpg. For $35k I’d say it’s a good buy

[@50foad]

We just bought a '24 XLE and think your thoughts are dead on. The styling and dramatically more horsepower coupled with quality fit and finish make the new Prius our first choice, by far. Compared with our just sold '15 Prius the difference is like night and day. I think the Tesla styling is what did it.

[@mrxman581]

In my 2004 Prius the steering wheel sits relatively low and is not adjustable.The gauge cluster on that model is towards the bottom of the window so it works like a HUD. The guage cluster on the new one does the same thing. You position the wheel lower to see the cluster over the top of the wheel. Just lower the steering wheel. The audio button is there for the passenger. The driver has the steering wheel control. I'm 5'-11" and have no problem with seeing all the gauge cluster or with the rear seat headroom. The consensus is that it's fine for people 6'-2" and shorter. You seem to be taller. Maybe 6'-3"?

[@ytr8989]

My steering in my 2002 is adjustable and I fit comfortably inside without hitting the roof.

[@timothyeide6357]

If you put the front wheel of the bike in first, no bike disassembly is required.

[@devoidbmx1]

My 2010 Prius fits full sized bikes WITH front tires still attached. Actually a feature I use very frequently. And it saves me the cost and aerodynamic drag of buying a roof or tailgate bike rack. Maybe this generation is a bit smaller due to them chasing efficiency so have to remove the front wheel.

[@javisola989]

The volume button is there purposely to allow you to see the missing information on the gauge cluster when you lean a bit forward and to the right. 😉

[@InsipidRoustabout]

4:34 Volume dial is on the right so that the passenger can more easily reach it. The driver can use the volume control buttons on the steering wheel.

[@LarryHopper]

Try climbing in by sitting first with your feet on the ground outside and then swinging around and bringing your feet into the car. I find it much easier and it is supposedly places less stress onto one's spine. Thanks for a good review and keep up the good work.

[@johnwirth4146]

Any doctor will tell you that's the best way to get in and out of a car. I'm 6' 2'' and I just swing in and out so far with no probkems.

[@MilesCobbett]

I do that and bang my shoes together to knock off snow, ice or gravel/ dirt and then swing my clearer shoes into the car.

[@stevehofer3482]

I think if you can get the Prius at list price, it is a good value, but dealers are still jacking up the price, and with the inflated price on the Prius, the Tesla Model 3 starts looking better.

[@rickyrichy5496]

Honestly!! The best thing about this videos is the “bike test” no kidding! if the car won’t fit my bike I will not even look at it twice

[@bikesbees9392]

I put 2 racing bikes in our COROLLA in ether trunk or back seat! I’m no lazy to remove the wheels,,,,,

[@cabaneencac5168]

To make it more sexy they gave it hips which now reduce the width of the tailgate opening. For cargo it is now poorly designed . You are at the wrong car. Poorly designed too for front visibility at 10 & 2 : 'A' pillar are almost horizontal .

[@MilesCobbett]

I had a 68 VW bug and put my 56 cm road race bicycle and three of us drove to the Nevada City bike race. Bike frame went behind the back seat and wheels in the fronk.

[@Andrea-sf4bs]

Then maybe you should but a truck

[@rickyrichy5496]

@@Andrea-sf4bs I thought about that. I just got a maverick ford 2022… 3 days ago

[@stevenbass314]

I wrote to Toyota and told him when I first saw the car on KZbin that there was a major problem with the placement of the odometer. I have the 216 Prius and it’s very easy to see the odometer off to the right. Plus they have heads up display.I am glad that you re-confirmed my observation and I wonder why they would spend millions and millions of dollars to reconfigure this and not realize it. I’ve had three previous Prius and I was planning on buying this. But, with the issue around the odometer, I will probably not bye it And I was so looking forward to upgrading my 2016. So so sad😢

[@alexh4843]

I have the 2023 Prius. I just don't understand the problem people have with seeing the display. Neither myself of my wife have the problem. You do have to take in consideration for height. I am 5'8" my wife is 5'6". I love the car. We came from a 2010 Prius

[@vampiresquid]

You wrote to Toyota based on what you saw on KZbin? Wow.

[@reanult457]

Have you test drive a new one yet?

[@marcprobin1659]

You can adjust the seat height. I am 6' and I can see the cluster no problem. As for the volume button on the right, it's for the passenger more then the driver since yo have a volume control on the steering wheel. The 8" display has the knob on the left side.

[@David_Journey]

Is the steering wheel depth adjustable? I see all reviewers only adjust tilt

[@ttanmana]

@@David_Journey Yes, the steering wheel depth is adjustable (~4"-5" push/pull). I really don't get the dissing review of the new Prius cluster position in many review channels other than their own old preference or resistance to this new change. To optimize viewability of HUD/gauge cluster, you can lower steering wheel all the way down and push it all the way in (as object closer to your face will appear larger in size, so do the opposite). For people who have short height, you could also raise/tilt up the driver seat for clearer view of the road and cluster (assume if you are 6'2" or lower that extra headroom is available). I really dig the new design/position of this new cluster a lot more than centered cluster of the old Prius which for me makes no sense.

[@mikeburton8426]

Well done! There are a lot of reviewers on the Tube but the bike test is, for me, really important and cool and so yeah.. I pushed that subscribe button!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks for the kind words and sticking around!

[@Andrea-sf4bs]

Many cars cant fit a bike!

[@wibuwe]

Good points on ingress and egress for Taller people. BTW where are you driving around? It looks like a beautiful town

[@cardinalnest6272]

This must be a pre-production version. I have the XLE trim and the volume knob is on the left. The gauge cluster is visible once you adjust the height of the seat. It's is very quick. The Ride is very smooth and comfortable. I drive 4 hours every day, with no problem. Noise is because of the typical CVT but once you reach a certain speed, you wouldn't hear it. If you need to haul a bike, then get a roof rack or an SUV!

[@TheLithGH]

That blocked instrument cluster by the steering wheel is ridiculous! Thanks for the video!

[@busterdouglasiii3838]

Lowered the steering wheel on my 2024 Prius XLE. Problem resolved.

[@ilovetotri23]

I ordered an LE. I can change the wheels later. I need cloth seats and a good sound system.

[@debbierobertson2934]

mine cost $44k. anyone find one for $30? my dealer tagged on a $3500 charge for securing a car in this market of high demand (there were no 2023 on any lots in oklahoma or texas so no test driving possible) and another $1000 delivery charge. it is a sweet ride. very sporty but not intuitive.

[@chela3675]

I bought mine in NM for $39 thousand plus.

[@chewie94116]

Great review. I would go for the option of solar panels which has been estimated to get 3-4 miles per day (not much, but that is 1000 FREE miles per year). This adds up if you do not drive much or do no drive every day. The solar panel will generate electricity when I'm sitting in traffic (at least I get something when stuck in a commute).

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

I could never understood why all EVs aren’t required to have solar charging. You can’t charge from an outlet in the city.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

​@@user-tb7rn1il3qa wall putlet is too slow solar is sig ificantly slower its pointless imo

[@mrhap1129]

is there a visability issue from left to right(A pillars)with the rake of the windshied?

[@jimihendrix731]

The previous generation of Prius has more cargo space and can easily fit any bike without removing the front wheel.

[@agpawpaw5912]

Can you mount bike rack? 2010-15 it’s yes, but for 2016 and up top of trunk door is glass

[@BlackElf94]

I once moved 1500 miles with all my possessions in the back of my 2008 Prius, including a large computer, desk chair, two suitcases of clothing, and a bunch of other stuff. I once slept in the back of my 2008. I feel like in trying to appeal to Prius Haters, they sacrificed a lot of things that Prius fans have loved, like cargo space, visibility, and practicality. I hope the 2024 or 2025 models fix some of the issues with this generation, like the gage cluster, otherwise my next car will probably be a 2022 Prius Prime

[@benjaminjohnson2848]

I just had to replace my 08. Got an 09. I have absolutely need for my Prius to be "bananas." It was never "ridiculously slow" and I care a lot about effortless entry and cargo space.

[@rickhachey8969]

I'VE HAD 5 OF THEM THEY re great looks like the best ine yet ❤❤❤❤

[@mrxman581]

BTW, if that model had the 360 camera, it means it also had the digital rear view mirror for better visibility out the back.

[@TimZ007]

The should have a 2.5 245hp option for a GR prius. I bet it would still get 50mpg. I have a Sienna Hybrid and if I pulse and glide a bit I can get 40mpg even with highway driving. That thing weights 4700lbs. AWD.

[@JimConzelman]

Would help if you say how tall you are & how much you tried to accommodate the view of the cluster by adjusting seat height

[@v2k530]

I'm a big fan of the prius now after the remodel, the higher horsepower, angelic like design, the placement of the speedometer and interior gadgets, as well with the great mpg and awd. If I was gonna buy a brand new vehicle I'd seriously be considering getting this in the le trim with the awd.

[@ytr8989]

Sounds like they got themselves a buyer. Now you have to find a dealership that’s actually interested in selling you a 2024 Prius. 😂

[@johnwirth4146]

I have been a Prius owner since 2004 when we bought our 2004 model. Then again in 2010, 2016 and now 2023. All silver cars. The 2016 car was great never a problem and a constant 62-64 MPG. With only 40K on the clock it was time to change. I ordered a silver XLE in late April and took delivery on the XLE in mid-June. I'm 6-2 and yes getting in is tricky but I'm used to it now. Getting it all programmed was tricky as well. Once Getting only ONE FOB for the car was a shocker and made me feel uncomfortable. They said I "should" get a key before Christmas. When I got it home, I noticed what I thought was a strange LOUD noise from the front end. I stopped by our son's house to show the car and asked about the noise. Yes, it was LOUD and coming from the front of the car. My son KZbind the problem and found it is supposed to be there. NO ONE tells you about this "feature". Needless to say, I fixed the "problem". The back storage is much less than my 2016 and getting in and out is way below what my 2016 was. I've got a little over 2k on the clock and the MPG has gone up to 53-55 MPG so it is getting broken in. The car is much quieter than the 2016 and more features than the others. Today I found a locksmith that was able to get me a programed FOB as a spare for $425. Think of it, you lose or damage your FOB, you are stock with a car that you cannot drive. My XLE model has the smaller screen with the volume knob on the left where it should be. I'm getting used to the CarPlay and you have to have a cell phone to male everything work. But the GPD will always be up to date. All in all, I give this model an "okay". [e-mail]

[@williamzhang963]

What was the loud noise feature and how did you fix it?

[@johnwirth4146]

I went online and saw how to fix it. I took the speaker out that is in the front left side under a shroud that comes off. I went to Amazon and ordered the 3-pound molding clay. I wrapped the speaker in Saran Wrap and then applied about 1/2 inch of the clay around the speaker and then wrapped the entire speaker with heavy duty black duct tape. It makes a huge difference.

[@williamzhang963]

@@johnwirth4146 So the problem was that they didn't mount the speaker properly and it was loose?? That is terrible process engineering!

[@johnwirth4146]

No the speaker was not loose. The speaker is the PROBLEM and to lessen the noise you need to do as I posted. You cannot just remove the problem speaker as an error will pop up on the screen. The noise is VERY loud when backing up and half the noise when going forward until you hit 19 MPH. They "claim" all EV's and HEVs have this but I have not heard the noise on any Teslas. So go figure.....

[@williamzhang963]

@@johnwirth4146 It's supposed to have "JBL Premium speakers." I guess JBL is passing off cheaply made speakers as premium?

[@TGCid01]

Thanks for the bike test 🚲 👍

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@coryfogle5353]

I am 6'2". I drove a xle with Power Seats on the driverscside and mechanical on the passengers. While I found the Drivers side a little tight and simply could not ...easily.... get in and out of the passenger side and there was not enough head room once in. Unlike the reviewer, once I got the seat adjusted, I was both comfortable and couldvsee the display in full. (BTW: Until turning it over to one of our kids in December, we had a 2011 Prius we put 232,000 miles on with ZERO issues. GREAT CAR!)

[@andysprague]

It looks pretty good. I would have never considered a previous model, but this one is not a hard no.

[@kuladeeluxe]

Love my LTD...other than the view out. Hard to see your blind spots and taking right turns (Windshield post). I think they nailed the comfort in this car for the money. Stereo is good, electronics good, build quality seems there. I now quite like the video mirror. I can see the gauge cluster fine at 5 10". If they come up with a slightly more taught set of struts, more negative camber, and sticky tires, this would be a canyon carver.,

[@mohawkin]

As a cyclist I greatly appreciate the bike fit test!!! Hope you do that in all your reviews…

[@nathanbyd570]

I have switched from sedan to SUV (Mazda), but that Prius is WOW beautiful. Maybe someday if I get a 2nd vehicle, this would be my first choice, especially for my 34 mile commute.

[@N108funshow]

4:45 in Japan. It’s a right hand drive car that’s why the volume knob is on the right.

[@dadical3534]

I just finished my 35th move, which was roughly 43 miles 1 way, and used my '23 Prius for everything except the larger furniture that wouldn't break down enough to fit. If I had a roof rack, I would've used that (keeping the weight limits in mind, however) because I hate being that friend that asks to use another friend's truck. Using one of my best traits, spatial reasoning, I stuffed this car, and took several trips. The mpg alone saved me $$ as opposed to renting a truck, but I still missed my old '94 Toyota pickup. With that said, had I known that I was going to need to move, I wouldn't have bought this car. It's not very comfortable for trips longer than an hour. The infotainment system messes up a lot. Weird things happen, like I use the seat heaters all the time (upstate NY), and their setting stayed ON until next time I started the car. This was great! Well, now sometimes they're OFF when I start the car.. like yesterday, it was OFF every stinkin time SMH. Same thing happened with the air recirc... I always have it set to recirc the air in the cabin, mainly because I hate smelling the exhaust of the vehicles in front of me.. it worsens my headaches. Lately it's switched itself to pull in fresh air, but not every time. It's friggin frustrating. Idk man, I love working on cars, and still have my mr2 turbo that I bought in 2000... but now I'm a single dad and I don't have time. I just need s##t to work hahaa!

[@ronjohnson4566]

maybe the knob on the monitor/screen is on the right but in japan where they drive on the opposite side of the road it is still on the right side. sort of a leftover if you will

[@ingridschneider7278]

I had a 2010 Prius before and I was able to load 2 bikes w/o removing any parts of the bike.

[@rhumball]

i still have my 2010 prius, 295k km, still running, still original battery.

[@PhearaXT]

Does the sound horn tone just change on the Prius 2024 or stay the same?

[@ericsibley5376]

I bought one in January. Love it

[@carbondragon]

I'm loving mine so far. On the downside, less storage than the 2012, and touch unlock only works on the driver side now (though it now has an app and still has the key fob ... which incidentally you get 1 not 2 initially and supposedly you get sent a 2nd... we'll see). That's annoying, but it drives great and I'm really getting used to the superb iPhone integration and safety features (like blind spot warning). And I averaged 52mpg on my first tank. I have to squeeze in (as you do) but I guess I'm the right height because I can drive comfortably and see the instrument cluster.

[@ttanmana5905]

Touch to unlock actually works on both driver and passenger side. You can change the settings on touch to unlock in the setting menu of Toyota infotainment suite system (on 12inches touchscreen, not in the driver’s HUD/Info screen) to unlock doors on both sides when you double tap the door handle. I really don’t understand why they did the default setup to unlock only driver side…😑 out of the factory.

[@carbondragon]

@@ttanmana5905 Apparently not in the LE. There is no touch sensor on the passenger door or the hatch. You CAN unlock it with the app, or you can press unlock on the fob twice quickly.

[@edmondov]

Price is the biggest issue

[@Smaug1]

14:00 re. why can't they have a back seat people can actually sit in? Because the traction batteries are under the back seat and the sloping roofline that yields that great look and fuel economy precludes taller back seat passengers than 5'10.

[@ytr8989]

It is definitely more like a sports car than a people mover. It’ll be interesting to see which new car brand Uber drivers and taxi drivers will pick.

[@michaelsheedy]

Almost all hybrids are hard to find at sticker. Dealers know hybrid demand exceeds production, and mark them up if dealer ordered. Up to customer to find a dealer that will sell a retail order for sticker, and get it in writing.

[@dblissmn]

Point on build quality is well taken. The current Corolla feels a bit insubstantial and although well protected from engine noise and equipped with pretty good ride quality suffers really seriously from road noise to the point that it's only really restful to drive on well laid asphalt in good shape. Any kind of concrete in the Corolla gets to your hearing.

[@markhollis5850]

My 2005 Prius will hold a bike (or two!) in the back without any disassembly required.

[@RED5standing-by]

I still wish that they made a roof rack system for this car. I cannot find one from any manufacturer as of today.

[@wackit6756]

Beautiful looking Hybrid. What bothers me is the 'Block' that you mount a front license plate to, as I never put on front plates and would have to stare at that monstrosity. And the radio knob out of reach. And not being able to get a bike in the back without taking the wheel off. I have a question. Did they program in artificial shifts for the CVT? As always, a good review.✌️

[@mrxman581]

Then get the Rav4 hybrid. The Prius no longer has to be both the practical and econobox for all as it was in the beginning.

[@samthecar]

No artificial cvt shifts, as it should be

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

The radio knob on the right is meant for the passenger. The driver has radio controls on the steering wheel. (Agree about that hideous license plate mounting "block?" on the front though.)

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

@phillipbanes5484 hey Phil... some states only issue one plate for the rear, no front plate. Agree though... looks like a solid spot to mount one. 👍🏽

[@robertshunter]

​@@phillipbanes5484 Single-plate States don't sell a second plate as an option.

[@dennisgu8945]

best new prius review video!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad you liked it!!!

[@honestreviewscanada]

Great review. I absolutely hate the exact same idiotic interior decisions that you pointed out. Too bad for Toyota because I am loyal to the brand but now would never consider a 2024 Prius.

[@beratcimen1954]

Nice car and all that but really where do you live? I fell in love with the place

[@TheHuester44]

Thanks for the bike test . With the new improvements I’d consider the Prius as a possible new vehicle.

[@js._.equestrian08]

How big are the wheels on that bike? I'm looking for a car that will be able to carry my mountain bike. Thanks!!

[@deborahcaplan3565]

Can you put a hitch and pull more than just a bike rack?

[@MilesCobbett]

I just got a second gen and love it ❤

[@marcprobin1659]

Also, for tall people, I would advise not getting the sunroof cause it will leave you with less headroom.

[@EPeltzer]

We are long time Prius owners and are well aware of the great advantages of the older cars as well as their significant disadvantages! Certainly on the surface the new Prius is absolutely gorgeous and in my opinion one of the very best looking cars on the road, period. However one of the most amazing things about the Prius has always been packaging. Even on our 2008 Gen 2, the back hatch area is cavernous, the back seat is spacious. The outward visibility is fantastic and it's just super easy to drive like a little go-kart. Now I perfectly agree with people who think that that old car is slow and homely. True. All is not wine and roses with the new one however, they made a lot of compromises to get that sleek look. The trunk getting smaller the rear seat certainly smaller, the front seat as you say with the low headroom and the doorway. Personally I would rather have 60 or 70 miles per gallon instead of 200 hp. But the worst thing is the company Toyota. They are not building remotely enough of these cars, they're very hard to find on the lot for test drive, Toyota has become an order-and-wait company pretty much. And the dealer markups and real world end prices are out of hand. The attitude of Toyota the company and the dealers is that they are a super premium brand and that people will basically jump through any hoops they need to in order to get a Toyota. I mean hello it's Toyota not Ferrari. Also the hybrid thing was great technology 20 years ago. Get up over 100,000 miles like we have on our Prius and you start to see all the complexity and all the things that can go wrong with these systems. We have found that they are not as reliable as their reputation. We ended up getting a VW ID.4. Second choice was Tesla. I mean it's 2024 and they still don't have an all-electric Prius. I just don't understand it.

[@utuberick1]

I think you hit the nail on the head. Toyota seems to be getting a bit arrogant these days. They are trying to create scarcity for the new Prius to somehow increase demand, but it seems to be a self defeating strategy. After more than a year since the initial release, I have seen only 2 of these cars on the road. Over the same time, I’ve seen hundreds of Teslas and many are brand new too. Now I think I know why. Compare the price of a Tesla Model 3 with the new Prius Prime (dealer markup included) and they are about the same. The huge dealer markup, lack of availability and a competitive alternative in the Model 3 seem to be stunting Prius sales significantly. The scarcity strategy seems to be backfiring.

[@johncipolletti5611]

Hey, I am still a bit of a hater. My 2021 Toyota Prius Prime and Hybrid are wonderful! Sure, the new one is nice but.... With my old ones, I beat people off of the red traffic light EVERY time! See, I know how to drive them. The new one is faster but do you know how to drive it? The new Prius is lower, making it hard to get in and out of (front and back). It doesn't have a heads-up display anymore. The steering wheel gets in the way of the speedometer display. Also, trying to buy any Prius in many states is like trying to buy a unicorn with a golden horn!

[@mr88cet]

My main complaint is that they put the 19” wheels on the top trim, which compromise the MPG and ride smoothness. I don’t want to have to choose between highest-available tech and best-possible MPG; if I pay that much money, I want both! Truthfully, I’m not clear why people, apparently, find rubber-band-thin tires visually attractive. I personally want to see more tire and less wheel!

[@billyrock8305]

Awesome ride! 😊 Delivery 2 years 😔

[@danielbliss1988]

All they had to do with the outgoing 4th generation Prius was drop the new powertrain in it, and give all Priuses, not just the Prime, the Lexus-style front end treatment of the Prime instead of the Batmobile look of the hybrid Prius. But with this version they've seriously impaired the headroom.....in a way that actually increases aerodynamic drag (this is one area where the reviewer is mistaken)....and they've made the tailgate just tiny and the trunk overall too narrow. Tesla with the Model Y didn't get hung up on this low, narrow roof line -- it's a notably high roofline, like the old Prius -- and it's still more aerodynamic than any Prius.

[@myalkut]

I was hoping to find a review of the AWD option

[@abc-eb7rq]

WOW, I'll take it, it's awesome!

[@ArsenPotentier]

Looks are everything and it's a looker.

[@kamranmoazami4104]

Amazing looking car. Love it❤

[@DCHutchins]

Hybrids are the future, we have a Venza, gets 40 MPG. No charging headaches. They should work on alternative fuels.

[@PremiumUserUltra]

Toyota is.

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

Future? They have been around for years. What rock have you been living under?

[@DCHutchins]

The US gov is pushing EV cars today, not hybrids which IMO are better since they don't depend on charging stations.So the future from today is hybrids IMO. @@bigmacdaddy1234

[@listennowbreath]

Is there a heads up display ?

[@vangdavid2]

Bro, you need to work for Toyota. Everything you mentioned is what I would want to change too. A speedometer that is not visible would be so annoying! And the volume knob on the R side. What's up with that? I hope they have a white exterior and beige leather interior . I'd buy that in a heart beat!