Did Toyota SERIOUSLY Just Make The 2023 Prius Cool??

[@stephendibari5010]

Nice to see both channels do a collaboration review. Love this Prius. If I was in the market for a car the LE would be my choice. 17 inch rims for a better ride and higher MPG

[@ArmandoAlejandro2014]

LE is the best way to go

[@CandycaneBeyond]

I recently put all weather Michelin tires on my 2018. Grips the road better. Doesn't peel out at the light and stops faster. Barely noticeable fuel loss.

[@jml9550]

@@CandycaneBeyond Michelin are the best tire period. I don’t buy other brands ever.

[@chomihai]

You two should team up more often

[@theboysplayingcod2959]

Like husband and wife ?

[@chomihai]

@@theboysplayingcod2959 everything is possible

[@Minicoup58tv]

Book then a room

[@theboysplayingcod2959]

may b

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

I think they should have named the models: L, LE, LT for the FWD models and XL, XLE, XLT for the AWD Models to make it easier to know if it's AWD or not.

[@hfdewees]

I subscribe to both TFL and Redline... it was cool to see them together in a review. Also good to hear two different perspectives in the same video.

[@capngeo2002]

One of the best common sense reviews I've ever watched. These 2 should start a channel together.

[@Kurtiscott]

I wonder if the catalytic converter is just as easy to steal on this new generation. Excellent review guys

[@kpmmsupervision1297]

Wonder no more, get cat shield. That's what i did in my prius 2019!.

[@jml9550]

Prius is offering a factory shield now as an accessory.

[@Name-kd5jj]

After 2 decades of shitting on the Prius I have to admit I finally want one. Its not the coolest, sportiest or even most practical (because of its smaller size) but as a good all round daily driver its pretty hard to beat.

[@GeorgeGeo]

I have a 2018 Prius with 67,000 miles and 52.4 MPG over that mileage.. I love this new look, the shrunk size worries me.. but it would be on my list for sure.

[@cf6965]

Totally nonsense ! The Prius allways had more than enough power ! I never felt it was slow ! Hell it goes up to 180 kph and it gets their more than fast enough. Even if there are cars that get to that kind of speed 3 seconds faster, it won't get you to your destination faster . 0-60 is kind of overrated in a country you hardly are allowed to go any faster than 60 mph don't you think ?

[@WW-wf8tu]

Sofyan is back! Cannot say enough about how nice it is to see you 2 working together. No drama, no bickering, no rants. Just straight up review opinions with some facts thrown in. Here is a question, did Toyota figure out a way to keep thieves from stealing the Catalytic converter?

[@jimmypena2442]

Supposedly they made the materials less valuable than prior generations. Not sure how that helps

[@MattCardinal]

I've been looking at these and on Toyota's site they do offer two affordable cat cover options, aluminum and stainless, but install is not included in the price

[@bryannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

They offer an accesory for the prius now- a plate that protects the catalytic converter

[@fortheloveofnoise]

My brain is broken, every time I see his name I hear "soyfan" in my brain before I catch myself.

[@jimmccarthy6327]

cat guard is a factory installed option

[@JasonYergin]

Guys, it was SO cool to see you reviewing it together. Sofyan absolutely owns every other reviewer with the details but the back and forth with Tommy and his technical nerdiness made it great. More of this!!

[@slscamg]

$38k with single zone climate control, no rear seat air vents is just crazy.

[@Cook2430]

This will be my first new car. So sick.

[@midnightsunturbo]

LOL @ 4:56 - 5:02 when Tommy was offended by Sofyan's comment about rear is his least favorite part of the car. I don't care what anyone says....Tommy is cool in my book.

[@theredline]

That was a pretty great unfiltered reaction, we just enjoying busting Tommy’s chops sometimes, but we agree with you, he is def cool in our book as well 🙂

[@crappy60]

I love this collaboration. Totally a fan of Redline Reviews as well!

[@kevinstarski1598]

Wonder what it drives like compared to the Corolla and Camry hybrid counterparts?

[@samerhanna5254]

So for that amount of money why would someone prefer Pruis over XSE hybrid Camry of EX-L Hybrid Accord ?

[@doinmeonhere]

Awd

[@0my]

It looks crowded in there. It doesn't look wider at all. It looks very narrow

[@ddm62571]

It's their camera that makes it look narrow. I have sat in it and it is a litttle wider

[@Nahhmah]

I’ve owned 2007 for 15 years and never had issue with power - it got me from a to b

[@ggrij2004]

I got a 2005 with 72k miles, i live in SF and it goes up the hills with plenty to spare

[@mbwilson2625]

Now it will even go to C. 🤣

[@haroldoldhair8185]

Happy to see the collab!

[@stevenconway8388]

Toyota missed the mark on this. No rear vents? Can't have this in AZ. Lower headroom front and rear? So many of these cars are taxis and now you can only fit certain sized passengers? You just reduced your clientele market by a lot with those 2 things. Seems perfect for a little old lady though

[@Nahhmah]

What not a lot of people remember but when the 2nd gen Prius came out it was wayyy ahead for its time. All models came with push button start now the 2023 LEs come with a flip out key lol. The 2nd gen also was considered a midsize car due to its humongous space it came with specially the rear seats.

[@Tzvi092]

My 1st was a 2005 I got new but turned I when I moved internationally. Now in a 2009 that I got in '16 with 155k km on the clock. hoping that (a)they will have it here and (b)that I will be able to get one - FWD/LTD. Gorgeous car.

[@ianburit3705]

@@Tzvi092 Your comment made me smile, In the UK in 1956 Fords better-classed 6-cylinder Motor cars had a push-button start as standard, in fact, they stopped it by 1961.. a sort of reverse technology. The same sort of 4 door options with just 4 cylinders had a pull knob to start them in the early years...

[@ericthompson4820]

I'm sure the 2nd gen came with all the tech the LE has standard. Cmon my guy. It was ugly amd slow just like every prius until now. That's the point. Now it looks good and is relatively quick.

[@CrumResearch]

Maybe the Prius PHEV ("Prime"?) will be Unobtainium like the RAV4 Prime, do you think?

[@User.Joshua]

I don’t think so. The 4th gen Prius Prime was created in decentl numbers. I imagine it’s because the battery is significantly smaller, so Toyota could make more of them.

[@jameslatief1]

Unexpected crossover episode!

[@ah244895]

The previous models had a lot of storage room in the back, hopefully it didn't lose too much of that storage.

[@DanVoels]

So happy to see two of my favorite channels collab!

[@NiceBowser]

Love this collab! Have been watching you both for years.

[@damaliamarsi2006]

You know what is wrong with this new design. Yea me either. Very very nice. Toyota design team knocked this out of the park.

[@jhonrodriguez1705]

I liked the video and overview of the New Prius! very entertaining and lots of info. Thanks guys!

[@hereigoagain5050]

I'll put the Prius on my Consider list, but I am concerned about headroom, seating position, and ingress/egress. Good for Toyota for putting some giddy-up in the Prius. I subscribe to both TFL and Redline Reviews, so the Sofyan/Tommy collab is awesome. Their styles complement each other.

[@230k19]

It does not appear that any manufacturer even makes tires in that size. I only did a brief search, I wonder what other people will find.

[@M-.-Jones]

Much improved on the outside for sure

[@geoffmooregm]

Agreed. Definatly gone from a nerdy car for people wanting to make an eco statement to a good looking car that most would be happy to be seen it.

[@comment_below]

seriously looks like a great design in and out

[@vasantos-re4hb]

Love both channels. Love to see channels collaborate. Keep it up guys.

[@loudandclearmedia]

Prius has always been a niche, but these days honestly, I think it's a little rudderless. Toyota thinks so too, from this design. They know the Prius' days are numbered with being regarded as a mileage king because, let's face it, we'll all be driving electric in just a few years. So, if efficiency is out, that really only leaves one direction for Prius to go, and Toyota wisely has taken it the direction of stylish and fun.

[@anengineer_]

Great video! The synergy between both of you, amazing! Sofyan, I am waiting for inviting Tommy into your Channel. Thank you Guys, regards!

[@DrewPeabawls]

Tommy’s pause after the other dude said he didn’t like the rear end. I can imagine what he was think haha

[@huntmachine4505]

Thanks Toyota for ruining the Prius for us tall guys! And then robbing even more headroom on the LTD by making the useless dual pane glass roof standard. So many manufacturers make a sunroof standard on the upper trims. It would be better for the customer if the sunroof was always an option, but I’m sure it is better somehow for the carmaker’s bottom line to have it standard on the upper trim. Besides the headroom issue the 2023 Prius is awesome! I’m interested to sit in one without the sunroof.

[@ddm62571]

The headroom in the back is not as bad as the make it seem. Yes I agree the sunroof sucks. I sat in a LE no useless sunroof. I'm taller than most and I fit just fine

[@crazedrunnerdave]

Don’t care about cool. I got a Prius bc it has a practical trunk with benefit of high fuel economy and reliability. With the lower back roof, the trunk is no longer practical. I think I need to get a Kia Niro or RAV4 when I get a new car in 5 years.

[@somerandomguyfromtheintern480]

Makes more sense than a Tesla. Better priced too.

[@JeffWinter1]

Enjoyable video and good synergy between the two guys. All the info with a bit of humour makes for a pleasant watch.👍

[@680ecks]

I loved my 2010 ! It may be the best car I've owned . I'm very disappointed in the loss of headroom ,I'm 6'3" so I may not be able to fit . The price is high so you are going to have to be it love with the car as you would have many other options for the price . And lastly it sounds very noisy in the video I don't know if it's just the microphone but it sounds like a lot of road noise . You seem to be raising your voice just to talk to each other as you pick up speed . Have herd of the arm rests being very hard plastic . So as exciting as the look and power I don't think I'm going to be able to get one .

[@rightlanehog3151]

Tommy is just 6'1" so I cannot see how someone any taller fits.

[@680ecks]

@@rightlanehog3151 disappointed looks fantastic and 200 hp!

[@mylesgray3470]

I love my 3rd gen Prius as well. I once drove 10 hours with a passenger who was 6 ft 9 in the passenger seat and he fit! I think If I can only fit a 6 ft 7 in passenger, in the new one, I’m OK with that. I’m only 5ft 9 myself so I will fit just fine. I’m surprised how low the starting price is. It’s about the same as the old one, adjusted for inflation but with more power and more tech. I’m 100% in. I’ll probably buy one in 2025 after it’s been selling a while and the recalls are mostly out of the way. My 2013 should hopefully get me 2 more years until then.

[@brucewayne2773]

Anyone noticed they eliminated the rear hatch wiper? my Prius Prime doesn't have one for obvious reasons but it is my biggest complaint. I don't see a reason for Toyota to not have one on this model

[@A2-RC]

Kind of disappointed tbh. It's less functional and hardly any better mpg. I hope they release a L Eco model that actually focused on being economical and not trendy.

[@jxmar_]

Omg thanks for featuring sofyan!

[@Skiridr22]

Is that the all wheel drive version? It finally looks like Toyota is bringing sexy back and I love it always been a fan on their products, love the modern interior 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@adventurellama7444]

30k vehicle and wait for it…. dealer markup 15k. 45 k for a Prius.

[@JamesSusanka]

tflnow 0-60 tool I think is off lol

[@sunkings5972]

If a guy in a trendy jacket is willing to get that close on camera u know Toyota stepped their game up.

[@petervg8377]

Thinking about this or a camry LE hybrid. Sort of concerned about the reduced interior space

[@ddm62571]

The interior space is not as bad as they say it is.

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

Really great to see you and Sofyan working together on a car review.

[@daveg.4862]

As an F150 guy, this car is waaay more tempting for me than any other EV. The Car looks cooler than anything getting 50mpg. Also it has a 550-600 mile range. I'm impressed. (it also goes 40 miles on the battery alone.

[@willb1242]

Maybe if they eliminated the passenger compartment entirely, they could get the roofline much lower and the fuel economy even higher! What do you think, Toyota? :P

[@revelare_xvii6269]

Finally, a Prius that nobody will be ashamed to drive.

[@tom_hoots]

This is a pretty good look into "why people have flocked to SUV-type vehicles." What on EARTH is the WHOLE REASON why we own motor vehicles? "To get in them and drive around in them." And when a significant portion of the population can't even FIT into the dang things, well, you move to a vehicle that you -- and your passengers -- can fit into. And especially for older folks -- you do lose a bit of flexibility as you age -- it's massively easier to just "step into" an SUV, and step out of it -- than the work it takes to get in and out of something that's so low. It will be interesting to see if Prius sales increase or decrease with this new model.

[@rightlanehog3151]

First of all, the definition of 'cool' is not caring whether other people think you are cool. In regard to the woeful headroom, 'deal-breaker' is the most polite word to describe it. I hope TFL provides full chiropractic care after Tommy's impact with the headliner.

[@JoVERICAIN]

Cool to see this kind of collaborations with two good reviewers!

[@garthhowe297]

Well, no Hellcat driver will be threatened, but a 0-60 of 7.5 (or 8) seconds, is a decently responsive vehicle...nothing to be ashamed of.

[@CJ-rk5eg]

Where are you guys? Southern California?

[@SilverIndian]

Where is the review for the cargo space ?

[@fortheloveofnoise]

Dude is nuts, the rear is the best looking part.

[@ldmtag]

The sporty one should've been the Corolla. Corolla is already associated with sportiness because of the old 86. Prius is a meme car infamous for being slow and hated by car guy community.

[@Sheepleton]

I'd actually drive that and not be ashamed of it. The added power will go a long way towards picking up new buyers too.

[@lan1623]

So happy to see two of my favorites reviewers together making a video❤. Btw prius is ok.

[@fatboy200164]

Cool or not. It will still be driven by people in the fast lane doing the speed limit.

[@blazinglightgt8673]

@Don That is IF you weren't dealing with an up the ass Karen.

[@johnossendorf9979]

I'm only interested in the LE FWD and AWD. I don't want 19's for many practical reasons. I am in no way a slave to the fashion of the modern esthetic or have any need to rail corners . I could live with 17's if 16's won't fit. I'd be fine with 15's too, if they fit.

[@quasarsavage]

looks aero bruh

[@2daih4]

Its crazy to think the 1st wave of Prius are sold out if you try to buy one on the Toyota USA website.Hope we dont see any mark ups on vehicles

[@toyotaprius79]

The Prius Prius (2004-2015) were cool, enough. They were just given bad corporate design🙈 But they were robust, reliable and resourceful that made the most for the then new drivetrain.

[@toyotaprius79]

But they did make it less practical (or affordable). It's the best new generation so far, but it came with compromise that wasn't necessary

[@jesusm8402]

Well….. there’s this video

[@nickjacques6087]

So cool you two are together. :)

[@koyamamoto5933]

Good duet review! Regarding the cell phone interfaces: does this wireless charger work or is it actually more of a "maintainer"? Also, does the wireless CarPlay actually work or is it really required to use wired?

[@DieselSniffer3500]

WTF is 0W16 oil?

[@btl4220]

2 of my favorite channels !!

[@nattk.7612]

That tire size is gonna be a problem. I can’t find anywhere who makes them!!

[@04dram04]

I think this styling is going to be unappealing to large portion of Prius buyers which are middle aged.

[@tommymas1]

I'm a little shocked. Every other review talks about how the rear storage has been greatly reduced and you 2 didn't even show the trunk. That's horrible to leave out of the review. WTF?? 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@timsmith3208]

Car still is Ugly

[@jmac091176]

When I was younger l loved noisy, powerful cars. Now I like something like this.

[@njackson3148]

I really want to love the new Prius however 19” wheels are really dumb on an efficient car and a hatchback with no rear seat room?? Come on!! Me and my kids are all tall… we likely won’t fit in the new Prius. However we all fit in my 2013 Prius just fine

[@TheHomeExpert5]

The overall design is infinitely better than the previous one, however, the a pillar and c-pillar areas are riddled with cut lines.

[@namgreb9063]

Nothing was wrong with the old 1.8 engine and horsepower. My 2017 is plenty fast to get out of any situations. No one is stomping on the accelerator in a prius. To get the best mpg you are going to accelerate in a controlled steady way. It could zero to sixty in 15 seconds. It literally doesn't matter for pretty much all driving situations.

[@TenzWang88]

Yes new Prius hybrid Waite time 12 months and after all the Toyota dealer will charge you $5000 over the MSRP. Toyota is game over they will collapsed very soon.

[@douglascohen2521]

They missed the boat. Head room and visibility are to important to ignore. The Prius had utility!!! The new engine and hybrid system awesome, looks awesome, but the rest not good. Bring back the Prius V.

[@Riley_1955]

I was looking at this car until I found out about the headroom or I should say the non existence of it......I'm 6' 1" and this car with the new roof design is made for midgets only.....No thanks!

[@chuckspencer2703]

From a person that hated the look of the old generation of Prius. I do like the look of the new one. P.S. I own a Honda Insight. Which I’m very Happy with.

[@chickenfarm09]

How in the world did they decide it was okay to lower the roof by 2 whole inches? That's quite a loss of head room and too low for entering and exiting the vehicle. I guess this was meant to encourage more people into taller more profitable SUVs. They don't want to sell cars.

[@tomchan2559]

Toyota is placing this All New Prius Head to Head Competition with Telsa. Stylish, Fast and a lot Cheaper. Toyota is showing the world that a Hybrid is a much better option than a EV at this point in time.

[@KPHVAC]

It's way better look but they should have kept the headroom and trunk space. Most people want more space and utility. I think the RAV4 Hybrid is a better choice.

[@ddm62571]

The RAV4 is a SUV so yeah its gonna have more space in the far back or trunk. This is car and it has plenty of space in the end 20 cf the Corolla has 13cf and the Camry has 15cf and headroom I'm 6'1 and I sat in the backseat just fine.

[@Juergen_Mueller]

The viewer's impression of the really new exterior design would be significantly better if you saved at least the half of you chatter beginning with the smallest and most unimportant details and instead make the view on the car free, the camera going slowly round the whole car showing it from all sides and without both of you humbling around in front of the car all the time obstructing the view on it.

[@damascus21]

Yeah it looks like an awesome car but what about those tires? They have like no sidewall and nobody is selling them almost

[@Kuricang31]

It reminds me a bit of the Mazda Miata but more practical, safer and more fuel efficient. Something about the curves and low slung nature of the car

[@omarostorga5028]

Cmon Honda, you ditched my precious spaceship design to build that bloated sedan and never cared to increase the hp. Now a Prius seems to be a good option?

[@Realg401]

The price is way too high right now if they could lower the price they might be able to compete with Tesla and possibly make some of the Evs bankrupt

[@jneptune1540]

It ll be a $5000 k mark up and each dealership will get 1 and 6 months for build to order. Just get a base model 3

[@gregmoore3420]

The reduced headroom (especially in the back seat) is going to make this car a deal breaker for many.

[@ddm62571]

It's not a big deal really. It's only 1 inch shorter on headroom. Still enough head room

[@hereigoagain5050]

Tommy's timer is used to the Rocky Mountains where the air is thinner and acceleration times slower :)

[@douglasvieira1990dv]

Where is the geo prism style kinda cars. Like why do we have to spend $30,000 on a car.

[@ssharma861]

great review! thank you!! can i just vent and say I hate how all the cars ceilings get shorter and shorter