This Race Car Builder Daily's a Prius! Here's Why

Stuart Leiby builds race cars at ‪@T1Race‬ for a living, but his daily driver is this 2023 Toyota Prius! But satisfied to leave it stock, he modified it with Rotiform wheels and even fabricated carbon fiber parts for it.
Now he's selling those carbon fiber parts for Prius owners who want to make their cars look even better
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For years everyone has hated on the Toyota Prius, including me!
Every one of them I've ever driven has left me truly and utterly disappointed. But this new 2023 Prius is surprising! Now I can see why he bought one.
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Thanks for Brent Baxter at ‪@sidebproductionsllc8353‬ for filming this video and making me look good!
Extra thanks for Esteban Collazo for being the camera assist.
Filmed at ‪@T1Race‬
Prius owned by ‪@stuartleiby9778‬
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[@RogueBeatsARG]

The new prius looks so good people actually care about making it look better

[@PlatinumNath]

The 2024 Prius is probably the only Prius that I'd unironically buy if I have the money, not because I need it, but because I want it for once

[@hondamanvtec2894]

What 😂😂😂

[@RogueBeatsARG]

@@hondamanvtec2894 would you modify a pontiac astek? a ford pinto? for people to want to customize a car it needs to look decent already

[@FATmenDRIVEtrucks]

Finally they made a good looking Hybrid only took them 25 years The Prelude is the next one to come out

[@buildingsalvage]

100% first time I saw it on the road I wanted one.

[@Prisonmike89]

I recently bought a 2010 prius, Fixed the headgasket and now it's my DD. Fantastic car that is smooth and quiet and also gets 47 mpgs. 400k here I come!

[@danieley4]

I love the way this generation looks. Im at 250k

[@tarutran6391]

how hard/expensive was the fix?

[@rasheedlowery]

This video validates how I felt when I first saw this generation of Prius.

[@derkarmaczar]

Toyota nailed it with the new Prius. This thing looks great!

[@nickwinng]

I got this 2023 Prius Prime XSE and you would be surprised on how many time people are actually complimenting this car. This car looks so good in any color and it turned a lot of head. I'm a delivery driver and having to charge it every day, I run around 600-700 miles/10 gl tank. Amazing car and I love this.

[@francishall5422]

3rd gen Prius here and I’m glad the Prius is evolving and not devolving. Hopefully we can see a gr version or a return of the ct200 soon!

[@automospeedcrew]

A GR would be awesome!

[@supavln]

Toyota teased one at the 2023 24hr le mans

[@automospeedcrew]

Ooooo, can’t wait to see specs and how it looks!

[@kuladeeluxe]

While it looks cool with the carbon fibre and lowered, what I want out of my"GR" type Prius is the same wheel travel with more wheel control, lighter 215-55-17 tires, with negative camber up front and more bolster in the seats. Slightly quicker steering. Maybe add an even better stereo than the JBL. That would be my home grown GR Prius. Lighter aluminum control arms might also make the wish list. A carbon fibre hood would save quite a bit of weight.

[@automospeedcrew]

Hey that’s a fair point, can’t disagree there

[@landmine55]

There’s a guy who’s installing GR Corolla suspension bits on his Prius to experiment.

[@junior17medval]

@@landmine55who?

[@D0praise]

Set a record for road trip mpg too. LA to NY averaging 93 mpg

[@jaykua6193]

I love my 2024 Prius. Best car ever.

[@Vsm_integra]

I’ve always loved Japanese imports, and this new Prius definitely hits a lot of the marks for me to buy one however, and today’s current market and where I live. There’s mark ups on everything if I could find one without a markup, I would totally buy it. I absolutely love the new Prius.

[@automospeedcrew]

Yeah I feel you on that

[@67daltonknox]

The Prius is a great car. So are most of the current Toyota hybrids; cheap to run with reliability that defies the complexity of the design. What German engineering spelt out 40 years ago (but has since lost the plot) Toyota/Lexus is happy to provide.

[@automospeedcrew]

Totally. I still love German cars (I mean I drive a BMW wagon) but Toyota and Lexus’s are excellent cars no doubt

[@thegreenskeep1]

Looks are always subjective, but I'm sure most people can agree the Prius looks fantastic.

[@tinkerdiy]

This is so rad!!! I might need to get a Prius now too!!!

[@automospeedcrew]

I know right? I’m honestly keeping an eye on them now

[@oceanbreeze685]

So check it i drive the same vehicle....race car driver and reviewer are spot on. I almost bought a lexus is 500...however needed to save gas bc i commute. The prius is honestly the funnest and most comfortable car i have ever driven.

[@Hippienolic2]

He recently lowered the price on the parts because they aren’t flying off the shelf

[@ZACH_95_]

Yes because not a lot of people who own Prius’s don’t do shit like that. It’s just that small percentage that will.

[@junior17medval]

@@ZACH_95_ I also think that most people know that these parts are available. If it weren’t for this video, I would have never known.

[@hwnwhaler1]

@@junior17medval

[@ScottLe]

This was Toyota responding with all the hate the Prius has gotten over the years. I loved the video thanks guys

[@automospeedcrew]

Glad you liked it! Lots more coming up. And I agree, I’m glad Toyota finally took the Prius seriously and made it look good

[@KashfiFahim]

Fun facts, the 2017 Prius Prime had a carbon fiber components to make it as light weight as possible. I know that the hatchback was carbon fiber and the charging port also had carbon fiber parts. The next update to that generation, no more carbon fiber parts.

[@EZPNZ]

Didn’t know this! But seems like it’s not only for the 2017 year. Found this in the 2022 prime manual: Carbon-fiber-reinforced-polymer rear hatch: Prius Prime's rear hatch features more than just the unique design of the dual-wave glass. Made of carbon-fiber reinforced polymer, a Toyota first, the rear hatch is made to be rigid while still being lightweight. Using this advanced material reduces the overall weight of the car and helps contribute to its fuel efficiency. See numbered

[@ericcindycrowder7482]

I work in pro motorsports (road racing) for over 30 years, and I’ve been daily driving a 2011 Chevy Volt for almost 15 years!

[@escapenguin]

I remember Car and Driver discovering a race car driver's daily was a Ford Escort GT. Not the cool Euro one, the USDM one... and for the same reasons as this. He wanted something relaxing to drive home.

[@SheenylHassan]

You know, after daily driving your project for some time, you really start to get tired of getting stranded by the road. It's nice to have a car that works

[@edventures9884]

I never thought I would want a Prius but when the en Prius was released I instantly wanted one. Might end up getting one when I’m ready for a new car

[@burnie896]

noise warning for the cold start lmao

[@sbfhawk4343]

Same here I own two CRXs , A Supra , Type S Acura and yes my new Prius 2024 fits like a glove...

[@Klempenski]

Should slap a spoiler on there for another 100 HP 😂

[@automospeedcrew]

True! Plus, everyone knows the bigger the spoiler the more horsepower

[@user-nv9fz4qp3b]

I have a Ferrari 296 and an Audi r8 done up by sheepy race and I bought a Tesla model 3 as my daily for literally all of these same reasons. Totally going against all car guy metrics but it just makes sense.

[@benmisner6457]

Ive been hooked on the look of prius since i seen them slammed with nice 3 piece wheels. They look so good. And the new one is actually decent looking stock

[@CoryBurke]

Thanks for this funny review video. That is a damn good lookin' Prius!

[@automospeedcrew]

Thanks for the compliment!

[@sidebproductionsllc8353]

Yup would own this prius, Stuart treatment would be required!

[@automospeedcrew]

No doubt! It also looks amazing in white!

[@s5SnipEmo]

I have a fairly modded 6 speed Corolla Hatch and it's been a blast. I'm probably only making about 190WHP, but it sounds mean, is reliable, and gets 40MPG.

[@markgould4895]

Love it, had the last model Prius rock but more importantly so do your glasses, can you tell us who makes them, thanks!

[@automospeedcrew]

Thanks! They’re from a British company called Booth and Bruce, they’re the Brown and Crystal model

[@_Murky_]

Such a good looking car and the wide body concepts I've seen look amazing

[@jonathanhawthorne1821]

Such an underrated car inconspicuous/ low maintenance/ amazing gas mileage you can’t go wrong

[@siopowar]

It shares a lot of corolla parts, so sourcing important parts will be easy.

[@u2oasis]

I have an S2000 in my garage, and my daily drive was a Prius V. I recently upgraded to the new Prius. I saw one of my boys fully expecting to get roasted. He said, "Oh man, I want to get one of these 😂. " I was speechless. My Prius V has 170k, and it was an excellent daily driver. I expect no less from the new one. I will be dressing it up.

[@automospeedcrew]

That’s what I’m talking about! Even enthusiasts are excited about this new one. Hope you pick up some carbon fiber bits for it!

[@u2oasis]

Yeah looking at your site for sure

[@TOBYH]

BECAUSE THEY LOOK AWESOME! ONE OF THE BEST LOOKING NEW CARS ON THE ROAD, THAT'S WHY!

[@chewie94116]

looks awesome!!!

[@williamschwa-hq8sf]

What is the brand and size of the wheels

[@automospeedcrew]

I got you. Rotiforms 19x8.5 5x112/5x114.3 45 Offset

[@66cptsfmf-fapedres14]

Opted for a 2023 Corolla Hybrid SE because prius is 10k more than the corolla. Corolla gets 560miles per tank being hybrid.

[@Thrust83]

There are plenty of bolt-on options out for the M20A-fks and TNGA suspension parts for the E210.

[@tasstychezbugu1563]

coolest looking hybrid by far

[@jvisser9191]

Gen5 look amazing!!!

[@SkyyMi]

My only gripe with the new prius is the cluster and steering wheel position. No matter what I tried I could not get a good view of the instrument cluster. It felt like this design was intended for a yoke style steering wheel. Besides that it was fabulous.

[@jamesk9551]

Does anyone know if he had to go wider tires to fit the rotiforms on it? The wheel shown is 8.5 width, stock wheel for the 23+ Prius in 19" is 6.5 I believe.

[@assassin7250]

My black LTD is coming soon.. I'm already thinking of modification for wheels and suspension..

[@automospeedcrew]

You should!

[@DadSwagg]

I love my 2010 Prius, can’t wait to get my hands on a newer body style

[@l00tur]

So if you’re in an area that requires a certain degree of expertise (for this example, race car building), you understand the trials and tribulations of building them which, no matter your passion, takes a toll on you. That said, I’m almost certain the Prius was the one car that just “works”, in that it’s soft on gas, easy to drive, and gets you to the destination with little drama. This allows you to “recoup” as it were. As someone who specializes in I.T. The last thing I want to do when I come home is work with more computers, networks, servers, etc. I just want something that’s low level and ‘works’. Passion can only go so far with fighting burnout, once it stops softening the blows of burnout, you’re on your own. For me, I simply disconnect. In that my ‘prius’ is a 70s Honda CB, or my bicycle. I ‘get’ it

[@automospeedcrew]

I also work in IT (engineer) and I couldn’t agree more

[@bambu8]

It would be cool to see an install video

[@automospeedcrew]

Definitely

[@xxmobstrxx8535]

I’m a gear head and own a BZ4X. EV cars are perfect for comfort and luxury due to their acceleration and smoothness

[@wyaldkingdom]

I’ve always disliked Prius, but this version is the nicest one for sure. His mods are tasteful and definitely add some cool styling.

[@maiy8786]

Had one as a rental for a month. Good looking car considering todays design landscape and gets good gas mileage (~3l/100km) but the visibility is really bad in tight corners.That A pillar always in the way.

[@zackerymcpherson9409]

I drove behind that Dakar this week in Dallas. What do you keep in the roof bag? LOL

[@juda8054]

I’d buy a yellow one but unfortunately they don’t offer them in the US.

[@Nickraculous]

The current Prius design feels like a deliberate prank on anyone whose purchased a Prius before. "Let's remind them how stupid their car looks"

[@CGF101]

I saw one the other day and said okkkk

[@110_Octane]

A whale tail spoiler on this would make it look like a mazdaspeed lantis... And im all here for it!

[@xexas3000]

So sad toyota didn't make a battery only version of this... would be a great looking ev daily.

[@nomad2772]

Yeah this new prius is cool

[@xGRASHOPAx]

Test drove it but I'm way to tall for it. The windshield slants way to much that it obstructed my view. Beautiful Car though. Chose to get a 2025 Corolla instead and I love it.

[@mr.knight1359]

damn those wheels look bussing

[@automospeedcrew]

Such a good choice for this car

[@zackerymcpherson9409]

The carbon fiber reminds be of the i3 carbon fiber chassis

[@ICON-11-]

I would love to daily drive that same exact one in the video, finally looks cool 😎

[@TOBYH]

IF U CAN FIND ONE AT A DEALERSHIP!

[@spinnetti]

Love it! I like the kinda mustard yellow color.

[@automospeedcrew]

Had to look that one up, but I agree it’s a good color!

[@JamesCopeland-i1j]

I'd like to see the guys at OakTec have a go with this one...

[@Louielou50]

That Prius is badass!

[@Tigerex966]

Civic hybrid or this?

[@koonYwong]

Curious which trim prius is it?

[@olkh5242]

I’m 6.2 this gen to tiny for my daily Vs kids

[@Toyota4Life]

I daily the lexus CT200h 2012 which is a 3rd generation cousin of the Prius. Im a Toyota Lexus guy my whole life its funny to see people see what we saw 15 years ago .... americans are so slow to catch on to what other parts of the world already love

[@automospeedcrew]

As an English American, yeah, I get what you mean. Sometimes it does feel behind the times here

[@exprssve3477]

Rotiform wheel specs?

[@automospeedcrew]

Good question let me ask!

[@automospeedcrew]

19x8.5 5x112/5x114.3 45 Offset

[@PLPOR]

cool wheels

[@grimm_gen]

Can you compare it to the new 2025 civic hybrid?

[@JDMism]

Reduced carbon emissions from the tailpipe, AND carbon capture in the bodywork. Well played Sir, well played

[@xt1230x]

I wanna buy one too! Trying to convince the wife!

[@davidhunternyc1]

Does the sunroof open?

[@automospeedcrew]

That’s a good question. I didn’t test it but I assume so!

[@Yourmission9]

Damn man, give a brother a warning when you’re about to cold start s prius, I had my headphones in and I’m bleeding from the ears now

[@automospeedcrew]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jamesarmstrong9908]

Love love this car at first look white for me please 😊

[@CelestialTrieye]

this is awesome, i have a black '24 xle and i'm not sure i like the 'chrome' front fender piece. this carbon fiber one is sick, might have to get this soon. cheers!

[@automospeedcrew]

Thanks! You should pick one up, I’m sure it’d elevate the look!

[@isaacjordan5218]

$900 for some mirror caps !?!?!? This dude is smoking something strong lol

[@stuartleiby9778]

Yeah, in order to make them OEM replacements the pieces are unfortunately quite pricey due to the complexity of the clips on the backside. I could definitely just make them "caps" that glue/tape to the OEM cap, but that isn't the level of quality I was going for. I understand they are expensive for what they are, but the costs are higher than you would expect.

[@stuartleiby9778]

Also worth noting, there wasn't a ton in this market to base pricing off of and I needed to start a little high to allow dealers to be set up if interest was high. I just dropped pricing across the product line. Hopefully that helps!

[@Comeswoopfam]

Smoking off that tin foil 😂

[@VeteranTRAGIC]

BRO, Honda civic Hatchback HYBRID 2025 LETS GET IT! 📈📈📈📈📈📈📈 "we're going up in a Hondajet"

[@mel2063]

Jesus H.....I fcuking love it!

[@QuadyMcQuadFace]

after watching this video getting a xle tommorrow.

[@automospeedcrew]

🙌🙌🙌

[@decaysaypluhtheyst]

If they made an AWD Prius wagon with about 270hp I would be sold.

[@automospeedcrew]

I feel like it would sell like crazy

[@decaysaypluhtheyst]

@@automospeedcrew I just want something reliable, practical, safe in all weather and good gas mileage. But it can't be bland and boring. I'm so sick of front wheel drive vehicles. The new Prius looks great I just wish there were more to it.

[@automospeedcrew]

@decaysaypluhtheyst I can’t blame you there. Honestly I love hatchbacks and wagons so my version of that is my 2014 328i wagon. It ticks all those boxes, has 4 wheel drive, and looks great

[@decaysaypluhtheyst]

@@automospeedcrew it's a good choice. As much as I would prefer a manual transmission, I'm looking very heavily at getting a 2018 V60 polestar.

[@tjcben1]

Cool wheels look like Lancia's Integrale.

[@automospeedcrew]

Oh yeah good call!

[@miked7728]

naturally aspirated inline 4? so you’re saying there’s room for a turbo 😏

[@automospeedcrew]

Yes! I would love to see what one would be like with a turbo and a proper exhaust

[@billyby]

I would buy one!

[@Dylan-p2u]

Toyota has done a phenomenal job resigning their new models across the entire line-up.

[@davidmoore349]

The new Civic hybrid has more power than the Si. lol. The little cars are maybe not FUN, but less terribly boring at least.

[@sameerpandya1947]

I would take a HARD look at a GR Prius of Toyota makes one.

[@r3games1985]

lol a guy tried to cut me off in this car. I had to show him whos boss in my GTI. I'll end myself before I let a Prius pass me.

[@automospeedcrew]

😂😂

[@jpizel1070]

😂😂😂

[@XsaviXander]

My ATS-V (modified) would love to have a race

[@ogmechsftw]

as an ex gti owner and a current prius prime owner... gti mid as fuck lmao

[@assassin7250]

Mister Golf boy.. ⛳️🏌️‍♂️ where you at?

[@Baribrotzer]

A Prius is also dead reliable, if you maintain it properly. They do finally wear out all at once, but it takes a while. And if your JOB is building and babying high-strung race cars, you might want something problem-free to get to work, buy groceries, go fishing, and the like.

[@MrJamesshipman]

This is a nice look. The wheels really make a difference.

[@mindlessftw]

This guy totally isn't sponsored by Toyota or nothing.

[@automospeedcrew]

I wish! If they want to sponsor me I’d happily take it! Just worked out that the first two cars I review are Toyotas, but I’ve got a Porsche and a GTR coming up soon

[@ImANaidemoc]

The owner of liberty walk daily drives a Prius too

[@Soarwitheagles]

I wonder how many people are going to buy carbon fiber accent pieces for their Prius

[@farncoisbisson7737]

Id like to swap the whole mechanic of a prius into a rav4.

[@automospeedcrew]

Now that’s an interesting idea

[@wynchestyr]

It’s called a Corolla Cross hybrid.

[@macbere3326]

You should be able to cruise comfortably with 200hp. The big problem with the Prius was its looks and performance. The Prius made you suffer for good gas mileage

[@automospeedcrew]

Exactly! It’s great that Toyota solved both problems

[@reidboggs4344]

This generation Prius is validation of Toyota not jumping onto the EV only bandwagon. That technology simply is not ready for prime time and the age of hybrids is far more ready to take over from standard Internal Combustion.

[@nosoupforyou425]

Only Prius that I can stomach to look at

[@ScotStormes-k1w]

The only thing that is a little weird about the redesigned Prius is that the speedometer gauge is kind of blocked by the steering wheel. If one can live with this, then otherwise the car looks great and the gas mileage is fantastic.