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auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Buy one now!!! truly amazing hybrid.

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:24:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jtmcculloch - I am A ASE Certified Master Auto Technican and the Toyota Prius is the most technologically advanced automobile I have ever seen. I is a true marvel. I got mine in Feb 2001 and as of july 2008 I have about 48,000 miles on it. It is low milaeage due to...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Beware of Transmission Failures

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 13:45:40 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author pkamm - Up until now (91K) I have had no problems. I have kept my 2001 Prius well-maintained. However, last week I noticed a humming coming from the engine area. I brought it to a dealer in my area and it was diagnosed as a transmission failure. The cost:...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Little big car

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 19:35:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author waltr - When the 2001 Prius was announced, I wasted little time putting in my order. My previous two cars, Chevy Sprint and Geo Metro, both got 50 MPG, so I was excited when Toyota announced the Prius. Finally a solid 4 door sedan that broke the 50 MPG barrier...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Awesome Little Car

Fri, 26 May 2006 12:18:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author melrowsey - I love my car. That's about all I can say. I bought my car gently used. It's a 2001 model, but I got it in 03. I have taken it from about 23,000 miles to about 69,000 miles in three years with no major hiccups. I bought the car because I attend a small...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Prius 4 year Report Card

Sun, 23 Oct 2005 19:38:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jppennypacker - I purchased my Prius in October 2001 and it is now October 2005 and I have been very pleased so far. It took about a week of driving time to become accustomed to the feel and layout of the car. I have now put on 56,000 miles in the span of those 4...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Less Dirty Than the Others

Fri, 15 Jul 2005 15:14:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author saha6818 - Remembering that a "green" car still dumps the exhaust in the back where the driver, at least, can't smell it, my Prius keeps it to a minimum. The electric system provides some extra power when necessary, and Toyota filled it well with extras. I like the...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: UK Prius owner's views

Sat, 20 Jul 2002 10:03:09 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author pete_b - These are the views of a British Prius fan.

I have been interested in the Prius since it appeared on a technology TV programme around 1997 (when it was launched in Japan). I had long thought someone ought to make a car based along similar...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Green, but great anyway!

Mon, 27 May 2002 12:11:52 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author tdonoughue - I had a Maxima, so I thought that I would not be impressed by any little, environmentally-friendly, hybrid car. After all, the engine had to be comparable to a rubber band, right? And it was so small. I was very wrong.

The first test drive...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Prius: Still a good buy.

Thu, 28 Mar 2002 01:02:58 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author nedhop - Nine months after buying my 2001 Prius I am less enthusiastic about the car than I was in the beginning. Despite careful driving -- my eyes often glancing at the mpg display -- I average 'only' about 43mpg around town. Contrary to EPA estimates, I get a...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: I Love Mine!

Thu, 17 Jan 2002 00:43:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author diffferent1 - Rather than repeat all the praise, I wanted to pass along that this has been the most enjoyable car I have owned in my 31 years of driving. It's a small car that feels quite close to a luxury car in fit, finish, smoothness and quiet. Sure, it's no...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: 26,000 mile report (updated)

Mon, 10 Dec 2001 17:37:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author natsmada - I have owned my Prius since September '01 and have enjoyed all of the miles that I have put on this wonderful car! I have not had any problems with it so far and I feel that it is the finest vehicle that I have ever owned! It is the only 4 door SULEV...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: King of the Mountain

Fri, 27 Jul 2001 01:34:31 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author maestro2010 - I took advantage of my local Toyota dealership's over-the-weekend test drive program and really put this little booger through its paces. I was not surprised by the great economy, I expected that. I was shocked at its performance in the mountains and...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Prius - Do the Math

Fri, 27 Jul 2001 00:18:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author raroach - I test drove a 2001 Toyota Prius at the local dealership. It was different from the many other test drives I have been taking recently. They only had one and the car was owned by Toyota, Inc. I had to sign a form to drive it. They told me that if I...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: A fun and intelligent car

Sun, 22 Jul 2001 15:25:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msfleck - My first desire to get a hybrid car was purely based on the concept. I just wanted to have one of the first cars which (hopefully) would replace the modern gas-only engines. While I realize now that the hybrid really isn't the future of the auto...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Test driven for consideration as a company car. Perfect rental car.

Mon, 2 Jul 2001 16:34:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author nad_masters - Disclaimer

I test driven this car with the MR2 (please read about it on my other ePinions). As such, I did not spend a great deal with it, so please keep this in mind.

A Hybrid for Every Tom, Dick, and Joan

At last, a...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Why Buy? Because Prius Accessories are Available! And its a Great Car!

Sat, 30 Jun 2001 14:48:07 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author coastal_dave - The Toyota Prius is an amazing car. The cutting edge technology leaves you excited for the future with a promise of a better place for everyone to live; cleaner air; less dependence on gas products and fossil fuels. So, everyone is able to benefit from...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Perfection? No! Still great? Yep!

Thu, 17 May 2001 23:39:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author alanr01 - Well, I finally got tired of fixing my '97 Camry, and when the warranty expired so did my patience with the thing. So, I went to my local Toyota dealer and test drove a Prius.

I was in for a surprise; this thing was as big inside as my Camry...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Promising, Maybe 2002 Model Year...

Sun, 15 Apr 2001 00:18:30 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author erikoliver - Ok. I live in California, more specifically, Northern California so gas prices are a rather sensitive issue for me with a gallon of unleaded reaching for $2.10 already. So, I'm looking for a fuel efficient and dare I say environmentally friendly car...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Prius Buying and Driving Tips & SECURITY UPDATE

Thu, 22 Mar 2001 01:39:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author benjaminyoung - UPDATE: After 2 years of ownership, I still marvel at the technology behind this car and enjoy driving my Prius more than ever. I also now own a Honda Insight -- another hybrid marvel and a FANTASTIC car, if only for specific lifestyles.

This...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Found a Prius Cruise Control that Works!

Tue, 20 Mar 2001 23:34:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author shannonk97 - Purchase Experience:

We bought our Prius in August of 2000. It arrived in January of 2001. This can be problematic if you are financing your car with a trade-in. We were not, but if we had, the trade-in would have been a year older and worth less...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: The most fun I've ever had driving

Tue, 20 Feb 2001 18:55:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author mgaston - I had been following with anticipation the development of hybrid electric/gas technology for years, anxiously awaiting its arrival on the consumer market. When it finally became "orderable" in July 2000, I made sure I was the first on my block (probably...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Feels like you are driving a starship

Tue, 30 Jan 2001 22:31:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cglassey - I've been very interested in the technology ever since it was first announced in mid-1997. I've wanted to do my part to help air quality in the place where I live. I'm a technophile. I have a family and I sometimes need to drive three children around...

auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Next Generation, is here Now

Fri, 29 Dec 2000 15:39:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author believeme1 - The Prius is the beginning of a new wave of cars. This car is great in all aspects, specifically for people that environmentally conscious. The Prius will save you money and you don't have to charge up this electric/gas aoutomobile.

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auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: Combo Car

Sun, 26 Nov 2000 00:59:50 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author NoRiCe4u - With the dawning of the 21st century at hand, car companies are seeking to diversify their selections. And the environment-friendly vehicles lead the fad. The Toyota Prius is one of them, as well as one of the best; so here we go...!

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auto Make-2001 Toyota Prius: WOW!!!

Fri, 17 Nov 2000 21:45:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author chalstea - Wow! Cool! Quiet! Those are just a few of the words I've used to describe my dark green 2001 Toyota Prius Hybrid! It is a truly amazing vehicle. If you're reading this review, then I'm sure you already know it is a hybrid gas/electric car!

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