2013 Toyota Prius v consumer reviews

We recently bought 2013 Prius V 2. It is not the fanciest or most exciting car to drive. But it provides enough space for our family (2 + 2) and fuel efficiency, which we care most. Despite the winter condition in PA, it averages 41-42 mile/gallon so far. All those energy use indicators educate you to be a better driver. There are no matches in this category.

I am getting 44.8 miles to the gallon. I have almost 900 miles on the car and I finished my second tank of gas and just started my third tank of gas. I am amazed and very happy that I purchased this car

I am getting 47 + miles in combined city and highway driving. Great car! We got the base model - not a lot of bells and whistles but I have cut my fuel costs by 21/2 times.

I love the drive, the look, the feel, the gas mileage and the feel overall. Don't like that the headlights don't have automatic running lights on model III of the Prius V. The doors only unlock on driver's side and need to be manually opened from driver's side. You can only lock car from driver's side (unless you use remote). Interior storage space leaves room for improvement. CD is only a single one and not a multiple disc charger. Just letting of my Highlander 2003 - limited version. That one had more amenities than the middle version of the Prius V. I also chose "bisque" as interior color, yet the floor mats and some panels are dark grey. I was told AC runs off battery, yet fuel mileage clearly proves that it reduces gas mileage. This is my first ever new car. A lot of excitement, yet also some disappointments. The function keys and console way to busy and distracting from what's going on on the road and with the vehicle. I had a couple of near misses as result. Wish I would have test driven vehicle more and asked more questions. If you can afford it go for the Prius V - five model. I hope it brings even more joy.

Just bought it. Past Prius owner and big Prius fan. 1. While I love the navigation and have already used it straight out of the dealer, there isn't a navigation visor out there for bright sunlight which should have been taken care of by Toyota when they designed the car but wasn't and no alternative company makes a visor for the Prius V although there is one for the Prius(NavCap). Is navigation worth the additional expense when all Garmin customers swear by the their windshield stuck on navigation? 2. Pandora and all the alternates come at the expense of your cellphone data. Smartphone data costs a fortune. I tried to hook my ipod touch up to the usb port and the entune system rejected it as too much power consumption. That was a huge disappointment to me since radio reception is tragic. Long road trips will demand entertainment just to keep you awake at the wheel. That CD player will be your main entertainment past the 90 day satellite honeymoon and the CD player may not last that long. Your auxillary port is a joke in the Prius V 3. Buy navigation for navigation. The rest is false advertising in my limited experience. 3. I love the Bluetooth. It is so great to be able to answer a cellphone wirelessly but it will require a smartphone with data coverage and it ain't cheap. 4. It is an economy car. You would be well advised to buy a bumper guard, a cargo mat liner as my prior Toyota Prius cargo mat leaked liquids from a grocery store newly bought item. I'm investing in floor liners even though the black floor mats in your car will hide dirt, it will affect resell value. The console cover between the front seats is cheap which, while comfortable to lean your arm on and I did, will wear out by 100K miles. I'm used to the cheap plastic Prius steering wheel but those of you who do need this downsizing from luxury cars might want to buy such a leather wheel wrap accessory. Those of you used to automatic light turnoff had better spend the money for the Prius V 5 because it is manual in the Prius V 3. Spare is same size wheel but thinner tire so you won't to drive on it a long time but need to replace it quickly. No fog lights- have to buy Prius V5-I didn't need them. 5. Be prepared for the hard sell on prepaid warranty which won't cover brakes, brake pads and tires. 6. Toyota, if you at all read these reviews, address some of these issues and if necessary tack on the expense to redress these issues or lose future car sales. 7. Resell value will be there for this car because families will like this car. It's nice to have the extra cargo space and the rear seats are comfortable for those of you driving 2-3 additional people. Overall I am pleased with the car. These are glaring problems easily seen once you've actually bought the car. I loved the gas consumption in my old Prius and anticipate I will love that in this car too while I will cherish the extra cargo space although it costs me some gas mileage.

I love this car! Handles well, safe, large as a small SUV and gets about 45 mpg!! The only thing I would change is the radio controls are confusing. Mine has a navigation system and leather heated seats, just adorable inside and out!

Pro Great car , used for one month, M/G 42 combined decent power, very smooth and quiet engine. lots of space for a tall guy, both in the front and back seat. Con Ugly exterior design , entune not user friendly and cheap looking. upolstry fabrics cheap quality& noback up sensors

Can't believe the gas milage we are getting with the Prius v.Our average is 50.3 and we have driven it for over 1000 miles.Granted we live in a rural area,but if in a traffic jam our Prius goes to electric and does not use a lot of gas. We love it.

The Prius V III is missing a ton of stuff that other cheaper cars now have as standard equipment. Beware of dealers and make sure you bargain the stuff you want on the III before shelling out huge money. Was NOT told by dealer until I found out when using the car that features below are not included. Missing: 1. No auto shutoff headlights. You have to remember to shut off your lights! Pretty lame they don't have this feature most cars now have had for 20 years. 2. No intermittent wipers. You heard correctly. 3. No auto dimming mirror 4. No auto turn on headlights 5. No fog lights 6. No "stay on" running lights 7. Poor cloth seats and cheap plastic finished trim inside the III car. For example: The back lid cover is a poorly cut piece of vinyl with no finished edge! Seats and steering wheel are super tiny and not that great for large people. Upgraded to after market leather if you can. Check and make sure you are getting what YOU think you are paying for. These cars are shorting you! Don't assume common features are included. Make a check list before you go and get the car.

MY WIFE AND I BOUGHT THE PURISV FIRST IN FLORIDA WE LOVED IT. WE BROUGHT IT BACK HOME IN MAY 2013, WE BOUGHT THE CAR IN JANUARY 2013. WHEN WE GOT HOME WE HAD FOUND THT WE SPENT UNDER 100.00 DOLLARS TO COME HERE WE DROVE ABOUT 1255 MILES GREAT!! WE HIT A DEER AND TOTALED THE WHOLE CAR. WE BOUGHT A NEW ONE IN KINGSTON N.Y. THE SALESMAN WAS SO NICE WE SAVED ALOT OF MONEY. WOULD I BUY FROM THEM AGAIN YOUBET. BEST CAR IN THE WORLD THANKS!!!!