Overview & Reviews

For the 2005 Toyota Prius, a rear wiper is now standard, the sun visor material has been changed from vinyl to fabric, and the Smart Entry and Start system has been renamed the Smart Key System.

• Outstanding mileage, ultralow emissions, generous amount of interior room, hatchback utility, reasonable price, excellent build quality.

• Less power than other midsize sedans, some confusing controls, real-world driving results in lower mileage than the window sticker suggests.

User Reviews:

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  My Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Mike - March 7 - 9:00 am

  Great car that is very well thought out. It seems like Toyota thought about everything. But I am a b it disappointed in the fact that there have been two recalls.

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  More than expected - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By b_miller - February 21 - 4:56 am

  I was expecting great gas mileage, I was expecting legendary Toyota quality. I was not expecting the power that this sub 100 horsepower engine put out. Very quick acceleration considering it has something like 73 HP. Very good cargo space, seats folding flat is a great plus as well. Car drives very smooth, and handling is responsive. Car seems to have a very light but noticable shift/transition from electric power to gas. Overall a great car, I would rate a 8.5 out of 10. Gas mileage is amazing and get up and go is more than adequate. Would recommend.

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  Best Decision I made this year! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Laura - February 21 - 1:00 am

  I love this car for the most part. Getting used to all of the electronic gadgetry is a bit daunting, but its new and innovative and real saver on gasoline. As a commuter, this is a great car that will inevitably save me much in expected gas costs, but it is not a car for hauling mulch or strapping kayaks to for a road trip. The inside cargo space is better than adequate and can likely meet most minor hauling needs. It definitely seats 4 people comfortably, if necessary.

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  We love our Prius - especially w/ $4 gas - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By tim - February 16 - 11:56 pm

  We love our Prius - great hauling capacity with hatch and flip-down rear seats. We are especially glad that we own it since gas is now over $4 a gallon.

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  Great Car/Poor Interior Cloth Choice - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Scott Bui - February 16 - 5:13 pm

  This is definitely the best car I have ever driven in my life. This is an extremely fun to drive, quiet, head- turner. We live in the hills in the suburbs of Los Angeles and get about 43-45 MPG with the A/C on and around 48-50 MPG without the A/C. Trunk space is amazing with the 60/40 split from the back seats. Im probably the only one in the U.S. using the Prius to pick up CARGO SHIPMENTS. Normally pick up around CARGO boxes (up to 8 boxes 400 lbs) from LAX to my office.

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  Prius Fan - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Jay - February 16 - 3:30 pm

  The world looks a lot greener at 50 mpg! Im averaging about 49 through my first 5000 miles. As others have commented, this car changes your driving habits; after watching the Prius information display for a while, you could probably learn to get better mileage from any car. (Most revealing to me is the realization that mileage is always lowest when the engine is cold. Link your trips!) But theres more to the Prius than great mileage. Its stylish, roomy, and comfortable; it performs well; and its lots of fun to drive.

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  Best car Ive had - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Joel Dorfman - February 10 - 10:50 pm

  Id love this car even if it didnt have very low emissions and great gas mileage. Its small, yet roomy. Quiet, responsive and attractive. I feel proud to drive it.

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  Prius Breathe Easy - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Stella Wella - February 1 - 4:10 am

  2005 Prius got 47 miles to gallon in first 1000 miles. Great ride is better than Lexus IS300. Car handles prefectly at low soeed and excellently at high speed. Can easily accelerate past obnoxious highway traffic. It greet fun although just a half inch away from looking homely.

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  The best car Ive ever had - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Marque Sussman - January 31 - 5:20 am

  This car is fun to drive! It gets great mileage, as advertised, around 50 mpg. It looks great. It is extremely comfortable and has a huge amount of leg room in the rear seat. The heater and a/c are terrific. The radio and 6 CD changer are excellent quality. The GPS system and maps are tremendously helpful when in unfamiliar locations.

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  Very efficient, reliable, high operation - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By honman - January 29 - 10:46 am

  Efficient, reliable, good fuel mileage, smooth ride, but lacks power on hilly ride.