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 best car ever! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By merriama - October 11 - 5:50 am

  Ive owned eight (8) vehicles during my driving lifetime, and this car tops them all. Driving my Toyota Prius is a true pleasure. Its comfortable, pretty, and energy efficient. Because I want to maximize my MPG, Im more conscious of staying within the speed limit. I also enjoy knowing that in a small way, driving this hybrid has a more positive impact on the environment than a regular gas fueled vehicle.

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  Aint nuthin like a Prius! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Jack Johnson - October 5 - 11:13 am

  This is the best car Ive ever owned Its fun to drive, and makes my in-laws cry when I tell them I use less then 8 gallons of gas every 400 miles. My average mileage for 30,000 miles is a tad over 51. I drive at 6,500 feet, 55 miles each way to work.

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  Excellent Gas Mileage and what features! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Carlos Shepherd - September 26 - 9:56 pm

  When I got the fully loaded Prius (2005) I had trouble keeping my eyes on the road as I drove this baby home! So much eye candy! The Navigational System is awesome and the 9 speaker, 6 CD in dash player simply ROCKS! I commute to work 60 miles one way, (120 round trip) and driving this state of the art machine makes my commute a whole lot easier!

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  Great Car in the Snow - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Jane A - September 18 - 2:33 pm

  This has been a great car for me in Alaska. Of course, I upgraded from a 1991 Toyota Corolla All Trac with 180,000 miles on it so it is really hard to say how it would compare to any other new vehicle. It handles very well in the snow with the steering stabilizing (or whatever it is called) option. I have some troubles going up snowy/icy hills though. The car just shuts off. Last winter I had it in a carport in Anchorage and it did fine. This winter I have moved to the much colder interior and really need a garage for the vehicle when it dips down below 20 below 0. It is really comfortable to drive and the gas mileage is great. During the winter I am averaging about 35-39 mpg.

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  One Sweet Car - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Bev42 - August 29 - 8:46 pm

  I waited from 6/28 to 10/29 for delivery and I received exactly the vehicle I wanted-pkg #6, a 2005 salsa red pearl loaded. I drove home from the dealership on the freeway at 60 - 65 mph and I got 47 mpg! Two weeks later, I filled the gas tank for approx $14! I had already driven my sons 2004 with pkg #8, so I wasnt surprised by the quiet motor, smooth ride, and good pick-up. I sat in the drive the next day with the engine turned on (not a sound) the car in park learning the mapping system and setting up the Bluetooth link with my Motorola V600 cell phone. (20 minutes) The mapping system later guided me directly to a hotel 190 mls away.

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  Carolyns Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Gordon Peltonen - August 26 - 9:33 pm

  Our Prius is an excellent automobile in every respect. We have driven it on a long trip through the mountains and snow, city driving, hot weather, rain and it performed beautifully. On a long trip we never got tired of riding and were very comfortable. The engine has plenty of power and zip for its size, even accelerating up the mountains of Colorado. We are glad that we were patient enough to wait for it, eight months, it was worth every minute and cent we paid.

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  $$$ Saver !!! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Les & Huong - August 24 - 10:00 am

  skepticism was my first feeling but it was won over by the gas saving feature. The voice activation is a bit "clumsy" (ie "AM" vs. "ATM") but we work around it. Constant MPG tells us our economy which is good. Only one some thing I find is the body in which can be improved to look like a car rather than a "Jetsons" car. It is economical for the one wantting to save gas and preserve the world, but for the power hungry driver (as I am), not one to have in your driveway. Thanks Toyota for the car, more money to spend on the wife.

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  Love My Prius! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Love My Prius - August 8 - 11:03 am

  Cannot believe how much power the Prius has! Impressed the guys at the office! Great design, everything is in the right place. Fab gas mileage at around 60/gal! Wonderful body styling; MANY drivers slow down to check out my Prius, then speed up to get a view of the front. Very nice Smart Key entry: keep the key in a pocket, briefcase or purse, approach the car and pull on the door handle. Its now unlocked without having to pull out the Smart Key / remote. Starts without pulling out the Smart Key / remote, too. Cant say enough positive things about the Prius! Theres normally a waiting list but I got it right off the showroom floor - VERY fortunate. LOVE MY PRIUS

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  05 Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By houstonprius - August 6 - 7:36 pm

  I have owned my 05 Prius for about two and half months (took delivery in March 05) after waiting over a year to get it. Im enjoying this car more than any other Ive owned! Current MPG since taking delivery is just under 49. I drive 5o miles to and from work, speeds averaging 30-40 mph. Two kids in car seats fit great in the back. Acceleration has never been a problem, but Ive had limited highway driving in the car. Rapid acceleration does lower fuel economy, with which Ive been a little obsessed: hopefully afte a little while Ill shut off the mileage gauge and just drive! Cabin noise nonexistent, especially when on electric, you barely even know the car is on! Im loving it!

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  2005 Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By John - July 26 - 6:16 pm

  I average 55+ MPG with my Prius. I find that I have changed my driving habits to achieve this mileage. Im slow off the line and use the cruise control regularly. These make the biggest difference. Im 6 6" and the ride is roomy and comfortable.