Overview & Reviews
There are no significant changes for the 2009 Toyota Prius.
- Outstanding fuel economy, generous amount of interior space, easy to maneuver in tight spaces, high-tech and luxury goodies available.
- Less powerful and agile than other midsize sedans, uncomfortable for 6-foot-plus drivers, a few disappointing interior plastics.
User Reviews:
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Gas Mileage for my 2009 Prius Touring - 2009 Toyota Prius
By LeeAnn - June 18 - 5:40 amI just got my 2009 Toyota Prius Touring package 6 on Monday 19th. Im currently a little disappointed with the gas mileage, Ive only put 102 miles on the car at this point, & the cars screen indicates Im averaging 32.1 MPG. Hopefully this improves after Ive broken it in a little,
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Zero problems - 2009 Toyota Prius
By dickthebutcher - April 20 - 10:06 amI bought my 2009 Prius new and have now driven it for almost five years. It has just over 70,000 miles on it, and so far the only maintenance expenses Ive had are oil changes and one new set of tires. It still has the original brakes and they still arent showing signs of wear. Im not sure why so many others find the car uncomfortable -- Im six feet tall and have no problems. Ive driven to Florida from Pennsylvania in it and was never uncomfortable. Minor gripes: The gas tank does not fill up willingly after its about 80% full. You have to coax in the last few gallons little by little. I dont love its looks, either, but accept that trade-off to average 47 MPG year-round.
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My second Prius - 2009 Toyota Prius
By soboy - February 24 - 2:26 amMy wife has a 2005 Prius that we bought new and she loves it, so I sold my truck which got 14 mpg and bought a 2009 Prius touring. I just decided I wanted to be part of the solution rather than part of the problem. I got every option except leather. I am averaging 50 mpg over the last 6000 miles. Incredible mpg! I love the bluetooth, navigation, HID lights, smartkey and steering wheel controls. The touring model handles better than the standard Prius. Although I grew up in the muscle car era, the world is a far different place now. Global warming, peak oil and environmental destruction must be dealt with responsibly. Wasting resources is not a path to a sustainable future.
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THE Hybrid that beats all others - 2009 Toyota Prius
By jrays - February 1 - 8:56 amThis car is exactly what it is supposed to be. It is the best hybrid on the market. Toyota built it from the ground up as a hybrid, so it has a distinctive look and great features. Ive had my Seaside Pearl Prius with Package #6 for 3 months and I love it. All you have to do is get in it and drive. The switching between electric and gas is almost imperceptible. This car has an abundance of amenities that make it fun and interesting. The cabin is very flexible, allowing you to carry passengers and cargo with ease. The acceleration, comfort and ride are great.
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Peaceful and Content - 2009 Toyota Prius
By Phillip - January 6 - 5:19 pmFirst owned new vehicle ever. Absolutely flawless vehicle never had any trouble the only thing that needed to be replaced was the belt and the oil and the air filters. I departed my vehicle at 177,000 miles only because I had to upgrade to a larger car. Very sad day.
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Surprised me! - 2009 Toyota Prius
By Thom Bailey - December 24 - 1:10 pmMy wife wanted the Prius very badly and I was really turned off by the looks, but we took a test drive anyway about a year and a half ago. I was very surprised by the quality of the ride and handling. I still am surprised every time I drive the car. We live in the snowbelt of Ohio and with winter tires the vehicle is very dependable in snow and ice. Id seriously think of getting a second Prius when the time comes.
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not good in wet and snow - 2009 Toyota Prius
By leon - December 18 - 9:50 pmPrius is only good during dry weather and gives 45+ mpg average. During the last 2 winter season I always get worried I may not make it home because on uphill it would not make it. I always have to make a detour to reach home. In rainy or wet road -- slippage, the sensor get crazy. How come other small cars can make it on uphill with snow? Do I have to replace the tires that are more responsive to wet and snow? But these are the recommended tires for this car. I only have 21,000 miles to date. This is fun to drive but only on a dry road but not good on wet and snowy road of New Jersey.
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Fun! - 2009 Toyota Prius
By Conway - September 22 - 9:50 amSo I just got my package 6 Prius two weeks ago and love it! I traded in my BMW Z4 for it so I was really worried about it not having enough power since that was what I was used to but I am pleasantly surprised. I have driven it a lot already, about 1,000 miles and have averaged 45.9 mpg mostly freeway. It is extremely smooth, leather is much nicer then I thought and the keyless go, JBL, navi, back up camera and bluetooth are all amazing!
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Beats the the Civic hands down - 2009 Toyota Prius
By SteveB - August 27 - 5:23 pmBought the Prius May 2009 and love it. Had one as a rental car for a week and decided then that my next car was going to be a Prius. Thanks to Toyotas 0% interest, Im not a liar. We are averaging about 46 mpg with mostly interstate driving and some city. I have averaged as high as mid 50s on the interstate while still doing approx 65 mph. I think my wife just has a heavy foot when she drives. Traded in a 07 Civic and WOW, the Prius beats the Civic in every category, especially comfort and performance. I no longer feel like I am driving a college kids car. The dealer had aftermarket leather installed on the seats, but gave me a great deal on this car.
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2009 Prius - 2009 Toyota Prius
By SJM - May 29 - 12:06 amI have nearly 6,000 miles on my Prius so far and have not yet been able to break the 41 MPG average, despite an 80 mile per day commute - this is disappointing as the sole reason for purchasing the Prius was to gain maximum fuel efficiency. My hopes are that this will change as the weather starts to warm up, but, dont you think Toyota would have accounted for cold weather in the MPG ratings? Otherwise, I enjoy driving the Prius.
