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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  Efficiency all the way! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Airplane Pilot - October 19 - 7:30 pm

  I drive this car and it is always a pleasure to not have to stop for gas hardly ever. This car gets superb gas mileage, and although I do not think it is quite as good as the EPA suggests, it is still higher than ever! It is a slow accelerator, but the brakes work pretty well. I would rather have a leather interior and this does not have it. The seats are fairly comfortable, leg room is solid, but they could be better if they were soft leather. Dont spill anything on the seats, because you will have a heck of a time trying to get the stains out. The car turns well and is a solid performer in all areas, and it is oh so quiet. Luv efficiency and the cool little high-tech look!

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  My Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Steve - October 19 - 10:00 am

  I was especially surprised in how it can fit comfortably a person my size (6.3 and 280 lbs.) after 5 weeks it is averaging right at 53 miles per gallon. The satisfaction of knowing that it is the best for the environment makes it a real bargain. Mine is fully loaded so still have all the toys of luxury cars.

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  Excellent performance - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By artie - October 14 - 9:56 pm

  When 04 Prius came to market at first sight, I thought it might be a great car just for its look. I did more reasarch about it, I found out that the need of this car is so demanding. Since then, I have bought and sold about 6 of the 04 Prius. Drives so nice. So fun car to have at your driveway.

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  Love this car - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By kkister1492 - October 12 - 5:13 am

  Ive had this car for about 6 months andlove everything about it. The fuel economy, the near-zero emissions, the versatility of the hatchback and 60/40 back seats. My family of 4 fits perfectly and they are around 6 tall. Plenty of leg room and head room. Andthe gadgets are so much fun. Love the navigation system.

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  Prius Rules! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By AspenGirl - October 11 - 8:16 am

  My Prius is the best item I have ever purchased. Im getting an average 51 MPG and love driving it. Its really fun and responsive. The pick up is so much more than I expected. Stop considering it and just buy it! The next generation needs clean air! BTW...I gave up my loaded Sienna Van and have no regrets. The Prius is loaded with high tech fun and comfort!

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  Love my Prius! - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Beth - October 9 - 1:43 pm

  Ive never been so happy with a purchase. Its exceeded my expectations in almost every way. Even the non-believers (i.e., the SUV and pickup drivers I know) who have test- driven mine admit that its a great car. Ive actually discovered that you get the best mileage when you use the cruise control on a highway as long as you dont go over 70 mph.

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  Prius review - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By R Howard - October 9 - 10:23 am

  I have the most fun with this car. I have never owned a car that Ive enjoyed more. I like to see how many mile per gallon I can get by the tank. So far the best Ive gotten is 56 mpg. Its just plain fun.

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  Boring Toyota - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By john - October 4 - 5:36 am

  Not as economical or clean as Toyota claim, poor performance and slow when you want to feed in to a freeway or start off in heavy traffic, takes too long for petrol motor to start when you need the power, expensive servicing and not as reliable as people think a Toyota should be.

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  Johnnys Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Johnny Wirth - September 9 - 3:06 pm

  With fuel at $2.00 plus this is the only car to have. We get 52.3 mpg and even higher when we take longer trips. This car is way ahead of its time and were happy to be part of the Prius generation. The room in the back is fantastic as the back seats fold flat making for a lot of storage. The AC is great and all electric as is the power steering. Using AC motors we know the car will be in the junk yard way before those electric motors will give out. We cant wait until the Camry is out in hybrid especially if its the same set up as the Prius.

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  Prius overrated - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By tg - August 27 - 7:36 am

  The car has been recalled for steering problems and has died twice on the freeway because of another problem. I get anywhere from 38 to 41 mpg. I do take short drives to work on the freeway which reduces fuel efficiency apparently. The car handles poorly and is very top heavy and sways while Im driving especially if there is any wind at all. Its hard to see out the rear window. C+ rating.