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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  2005 Toyota Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Stephen Boyd - September 13 - 8:33 am

  This car is a technological marvel for the price. Not only do I get to thumb my nose to OPEC but goodies like the on board navigation system, and the blue toothe cell phone capability are really quite impressive innovations. Making all features voice activated makes me feel like Im talking to the computer on the starship, Enterprise. Cargo space is actually very good with rear seats that fold down to give you a station wagon like cargo area. Engine is powerful enough with top speeds of 100 mph. I look forward to the time that Toyota finally takes the next step and brings us the plug in HEV, with mileage in the 100 to 250 MPG range, or provides an HEV conversion to current Prius owners.

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  Best decision I ever made - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By domingk - September 12 - 2:23 pm

  I have had my Prius for five days now and know this was the best car decision I have ever made. Due to demand, I paid more than I wanted to, but it is worth it. The car is so cool! Although it looks like a small car my family of four fits comfortably and we can haul our the kids sports equipment from place to place. The fuel economy doesnt live up to the sticker, but its still great. I have averaged 48 miles to the gallon. The features are very 21st century and do take some getting used to, but they are fun and easy to use. I would recommend this car to anyone.

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  Annoying quirks almost worth it - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By urbangranola - September 10 - 7:50 pm

  We bought the Prius to make a statement and vote with our wallets. The car is fine, overall. We average 48-50 mpg with 60% highway 40% city driving. Reviews that criticize mileage dont understand the EPAs tests, nor that Toyota cant advertise real world mpg - just the EPAs results. Our Prius hasnt given us any trouble, and performs surprisingly well when we need horsepower (accelerating onto freeway, getting out of trucks way). The dashboard is cheap and wears quickly, but the gauge display is cool. Keyless entry is a wonderful option with a small child, but the rear window design makes sunshades almost impossible. We understand why its automatic only, but really want a manual.

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  My Prius - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Carol Waldman - September 9 - 12:40 am

  The only complant I have is that the cars interior lighting at night was better. I find it hard to find some of the controls. Also, I wish it had the automatic door locks at say eight mph. and day running head lights. Other than that, I am very happy with the car and glad I bought it.

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  Some good, some bad. - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By rlovall - September 5 - 10:20 pm

  I own two of these cars. One has performed well with no problem and gets 50 mpg or better. The other has had the software glitch causing the car to shut off the gasoline engine, plus it only gets around 43-45 mpg at best. Oh yes, one more thing, if you plan on sitting in this car for more than 45 minutes you will need a seat cushion to sit on as these are the worst seats I have ever had in a car. The car is also hard to keep on the road in any kind of side wind.

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  So much better than expected - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Atrum Animus - September 2 - 5:40 pm

  My wife and I researched Hybrids for 3 years before finally buying our Prius. We are more than satisfied with our purchase. We immediately started saving more than $300 per month on gas. Now that gas prices have gone above $3.00 a gallon and are now hovering at about $2.70 we are saving closer to $425 per month. We actually average between 42 and 46 mpg but I have a lead foot and tend to set the cruise control on 80mph. If I can behave myself and go about 68 mph I average closer to 50 mpg on highway. My daily commute is about 80 miles round trip and this car has been a life saver over what our SUV used to cost getting 17 mpg on a good day. We recommend the Prius fully loaded.

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  Best car on the market - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By Mike Rankin - August 30 - 1:06 pm

  This is the best car I have ever owned!!! It was worth the 6 month wait to get it. It does not, however, get 60 city and 51 highway. I am getting between 47-51 mpg but I am plenty happy with that. I was surprised at the pickup for this hybrid. We got the total package with all the bells and whistles to include the navigator. Well worth the money and the wait. If GM doesnt get with this program then they are truly being run by dinosaurs. I never thought I would own anything but an American car but they simply cannot compare with the Toyota.

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  Best car Ive owned - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By MATTHEW - August 19 - 5:46 pm

  I used to own a Lexus LS 400 and, granted it was getting old but I find this car so fully advanced with navigation and bluetooth for my phone and most importantly the stability control. With front wheel drive and the VSC, the car handles so much better than the old Lexus. 50 miles plus per gallon and not polluting doesnt hurt.

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  Greatest car I ever owned - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By John Bilodeau - August 18 - 3:03 am

  I have a 2004. I have driven it 11,000 miles. I get 52 mpg in the spring , summer and autumn. In the winter months I am averaging about 47 mpg. Its fun to drive.The climate control is great. There is plenty of passenger room in the front and the back. There is also ample luggage storage in the back. Every thing works well all the times. No problems.The controls are user friendly and easy to use.It has plenty of muscle on the highway. No trouble passing.You cant feel the transmission shifting.

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  Great car - 2005 Toyota Prius
  By ken - August 11 - 8:13 pm

  I love this car. I suggest upgrading to the navigation/blue tooth phone/ keyless entry option.