Overview & Reviews

The 2004 Toyota Prius is completely redesigned with a larger overall size, more power, better mileage and even more available features.

• Outstanding mileage, ultralow emissions, hatchback utility, reasonable price, excellent build quality.

• Less power and room than other midsize sedans, center-mounted gauges not intuitive.

User Reviews:

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  Immediate decision thanks to internet - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By maxvok - January 10 - 10:00 am

  General impression is very positive but after 800 miles I had a flat auxilliary battery without any apparent reason, which was covered by the warranty. This is the first new car I bought in 50 years after only a few hours surfing on the internet, usually I required weeks to study/compare brochures and could still not decide. The trial trip was a formality and hardly spoke to salesman who knew less than I as the car was introduced in the Netherlands only a few days before; bought the only available showroom car as another dealer had then already delivery time of 4+ months

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  Winner - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By prius0304 - January 5 - 10:00 am

  An outstanding car for urban and distance driving, averaging 46-48 mpg. Torque provides all the acceleration needed. However, the ride can be harsh on rough surfaces and the navigation system is quirky. The navigation can be very useful but the driver needs to think for herself in deciding whether to follow its directions.

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  2004 Toyota Prius - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By four door std hatchb - January 1 - 6:03 pm

  Great ride, great mileage, great handling. Slightly cramped space for me in passenger seat. Poor visibility to the rear for driver. Plan to buy an 07 for myself and give the 04 to my fiance.

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  A Best Buy - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Barbara Wilson - December 19 - 5:50 pm

  I waited four months for my Prius and it was well worth the wait! I love driving it, the fold down back seats make it easy to carry big loads, and it gets an average of 45mpg. After I bought mine, three friends followed suit, so now there are four Prius in the parking lot at our health club. We all believe that saving on fossil fuels is a true American value, and so is cutting down on air pollution. My sister and one of my daughters are next in line to get theirs!

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  04 Prius-Great Car but could be Better - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Raines1 - December 9 - 2:00 am

  The 2004 Toyota Prius is a pleasure to drive, it turns heads & begs for people to ask questions & to look inside. But a few caveats. 1st-The cruise control is attached to the steering wheel (not the column). I cant find it when turning a corner. 2nd-We have both hit the drive control knob by accident and shifted into dynamic braking mode (doesnt hurt the car but I wonder about the car suddenly slowing while going 70 mph with a semi on your tail). 3rd - With light rain/Freezing temps, the gas access door froze shut & no way to easily open it. I hit the access door to free it then used a ball-point pen to wedge it open. Its not really winter yet!!!

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  Be careful with fuel gauge! - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Len Renfer - December 3 - 2:00 am

  MPGs very dependent on outside temperature and amount of hills you encounter. Surprisingly good amount of interior room and comfort. Only problem is the fuel gauge. Ive discovered that consistently when I have a flashing E signifying empty I still have a third of a tank left. The fuel tank capacity varies with temperature, can be as little over 9 gallons. Running out of gas is not good for this hybrid and the dealer had to recalibrate. Dealer has done nothing and Toyota headquarters states that they are "working on" problem

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  Somewhat Disappointed - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Gianni - December 3 - 2:00 am

  This is just a beautifully designed, comfortable, intriguing vehicle. But my feelings are overshadowed by one thing: the poor gas mileage. You may not feel the same. I think it depends on one thing: what is your PRIMARY purpose in buying the vehicle? Mine was fuel economy. So that was the essence of my bargain. I only got 34 mpg on the first two full tanks. On my third tank I am babying my driving to milk every last mile out of a gallon and looks like Ill get 40 mpg with total concentration on fuel economy. Bottom line: be mindful of the true gas mileage when you buy.

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  The Best Yet - Better than my Mercedes - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By GJAYW - December 3 - 2:00 am

  I love driving my new "TOY" [when I can get to it before my husband does]. It performs beautifully and I am still learning about all of the functions that it offers. After having owned and driven Chevys, Buicks, Toyotas and Mercedes-Benz this is by far the most fun. It performs beautifully on accelerating and the gas mileage is all you could ask for.

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  6 Month/7,000 Mile Review - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Greener than thou - November 29 - 10:00 am

  I was lucky enough to buy one with only a 2 week wait. Reliability is great. Mileage has been a bit less than EPA; my average was about 46-48 during cold weather but has risen to 50 mpg in the spring (and is also highly dependent on tire pressure-I neglected this and ran out of gas once; luckily the battery had enough juice to make it to a nearby gas station. I dont recommend trying this.) The hybrid really shines in bumper-to-bumper traffic, when battery power alone is enough to creep along. It handles well, although it is buffeted by strong winds. Acceleration is reasonably quick (faster than my wifes Honda CRV).

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  Great Prius - 2004 Toyota Prius
  By Elizabeth J. KIkuchi - November 22 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car and the most comfortable car we have owned in 50 years.