Thanks! Yeah it really just made sense. Especially since the best deal on a used 2017 Prius I was looking at that was 4 hours away (in a more populated area) had 60k miles on it and they wanted $22,500 for it. So for less than $4000 more I got a brand new one with 46 miles on it and all the warranties.
Congratulations on you new Prius. I actually like the “lower” trim of the Prius. The interior doesn’t have that massive but slow reacting touchscreen. I agree that Toyota toned down the controversial look of this generation. It truly is a perfect commuter car. I’m looking forward to my XL Hybrid when and if it arrives. But if there is any funny business with the delivery . I wouldn’t hesitate getting a Prius or Corolla Hybrid instead.Well, that happened fast but I went to browse the local Toyota dealer to see what they had to test drive, and ended up walking out with a 2022 Prius Eco L for just a smidge over MSRP ($500) after talking them down from their $2000 market adjustment. I’m pretty happy with the purchase and it ended up coming out to almost exactly what my XLT hybrid was going to cost and it’s the same color as my mav. The 2022 has much more “normal” and simpler styling than the previous generation which I really like and is supposed to be the most fuel efficient yet which will suit my needs as a commuter. I’m still going to lurk on this forum though since my Dad has a maverick on order as well
Thank you all for your input and recommendations!
What? No! I bought my 3 Touring level Prius in 2017 for just over $26k. It doesn't have any of what you describe. The seats are at the same level as my former Ford Escape and adjust up and down just like the Maverick. I can't say it wouldn't scrape in a steep driveway, but it's never happened to me in either of my Prii. I was a passenger in a Maverick yesterday, and there's no noticeable difference in the height or driving experience.
No doubt it’s a perfect vehicle for most. My Dad has been wanting a truck but doesn’t want the crappy mileage, so he’s getting rid of his Nissan Versa for a hybrid maverick and I really think it will be perfect for him and his needs. Like I said I need the larger bed and 4x4, and the Prius literally gets right around 4x better mileage than my Tacoma so I think it will be great for everything I don’t need a truck for, and will save me about $450 a month in fuel which is insane.
New it was around 40K out the door.
I, uh... find that hard to believe. Someone at work has a Prius and even a casual eyeballing says my Maverick's seats are higher up.
The Prius will have a much smoother suspension. It would potentially be a better commuter than the Maverick, but has poor visibility compared to the Maverick.
Same reasons for me as my 66 year old bones do not like falling into or pulling up out of my 2015 Honda Fit Ex.
It's up to you really but you def will be far happier w/ that new Maverick truck than an older Prius ..promise that! At least you ordered before they stopped taking orders due to overwhelming response to new Maverick. I have a new Maverick Lariat FX4 & newer '20 Ranger XLT FX4. I use my Maverick as daily driver to keep mis low on my sweet Ranger. If you dont pick up that new Maverick on order the dealer will have no probs selling it. Waiting list at dealers Is long I hear. Best of luck 2ya!
