2006 Toyota Prius

Pros: $10,000 gas savings (over 10years), ride, quietness, roomy, fast, well made, durability.

Cons: Rear visibility, vague steering, increased fuel use from heater and A/C.

The Bottom Line: Not flashy for impulse buyers. It's roomy, comfy, speedy, quality. Gets high miles per gallon, low soldiers per gallon. Psychology and politics aside, it's a great mid size car.

Review: Surprisingly Excellent
I put 5,000 miles on this car in the first 2 weeks. I filled up only 8 times while driving 65 MPH all over Arizona, Nevada and California through mountains and mostly on freeways. This car costs nothing to own and...

Pros: Performs as advertised, is Toyota quality, many standard features, completely ingenious, saves money

Cons: A Corolla is cheaper, requires slight skill to get 60mpg

The Bottom Line: Today's hybrids have few drawbacks. With rising gas costs, can you afford not to own one?

Review: The dealer didn't give us much of a discount on our 2006, Seaside Blue, tech package Prius. He didn't have to. The demand for the Prius right now is so unholy that the car we looked at on December 23, 2005, a silver '05 Prius, was gone when we...

Pros: Second best gas mileage on the market, but far more practical than the Insight.

Cons: Price adds up quick. Toyota love to nickle and dime you to death. Availability limited.

The Bottom Line: One of the best all-around cars on the market today.

Review: I got pulled into the buying process for my sister's new Prius. I thought she was nuts. I was wrong. I was very impressed. I have driven a V6 Accord with everything on it for the last 6 years, and I didn't think highly of hybrids, until this car...

Pros: Great quality and fuel economy and a fun, practical car to drive.

Cons: Spendier than non-hybrids, unknown long-term maintenance issues.

The Bottom Line: The Prius is an outstanding value across the board in terms of quality and performance. It is a pleasure to drive and a pleasure to pass gas stations.

Review: The 2006 Prius is the latest in the continuing development of Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive system. This technology is being applied in the Highlander and two Lexus models, all of which are designed for performance with economy whereas the Prius is...

Pros: Great Economy,quite,A/C dosn't drag down acceleration, hatchback.Steering wheel controls.Electric in traffic.

Cons: Styling.High acceleration engine noise.Seat fabric.No off button on traction control.Seating position.

The Bottom Line: I would buy this car again, we are very happy with it and now drive alot more since we don't have to spend too much on gas.

Review: I have 16,000 miles on my 06 Prius, and love it. I almost bought a Honda Civic Hybrid, but after a 2 months of research, decided to get the Prius. I will explain some differences and why I chose the Prius. The technical part will come later.
...

Pros: Impressive gadget Environmental statement

Cons: Expensive

The Bottom Line: I like Prius, but it's not for everyone. Read carefully about it before you buy it!

Review: We've all ready how spacious it is, and how good it is for the environment, etc. But here's an opinion of someone who's owned one and enjoys driving a car. (My other choice was Mini Cooper-S).

What other 'non-prius' owners say:
I get...

Pros: MPG! Quirky, but in a good way.

Cons: Poor seats, Toyota nav system.

The Bottom Line: Even with small to moderate attention to the car, you will achieve impressive fuel economy. And... it's not a compromise.

Review: Well, I have nearly 1500 miles and six weeks on my 2006 Prius, so I finally feel qualified to write a review.

I've leaned towards performance for quite a number of years. Perhaps that was in reaction to my first car (a used '81 Olds...

Pros: Gas mileage, Smart Key, technology, hatchback, tax credit, resale value

Cons: Tax credit bummer, Handling, ride, poor mileage on short trips, acceleration

The Bottom Line: Tax credit. Gas mileage. Resale value. Just buy one.

Review: Update 5/2007

If you are getting a hybrid for the tax break, beware. Although we should have received $3150, due to other tax credits, we only got about $1600. I have found that people with kids or education credits usually do not...

Pros: It hasen't blown up or died on freeway yet.

Cons: Loud. Poor service. Shoddy parts. Not close to advertised MPG - even changing driving style

The Bottom Line: Don't buy it for the 60/50 MPG. Too much work to get close to 40MPG city. FYI, the battery can do more than it is now.

Review: Update: The buzz has worn off. I have not had a small car in years and it is fun to drive in the city bit a gas hog at 32 -38.5MPG still. How long is this so-called "break-in period" supposed to last? What a piece of junk. The JBL speakers are...

Pros: Great ride, better acceleration than my previous Camrys and good fuel economy.

Cons: Poor rear visibility and gas mileage that is good, but not what is advertised.

The Bottom Line: Some adjustments to make, but BUY IT!

Review: I purchased this car after owning 3 consecutive Camrys because I thought it was a prudent thing to do AND I didn't really have to compromise on what I wanted in a car. That being, the driving experience, comfort and affordable. I am NOT the status...