How many miles can a Toyota Prius go?
A Toyota Prius design-team member told me Prius is the most over-engineered car in car history. To me, that means you can add another 100,000 miles, getting you to 500,000 Miles. My 2004 has 322,000 miles. Burned a quart of oil every 800 miles and needed a hybrid battery.
How much does a 2008 Toyota Prius cost?
How Much Does the Used 2008 Toyota Prius Cost? We can tell you the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Prius begins at just under $22,000, but there is no guarantee you’ll find one for that price.
Are there any issues with the Toyota Prius?
The only major issue to date is a slow oil leak. A non-certified Prius specialist company mechanic told me it is well worth it to keep adding oil, and added that 2nd gen prius’s Rather than 3rd actually leak less oil, and they recommend them. Battery failure is always an expensive risk, but it seems manageable.
How often should you change the oil on a Toyota Prius?
I do recommend to change the oil more frequently though (every 3,000 miles as opposed to the manufacturer’s recommended 5,000 miles) as higher mileage engines burn a little oil.
When did the Toyota Prius first come out?
Toyota Prius. More than a car, it is a lifestyle and a movement that has been changing people since 1997. The Eco-conscious vehicle was a massive shock to the automotive industry. Many hated the car for what it stood for.
What makes a Toyota Prius last so long?
Toyota built the Prius as a car that would last. They created it to be eco-friendly and in more ways than just a fuel miser. Prius takes less engine and transmission oil. The coolant is changed far less often, and the brakes last what seems to be like forever.
Why do people hate the Toyota Prius so much?
Many hated the car for what it stood for. Still, as time has gone one, many “haters” have now embraced the technology and found that the future is exciting. Toyota built the Prius as a car that would last. They created it to be eco-friendly and in more ways than just a fuel miser. Prius takes less engine and transmission oil.
How much does a 2007 Toyota Prius cost?
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Can a Toyota Prius battery last 250, 000 miles?
One Toyota Prius owner tells all. Exactly one year ago, Torque News did a story asking, “Can a Prius Battery Last 250,000 Miles?” The answer, of course, is “Yes!” The story was courtesy of Jesse Rudavsky. Jesse is a green vehicle advocate and contributor behind the scenes to Torque News.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ChUAvOVMiM