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2010 Toyota Prius User Reviews

2010 Toyota Prius Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 26 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars 4.9 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 15 reviews
"ride" 11 reviews
"comfortable car" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"space" 3 reviews
CONS
"power" 5 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
"expensive car" 2 reviews
"fuel economy" 2 reviews

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Subbu writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Two Review
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Great Fuel Economy car! Average 50 mpg. No other model in this category even came closer to this one for years now! Great technology.

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Low power car. You can drive like a normal car, that will get you fuel range of only 35-40 mpg.

Subbu
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Little Dream — Very slim design with looks of a cute car. This nice little TOY is doing its JOB perfectly and keeping up to the expectations by saving the money on GAS! As long as I’m gentle to this TOY, it returns 50 mpg. In my rough times, it gave me 42 mpg! If you are obsessed with aggressive driving, I don't recommend this car to you! No major complaints. I may start to think about the battery after hitting 10 years or so on this car... by then, I may have plenty of options with current fuel prices!!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Matt writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Three Review
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To thumb my nose at the middle east and Texas!

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Will not win many drag races but so what?

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Unless Something Better Comes Along, I'll Buy Anohter. — The Prius is my second hybrid with a 2006 Civic as my first. The Civic would outrun the Prius on curvy roads and was a bit more fun to drive. I'm very impressed by the high degree of comfort, convenience and its ability to cruise comfortably at 90+ m.p.h. while achieving 45 m.p.g. with the Prius (Recent 225 mile trip home from NYC). Toyota made a wise decision to replace the smaller engine with the 1.8 Corolla engine. High build quality makes the car feel like it will stay new for many years and makes me feel like Toyota’s bad press is contrived. Even though this is not a high performance car, it is fun to drive and can achieve a respectable average speeds most anywhere. The most fun however is driving in the city when one's able to silently sneak up on people and cause them to stare and wonder how this car can pass silently. I also find it entertaining to beat the EPA 50 m.p.g. estimate. I recently achieved 51.3 m.p.g. on a round trip to Boston while setting my cruise control on 80 m.p.h. as often as I could (notice an emerging addiction?). I applaud an organization that can build a product that actually delivers what is promised. I eagerly await Toyota's plug-in Prius! I also eagerly await the Model S Tesla!

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Norka writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Four Review
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I purchased our 2010 Prius several months ago using this website to steer me toward the best available choices.  This car is extremely comfortable and deceptive in how much carrying capacity.  There is sufficient room for four adults and with the rear seat backs folded down, one can haul all kinds of stuff.  Having just had an small SUV for five years, I am not missing its hauling capacity.

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I can't find anything I don't like about this car!

Norka
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Great Prius — I especially liked the fact that this was a lease trade-in by someone who drove the car to and from work daily and gave it great care up until the time her new car was ready. I have gotten away from needing to have a current model when one that is two years old with 34K miles is available and saves me from absorbing first year's depreciation. I love the comfort of this car as well as the luxury of the way the Level 4 model is equipped. The fuel mileage is always at least in the high forties and most often shows 50-51 mpg. We drove from OH to ME several weeks ago in it and couldn't have been more pleased with it.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Zeiram3f writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Two Review
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Overall one of the best vehicles I've ever driven or owned. Good things to say about it all around.

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Limited rear visibility.

Zeiram3f
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An Example For Future Auto Developers To Look Upon When Designing A Car. — What did you like or dislike about this car?The appearance of the car (3rd Generation Prius) is far better than its predecessors. The car is one of the most comfortable I've ever been in, suprisingly. Blind spots are obvious with this vehicles hatchback design, so if you're concerned about your ability to drive with limited vision, don't buy or complain about it. Decent level of road noise reduction. Maintenance on this car is extremely cheap, and gas mileage is amazing (48-57 mpg). Performance-wise, she isn't a hot-rod, and she's not a golf-cart. She's simply a very well designed commuter car that can get up and go, or sputter around town if you need her to.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Prius3 writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Three Review
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Design, fuel economy, handling, comfort...great maintenance/follow-up package from Toyota

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Rear window visibility when backing up - eventually you get used to it

Prius3
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Good Looking & Low Maintenance Too — Love it all, pretty much. Fun to drive, low cost/high efficiency, and good looking to boot. Really enjoy the JBL sound system, and the fact that you can drive over 400 miles without refilling the gas tank. Thumbs up!

Primary Use: Family transportation

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ptarnuzzer writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Three Review
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Gas Mileage

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Quirky Styling

ptarnuzzer
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Awesome Commuter! — What can I say, there's not a car on the road with an internal combustion engine that gets better gas mileage! Styling is an acquired taste, but I like it. Tons of technologhy, and phenomenal gas mileage! I regularly get 58+ MPG!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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ken48burke writes:
2010 Toyota Prius Two Review
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The ride is still great after 16k miles.  Very comfortable and easy to handle car with the best gas mileage around

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Only negative is the visibility through the rear hatch when trunk is loaded; there is a horizontal see-through area on the hatch lid that becomes obstructed, which impacts your ability to see traffic behind you.  Even after 2 years of ownership, that is still an irritation.  Compared to my Honda CRV, storage space is considerably smaller, which is a problem when traveling as a family. Engine strains when climbing hills in the Cumberland Gap area, but since we don't go there so often, that's a minor complaint.  Overall, pickup is adequate.

ken48burke
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Overall, A Great Car With Some Minor Downsides — Solid history of great performance. If you have to buy a car these days, it makes the most sense to buy a hybrid because the gas engine is going to be the buggy whip of the 21st century. This car is excellent for a number of applications, but has some downsides. Before you buy, make sure that the visibility issue, mentioned above, is not a problem for you.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Perry writes:
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Fuel economy is the best thing about it. (and saving the environment, of course)

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Wheels need alignment and no one has the right settings to do it properly.

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Halve Your Fuel Bill! — Great fuel economy. 5l/100km (20km/l) Had rust issues, but repaired (took a week) under warranty. Toyota reliability. Price is high on a new model. Look for 2nd hand. Has service plan, so no maintenance costs... yet... It is obviously under powered compared to most cars, but it's not meant to be raced or driven the way I do. Handling could be better, but will see once I put performance tyres on it.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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thelongwayhome writes:
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fuel economy is 55-60 mpg depending on tires

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towing

thelongwayhome
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Darwinian Product — Survival in our world means increasing your mobility. Car manufactures are slow to create affordable economy cars. Toyota happens to be on the leading edge of marketing and distribution..I recommend this car and any Toyota product for everyone. YES

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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VirginiaBeachMiles writes:
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Great Gas Mileage

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None - exterior styling maybe but that's personal

VirginiaBeachMiles
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Go Get One. You Won't Regret It. — LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT. What a great car for town driving. Fun to drive and suprisingly roomy for cargo and passengers alike. The seats fold all the way down into a large platform. Back seat is roomy enough for an adult to sit comfortably. I just filled my tank having only 1/4 tank left and it only cost me $18.00 (7 gallons). You can travel over 550 miles on a single tank of gas!!! A quality product at a reasonable price. I highly recommend for cost/enviornmentaly conscious people.

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Cost $18,309 Average Instant Market Value $16,914 Average Instant Market Value $15,253 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 48 34 45
Horsepower 98 147 110
Crash Test Rating 4 5 5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 21.6 10.6 10.4
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.5 41.6 42.2

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Toyota Prius Reviews

Its Ok By Zack

so this car is not very good for long trips and can run out of battery very easerly however the car is very comfortable. the car performs OK and is very limited for speed and power but is well built a... Read More

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2012 Toyota Prius Reviews

The Prius Everyone Would Want To Own. By Mike

Not as quick as a Prius with 15" wheels but ample power to accelerate onto highways. Zero rattles. Stellar appearance. Cost of ownership is very low. The car handles incredible. Excellent and super... Read More

My New Blizzard Pearl Prius By Mike

Awesome handling, quiet ride, 50+ mpg, stellar looks, doesn't kill your wallet at the pump. Build quality is first rate. Why can't US manufacturers build cars like the imports do? The Prius with the... Read More

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2011 Toyota Prius Reviews

Contrary To Popular Belief My Prius Is Not A Liberal Democratic Car. By CJH

No, the battery hasn't died or given any trouble. Yes, it has an engine and battery that work together extremely efficiently well. And yes, it has plenty of get up and go to pass. OK, so I'm not drivi... Read More

Happy We Got It By ProfSapp

The fuel economy is the main reason we got a Prius exactly a year ago, and according to the onboard display we have never gotten less than 50 mpg, including a highway trip to DC from Miami last month ... Read More

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2009 Toyota Prius Reviews

I Hope To Drive It For Many Years To Come! By Greg

The best car I have ever owned period! Beautiful dark blue with every option! Saving $60.00 a month on gas!Very fun and save to drive,best i have ever had in the snow!This is the right car for me!! Read More

It Does What It's Suppose To Do By Spencer

It Does what it says it does, and all the tech gagets make it cool... I don't really like the look esp the liftback and the chrome tail lights. But it is the best MPG around! Cost of Ownership is wh... Read More

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2008 Toyota Prius Reviews

Best Vehicle I've Ever Owned By 1arrow1kill

Great MPG and reliability. Fun to drive. This vehicle impresses most everyone who rides with us. Round trip from Michigan to Tampa, Florida for $210.00. Drive one and you'll buy one. My brothers ... Read More

Loved This Car By pvanmeter

I've never disliked this car, it's been a great car! It's got great power too, it's not a little put put car it can haul but, I've gotten a ticket in it and the cop asked me how fast I thought I was g... Read More

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