Read the comments below to see the full discussion about the Toyota Prius. If your question isn’t answered here, please feel free to take a look at toyota.co.uk, or ask us in the comments below.
Please note that this blog post was first published in 2009, so some references to specification, equipment, fuel economy, emissions and other features may not reflect the latest version of Prius – you can find out up-to-date information here.
If you want to find out how to maximise the fuel economy of your Prius, take a look at this blog post.
Read our other blogs about Prius here.
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The following topics have already been discussed:
PRODUCT:
– Customisation: options, availability and costs (including audio; roof rack, cycle rack, towbar; leather)
– Difference between second-generation Prius and new third-generation Prius
– Wheel size
– Miles per gallon
– Satellite navigation
– Bluetooth and phone sync
TECHNOLOGY:
– How a full hybrid works
– Battery charging
– Battery lifespan and replacement
COMFORT:
– Heated seats
– Cold weather driving
MAINTENANCE:
– Servicing: frequency and costs
GENERAL:
– Delivery lead times
– Depreciation
– Warranty
– Road tax
– Insurance
Thanks for all the interest in the new Prius.
Just to exclude the obvious. Have you got the air conditioning on? John
And the air intake set to Fresh air and NOT recirculated!
Hello,
can I tow a small lightweight caravan (astral) with my Prius (2007)
Hi Karen,
Thank you for your question.
The Prius’ hybrid drivetrain isn’t designed to tow. We’re sorry, as this may not have been the answer you were looking for!
Have a good week.
Can I tow a trailer tent with my new Prius Plus?
Hi Matt,
The Prius Plus isn’t designed to tow due to the hybrid powertrain.
Many thanks.
Hi Matt,
Great to hear about your new Prius+!
The Prius+ isn’t designed to tow due to the hybrid powertrain.
Many thanks.
I have a Monoflex Cycle Carrier for my 2007 Prius. We may be buying a series 3 Prius. Can I fit this kit to the new car. Otherwise is there any way of getting a tow bar fitted so that I could use a tow bar cycle carrier?
Hi Brian,
We’re unable to comment or advise on the fit of your existing bike carrier as it’s not an approved Toyota accessory.
However, we offer a genuine accessory which will allow the secure carrying of two bicycles, weighing a maximum combined weight of 36kg.
As the vehicle doesn’t have a towing capacity, an EasyClick bracket has been developed, which can be fitted to the Prius. A two bike carrier can be mounted on this bracket and a 13 pin wiring harness is used to connect to the light board. This means that brake lights and indicators work in tandem with those on the vehicle.
If you’d like further information on these accessories then may we suggest you pop in to your nearest Toyota Dealer who’ll be happy to help.
Many thanks.
Brian
When we went from a 2nd gen to 3rd gen Prius the bike carrier that we had (a strap on that fixed to the hatch at the top, sides and bottom) fitted fine on the new one. I think the spoiler on the Gen 3 stuck out a bit further.
Brian
How much is the latest version sat nav disc for the prius, my current version is E11 2008-2009?
Hi Alan,
Thank you for taking the time to contact us. We would need to know a little bit more information about your Prius to answer this.
There are a few steps you can follow to find the latest map update along with costs, you will need to fill in some vehicle details along the way:
1) Register your vehicle on the customer portal. (If you haven’t already, it should take approx 1.5 min to register).
https://customerportal.toyota-europe.com/login/index.html
2) Click on additional services in the portal
3) Then click get the last map updates for Touch Pro.
4) It will direct you to another link.
http://www.toyota-mapupdates.eu/
5) On the right hand side click the ‘Get a Map’ link and follow the instruction to complete the purchase (starts with selecting the vehicle, nav system etc.)
Hope this helps.
Many thanks.
Hi I have a 07 plate Toyota Prius My sat nev was working good and my tom tom was working good but from last two weeks I stoped getting signal in the car so my sat nev doesnot work and my tom tom doesnot work eather, when the engine is switched of my tom tom works fine but as soon as I switch the engine on the tom tom stops working, some how when the car is switched on its blocking the signal in side the car, if i take the tom tom out of the window then tom tom starts working.I took the car to the toyota dealer they spent 2 days but cannot fix the problem.have you got any idea what to do?or have you come across this type of problem. please let me know.
my e.mail is vipintailor@ntlworld.com
Thanks
vipin
Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to contact us.
After speaking with our Technical department, it appears this isn’t something we’ve experienced ourselves or via previous comments on the Toyota Blog. However, reduced signal visibility through the windscreen can cause a reduction in the quality of the GPS signal, this can be caused by window tints or even contamination (dirt) on the windscreen.
May we suggest checking that your Tom Tom works in another car, this will give you the indication as to whether it is a hardware problem or not.
Hope this helps.
I have a Gen 3 Prius that is 4 years old and has done 43K miles.
* Both Front and Rear (discs + pads) have had to be replaced (not at the same time) – £500+ in total to replace
* MOT failed today because rear high mounted LED brake light was gone – – £64 to replace
I got this car thinking it will be cheap to maintain but no – dealers are there to cream you off. How can brake discs get corroded just like that, I can understand if the pads were worn. Even worse – how can LED stop lights burn out in 4 years – have I been braking too much?
Dealers will never admit component design flow, Toyota UK will never admit it either, I am an early buyer who has no warranty now so no way out – pay for it.
I have been a strong advocate since day 1 of the Toyota brand and the prius in the face of all the recalls and negative publicity and this is what I end up with – very very dissapointed.
Hi Jay,
Thank you for taking the time to contact us.
We’re sorry to hear you’ve been experiencing problems with your Prius.
May we suggest (if you haven’t already), contacting our Customer Relations team as they’ll be able to take the time to investigate this for you. Please see their contact details by clicking the link: https://mag.toyota.co.uk/how-to-contact-toyota-uk.
Hope this helps.
Hi, I have a 2010 Prius T-Spirit and wonder how I can update the Sat Nav maps onboard? It there a separate disc drive or the existing maps are stored in the HDD in the dash?
Hi, I forgot to add that the car (T-Spirit 2010) still suffers form a buzzing dashboard over rough roads at all speeds. Can’t seem to get rid of this despite sending into dealer to have it checked. Anyone else have this buzz?
Hello Steven
Thanks for contacting us regarding your Prius.
For both enquiries we would recommend taking your car to your local Toyota dealer. They will need to look at the car regarding the buzzing noise and can check your vehicle and go through the procedure for the purchase and installation of the map updates dependant on they type of system fitted. I have attached the relevant link to help find your nearest dealer. http://bit.ly/16WmR5P
Hope this helps.
I also have a 2010 (September) T Spirit. I have already had the SatNav updated once at a cost of £169 and a lot of hassle to get it. I am aware that some of the roads and junctions I travel have been altered since that up-date, but the quote is £240 which I consider to be totally outrageous. A lifetime subscription to our last SatNav was £99 and it was convenient to operate.