What is Gen level on Prius ? Advandage ?

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  1. Als2012

    Als2012 New Member

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    folks,

    I just purchased my first 2012 Prius 3 last weekend, put on 150 miles and still has almost a full tank.

    Fun car. I read threads mentioning GEN 1,2,3. I appreciate if some one can provide a brief description or point out a links on it.

    Happy motoring.

    Als2012
     
    #1 Als2012, Oct 29, 2012
  2. jdcollins5

    jdcollins5 Senior Member

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    Gen 1 - 1999 - 2003
    Gen 2 - 2004 - 2009
    Gen 3 - 2010 til present
    Gen 4 - predicted 2015
     
    #2 jdcollins5, Oct 29, 2012
  3. Paradox

    Paradox Prius Enthusiast / Moderator
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    Gen 4 - Predicted mid 2015 as a 2016 model just as clarification.
     
    #3 Paradox, Oct 29, 2012
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  4. wjtracy

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    you are proud owner of a Gen-III Prius. Congrats!!!
     
    #4 wjtracy, Oct 29, 2012
  5. sfv41901

    sfv41901 Masta S

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    Welcome to the forum & ur new Gen3 Prius. Enjoy it.
     
    #5 sfv41901, Oct 29, 2012
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