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    2016 Prius - let's hear from buyers

    I don't find the NAV to be all the friendly, usable, or helpful. I already have not been able to find some addresses or POI's either. I've already...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    2016 models. No 4-wheel drive?

    This is exactly why I gave up my AWD and got the 2016 Prius. I have primarily purchased AWD cars wanting that "security" for when things got...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Can anybody clarify the AUTO, AUTO ECO, and A/C climate control modes?

    thanks!!! funny u say that "every car" in the last decade b/c the manuals of some other cars I've owned (built within the last 10 yrs) have...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    2016 Heads up Display

    AT It's separated into 3 sections - you just learn that for the most part, if you're below a certain line - you're in EV and not using fuel. This...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Efforts (frustration) with attempting to purchase

    Okay.. here is a negotiations technique that I read somewhere a long time ago the "guaranteed" best price. It has truly worked for me and truly...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Efforts (frustration) with attempting to purchase

    Vince.. Please let me know how it goes with the Costco price and your experience. For whatever reason, it just hasn't worked for me - I don't...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Difference 15" vs. 17"

    Just echoing some others when it comes to 15" vs 17". Bigger/lower profile tires will increase handling. But it will also increase road noise,...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    LED headlight performance

    This is the first car I've had LED's on - I typically have HIDs. The GEN4 LEDs are very bright with a very good spread and reach down the road...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    How many miles can 1 tank go?

    Okay. so still on my first refueled tank and wanted to share results so far. Primarily, it will take some time before i have another refuel :)...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    torn between two possibilities

    i thought the diff for Eco was more weight savings no? As far as Gen3 or Gen4 - I guess it depends on what your emphasis is. MPG? Driving...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Thinking about buyin a Gen 4

    no it does not.
    Post by: richiro, Jan 30, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Dianne's deals, and this will get interesting

    crap! I wish i knew about you before i bought in NorCal yesterday (especially b/c they didn't ship 4's with AT and PCP up here for now)......
    Post by: richiro, Jan 27, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    To PCP or not?

    Yep i was told "Toyota" felt that nobody in Norcal would want the PCP so they only shipped to Norcal with the AT. WHAT? So yes.. your options...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 27, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    Interested 2016 prius buyer

    there are tons of buying services or online resources that can tell you the difference between MSRP and "dealer cost". That tells you what the...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 27, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum
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    New Prius/Four Touring owner here, got some questions

    Okay.. directing vent air. Yes you can do this manually. The climate control has the AUTO and ECO buttons and A/C buttons on either side. Then...
    Post by: richiro, Jan 27, 2016 in forum: Gen 4 Prius Main Forum