Suspension upgrades worth it for handling?

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by Carpetfuzz, Sep 6, 2025 at 11:56 AM.

  1. Carpetfuzz

    Carpetfuzz New Member

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    Hi everyone, I have a 2016 Prius V. I am wondering if it's worth it to upgrade stuff like shocks, springs, and sway bars to help with body roll and handling. I am basically looking to rice my car, but not sure if I should just get lowering springs and call it done, or if I should go all in on new suspension to try and reduce body roll, since I drive the thing like a hot hatch. Thanks for any info.
     
    #1 Carpetfuzz, Sep 6, 2025 at 11:56 AM
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    Tombukt2 Senior Member

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    You've got no power to really suspend? Body roll is the only thing fun about the car dang . 120hp give or take and 4K pounds .
     
    #2 Tombukt2, Sep 6, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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    The TRD rear bar plants the car, makes it more stable in crosswinds and track better on the highway.
     
    #3 Air_Boss, Sep 7, 2025 at 7:19 AM
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