Not impressed w/lack of spare & flat-sealant

probably in the trunk tied down securely w/ straps. Thats what I plan on doing as there is rarely anything back there larger than a gym back.

 

NO one loves tire goo fix. It's not for anyone to love it. It's cheep - and since using it costs less than a spare for auto manufacturers to make - AND - saves space, the goo will most likely be stock equipment in all new cars. BTW, after using it, you have to replace your pressure sensor, too.

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I take it you have disposed of your doughnut spare?

 

Most all late model Toyota Corolla steel five lug wheels and tires will work as a spare on Generation III 2009-2012 Prius models, including the plug in hybrid.

The complete wheel and tire is readily available at most wrecking yards.

 

That's correct, b/c that is professional tire repair. A tire plug kit is a temporary fix to get you along your way and does not require removing the tire from the rim, like how a spare tire is temporary and does not require tire removal. Afterwards, you get the tire professionally patched/repaired for permanent use.

 

I store it in the back "trunk" area--it takes up a substantial amount of room, but to me it's worth it.

 

This is where I keep my full size OE spare:

 

You knew the car didn't have a spare when you bought it. I don't understand complaining about something after the fact. You are a consumer, the only way to have them change it, is not to buy it.

 

I have AAA and the complimentary Toyota Care. I'm not too concerned but yes it does suck when you have a flat. I've only had 2 thus far in my lifetime and I'm 40.

 

Funny how the dealer/salesperson didn't mention anything about this car not having a spare. Of course I knew about it since I looked under the back carpet after the test drive, but some of us buyers might not have the time or knowledge of this board before purchasing the car.

Our previous Prius had 3 flats, different tires during one 2 week span. Since they were screws just adding extra air got us to the tire shop- this pump will manage that right?

Now I do expect the "repair system" to work properly if I need it even if it is only worth $20! It's a shame I keep having to add disappointments to my list on this $32k car... congrats to those Advanced buyers. Hopefully I will have better luck with the repair system when I need it (I need the room in the trunk so putting a spare in there isn't going to work on a long trip- one of the main things this Prius was supposed to have going for it over the competitors.)

 

Unfortunately it appears you have buyers remorse and forums will be unable to help with that. There is no way to have space magically invented to provide room for a spare.

Personally, I think without a spare they should have run flat tires on them. But that would suffer MPG.

 

My wife has runflats on her Mini Countryman. The cost to replace one of them was outrageously expensive. Something like over $300 for one tire. The dealership did try to sell us a flat repair/replace plan when we bought the car. Cost was around 6 or 7 hundred dollars. Not sure if it would have been worth it.

 

Not expecting magic, just ENGINEERING. Yea, buyers remorse, thanks. I think the forums may help- misery loves company right?

 

Wow, so the compressor will not manage to top off the tire without using the sealant? (I just noticed your earlier post bielinsk.)

 

What can we do here to help make you happy with your $35k car? As you said, you knew all this before you bought the car, why buy something you know you won't be happy with?

Masochistic I believe is the correct term.

 

Wow, now tell me what you really think.

 

Seems like a simple choice between appealing alternatives:

• Want a spare included with the purchase of your new vehicle, conveniently hidden below the rear deck and do not care about EV capability? Get a Prius Hatchback.
• Want ~12 miles of EV range? Get a PiP and strap a $40 doughnut or $250 full size spare to the attach point of your rear seat bench.

Toyota has given us some excellent choices. No need to be snippy.