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Looking to buy my first prius! Help me pick a trim!

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by juhjuhjuhjames, Apr 28, 2018.

  1. juhjuhjuhjames

    juhjuhjuhjames Junior Member

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    Hey everyone, excited to be here!

    My old Subaru seems to be on its last legs and I feel like it's time to upgrade to a car with modern amenities

    I've pretty much narrowed it down to a 2016/17 model (based on looks and price) and I was hoping for some input when it comes to model/trim! I've done some research, and it seems like the main difference of years are the safety features that are standard in 2017 were just optional in the 2016?

    I'm exclusively looking for CPO ones, and either a three or four model. I guess my main questions are:
    1) Would you rather get a 2017 three, or a 2016 four?
    2) after looking around, I found a 2016 four touring with 18k miles for ~24k, 2017 three touring with 8k miles for ~25k. both with similar features. I do have a budget, so I was wondering if the 2017 is worth it to stretch it a bit, or would I be completely satisfied with the 2016?

    Thank you!
     
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  2. alanclarkeau

    alanclarkeau Senior Member

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    I don't know about the model equipment in USA, but 2 things I really love about my 2016 are RADAR Cruise (DRCC) and Heads-up Display (HUD.

    Some don't have a spare wheel - if that's a consideration for you, check if it does.
     
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  3. RCO

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    Like Alan says, find out what the spec differences are and make a choice on what you would prefer to get and what you wouldn't mind not having. Bottom line, it's generally better to get the latter model for the extra year's warranty of you're going to keep it a good while. Oh, and before I forget - welcome to Prius Chat sir.
     
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  4. juhjuhjuhjames

    juhjuhjuhjames Junior Member

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    They both have the DRCC but I guess the HUD isn't available on touring models. Neither is the sun roof. I kinda wanted both options but the sacrifice for the touring model and both having heated seats is a fine trade off for me.

    They're pretty much identical in the features that I wanted. TSS, heated seats, black interior, toyota CPO. The 2016 is white (which I personally like better but not a deal breaker) and the 2017 is silver and $2000 more (I mistyped in the original post).

    Honestly, I think I'm just looking for some affirmation that the 2016 is a good buy over a newer model, even if it's just saving a couple grand. Thank you!
     
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  5. alanclarkeau

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    Did you drive both - do they both drive well. There possibly (??) were some minor running changes to 2017 manufacture, but I'd not think that was a deal breaker. Both in good condition? Both with good history (ie not a rental) and well serviced?
     
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    Really there's not a great deal in it and you'd be happy with either one. The silver dosn't show the dirt as badly as the white one would.... just saying!
     
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    I personally think the 3 is a little high I paid 25k for mine new 8miles on it a 2017.2 3 touring. And that was with the Toyota clear hood and bumper paint protector.

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    Good luck with your purchase and post a photo when you get it!
     
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    when I bought my 2017 4 touring, I had the same dilemma as you although I was choosing 2017 4 touring or 3 touring.
    3 touring has the spare but 4 touring has heated seats.
    dealer thought 3 touring also had heated seats but it doesn't.
    wife wanted heated seats so went with 4 touring but I do wish it had the spare.
     
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    Guess you made the wisest choice, the other one leads to misery. Welcome to Prius Chat. ;)
     
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