Lift kit?

A lifted Prius...now that would be interesting!

I do not recall seeing any threads on PriusChat about doing a lift. If someone has attempted it, there probably would be a post about it on here.

 

You can find rubber lift kits like these for cheap:

€ 11,46 11%OFF | Universal Car Buffers Cars Shock Absorbers Urethane Rubber Springs For Cars Bumper Power Auto Suspension Car Lift Automobiles
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/QnMgjhJ

I've driven a couple cars with these fitted due to your same concerns, but these are not legal in my country. do not know about legal issues in your country. You may check it before purchase.

BLA-L29 ?

 

I'm no expert on Prius 'offroading' but we have been down to SE Utah a few times ( Moab area, etc.. ). There are a LOT of cool areas you can only get to by dirt road. I must say that I do feel a bit more confident in the Prius V (wagon) than I do in the liftback. However, I have only attempted dirt roads that are in fairly good condition. However, we did hit minor ruts in the road at one point that were a bit scary. With that being said, I'd much prefer a higher clearance vehicle in those conditions! Oh, and of course tires make a difference too..but not nearly as much as snow tires do in the winter.

 

I have taken it off road. Rocky areas. Just keep it slow and avoid anything that looks like you will cause damage.

We have a 13 V3 with 133k on it and plan to take it on a 4k mile trip. 2k each way & what ever between.

I just wish the seats were more comfortable lol.


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If I were going to try to "Lift" your Prius v, I'd go about it in two different ways:

1) I'd shim front & rear springs with about ~1/2" of extra spring pad material.

2) I'd buy into a tire that's ~1/2" taller than stock, this will give you a 1/4" lift.

Combo of the two will give roughly 3/4" lift, not the end all be all, but it might be enough for your needs while not upsetting the car.


Rob43

 

Even if there was a lift available. I would not take the prius offroad. The traction control system will get you stuck as you have no lsd or lockers. One wheel will spin on uneven dirt/gravel/sand/mud/wet grass when the other wheel that is planted on firm ground will not move. You should just take a 2019 Rav4 Hybrid on a long test drive or rent one if possible. I would not even take an awd/4wd offload unless I have a rear locker/lsd/torque vectoring , winch, tow straps, rope shackles and another awd/4wd in the event you are stuck. Make sure you are on a well known/busy trail. Getting stranded is no fun. Plenty of people have died not being prepared.

Here is a story of a family who got stranded in their mini van. The story about the missing germans in 1996 - Death Valley National Park Forum - TripAdvisor

 

^ Gloom & Doom....


Rob43

 

You can search on; Tema4x4 Prius. But even with these small lifts the Prius is way too low for real off road use.

 

Im curious if you made any progress with this? I might be able to help.

 

LINK: This Lifted Prius Trolls Jeeps

 

Not gonna lie...that is pretty darn cool!

 

We lifted our 2013 Prius 2. We used the Tema Kit, it blew out our strut bearing on the passenger side, we could have damaged itwhile we installed the kit... Replaced it, no problem since.

We also install 205-70-15 Yokahama Goelander A/T tires.

Both mods about doulded our clearance, no issues on dirt roads, we probably push the limits of the prius but, I carry straps and a hand winch... Just in case.

 

This is great to hear! So you did the install yourself? How's everything holding up?

 

Here's another option:

Toyota Prius V ZVW40 (12~up) CEIKA Custom 1M Coilovers - Ceika Performance

Can get the "Extra Lift" option, and maybe ask them for the ALS for temporary extra height! Have no idea how much lift your CV boots can handle so YMMV...

moto g(7) power ?

 

Ask and yee shall receive! www.priusoffroad.com

 

Nice, I'm on the fence on this, but if there was a black Friday discount I'm sure it would push me over the edge (hint hint).

Anybody done the Matrix/Vibe spring swap and have comments on how it has changed the ride quality? (oops, sorry, I'm speaking about my Gen 3, posted in the wrong forum)

 

Unfortunately the matrix/vibe spring swap won’t work on the gen 3 platforms.