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Prius Prime- car camping & tax questions

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Main Forum' started by LNN, Apr 26, 2021.

  1. LNN

    LNN New Member

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    Hello,
    I'm considering buying either a Crosstrek or a Prius Prime as my first car. My lifestyle involves a lot of car camping, hiking and climbing. So #1 priority is to sleep in the car. I laid down in a prius prime at the dealership and had 1' of free space at my feet. 2 resulting questions:

    1. Is it true that 2019 and earlier priusus, but not new priuses, are able to run the heater all night?

    2. If i buy a used prius, do I get the $4502 tax incentive?

    Normally recent-model used cars are not much cheaper than new, so if I go for an all-night heated car, then I lose money on the tax incentive.
     
    #1 LNN, Apr 26, 2021
  2. MPGboss

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    I think you'll see a variety of threads that might answer your 1st question here:
    Anyone camp in their Prius Prime? | PriusChat

    Congrats on the Prime! If you haven't, check out Nikki Delventhal on YouTube, she a pro Prius camper it seems.
     
    #2 MPGboss, Apr 26, 2021
  3. bisco

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    1) there's something about the newer cars shutting down after a certain amount of time.

    2) no
     
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  4. SFO

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    From : Do 2020 models have auto engine shut-off? | Page 2 | PriusChat

    Automatic hybrid system shut off feature
    ●The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the hybrid system when the shift position is in P with the hybrid system operating for an extended period.
    ●The hybrid system will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left running while the shift position is in P.
    ●The timer for the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will reset if the brake pedal is depressed or if the shift position is in a position other than P.
    ●After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch (P. 183) from the inside or the mechanical key (P. 635) from the outside, the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver’s door is opened.​
     
    #4 SFO, Apr 27, 2021
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