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2010 Prius First Drive - What do you want me to cover?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Danny, Feb 24, 2009.

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  1. Picasso Moon

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    Are the horns still as wimpy and lame as ones in the G2?
     
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  2. hobbit

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    See if the charge/assist gauge, if that's what it really is,
    accurately reflects what you're doing, particularly in regen
    braking...
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    _H*
     
    #42 hobbit, Feb 25, 2009
  3. a priori

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    Sure. Do one run and then change wheels with the 3G and run it again.

    . . . And, Wayne, you MUST change back and give up the old wheels/tires!
     
    #43 a priori, Feb 25, 2009
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    One other thought...see if the regen braking is as sensetive to drop out when you hit a bump/pot-hole as it is on the 2G. An experienced foot/driver oughta be able to tell.
     
    #44 efusco, Feb 25, 2009
  5. usbseawolf2000

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    If there is an uphill, try going up in reverse.
     
    #45 usbseawolf2000, Feb 25, 2009
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    IMO, yes. They sounded so similar to my ear, that it wouldn't surprise me if they were actually the same horns.

    But I only heard the horns honked once indoors.

    It would be good to hear a side by side test.
     
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    #47 ggood, Feb 26, 2009
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    #48 fredthepostman, Feb 26, 2009
  9. efusco

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    Yup, Danny and the media and all those who participate have to sign a non-disclosure agreement to not discuss the driving experience until the 26th.

    I think it's weird, but marketing is what it is and somebody thinks by not saying anything will make all the difference.
     
    #49 efusco, Feb 26, 2009
  10. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    They will. They did the same for the 2009 Corolla/Matrix. They weren't allowed to post anything until some time in Nov 2008.
     
    #50 Tideland Prius, Feb 26, 2009
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    This is like slow torture. Is the 25th about the same time as when they are suppose to announce their prices??? :)
     
    #51 fredthepostman, Feb 26, 2009
  12. Tideland Prius

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    Makes for an easy addition to the article that media will publish, no?
     
    #52 Tideland Prius, Feb 26, 2009
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    Correctomundo!!!!:)
     
    #53 fredthepostman, Feb 26, 2009
  14. Tideland Prius

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    I'm still waiting for the Canadian specs.
     
    #54 Tideland Prius, Feb 26, 2009
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    Are they usually that much different??
     
    #55 fredthepostman, Feb 26, 2009
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    They need to switch "er" to "re" and "or" to "our" -- otherwise all they do is make everything more expensive in Canada.

    OH: And put better original tires on the Canadian version.
     
    #56 a priori, Feb 26, 2009
  17. Paradox

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    Some changes are minor ones between cars for different places. I noticed on the Australian model they are putting the emblem that says the name 'toyota' on the left of the trunk and the 'prius; emblem on the right and then the HSD logo under that on th right, whereas on the US model we dont get the 'toyota' emblem spelt out, just the logo in the center. Minor stuff but funny how different decisions get made for different places...
     
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    Seems like a lot to do about nothin !:confused:
     
    #58 fredthepostman, Feb 26, 2009
  19. Tideland Prius

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    je ne sais pas.... peut-être.

    We usually get fewer toys than you do, fewer packages and a higher price tag. However, we do get a well-equipped base model (usually the equivalent of a low-midrange US model)
     
    #59 Tideland Prius, Feb 27, 2009
  20. Tech_Guy

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    Hey Danny,

    Let's get our priorities straight here... What about the cup holder??? Can it hold a Starbucks large Caffè Misto without spilling a drop while going around a corner?

    Just kidding. Enjoy your ride.

    Keith
     
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