Do you like the new body design?

Yes, I think the new bod is cool! Looks like it's going 60mph when it's standing still!

 

I understand how you feel. I really liked the design of the Gen II, but when I saw the Gen III the first few times thought it looked horrible. The weird shape of the front with way too much emphasis on the huge Toyota mark, and the sort of sharp rectangle of the back... Well, it was sort of disappointing.

And then it grew on me. I can`t say I think it`s a beautiful thing to look at, but then again I`ve never been too into the appearance of a car. And I must say that after seeing some driving around and comparing them to the Gen II, the design really is a lot more ... sleek? Streamlined? Now the Gen II looks a bit old in terms of design.

 

I love, love the look of the G3. I have been following Prius for the past 2 years, but just couldn't get past the boxy look of the previous generations. I have known for years that I wanted one of these cars, and now I finally have it and I love the soft curves + the sportiness of the IV-Solar.

 

I think it's got a great Jetson look. It's quite futuristic. By the standards of what we consider an attractive car today, it's odd-looking, but if you think of form following function, it's beautiful, and more striking than Gen II, which to me looks a little bit like a beetle. Just as its innards are different from other cars, so is its exterior.

 

I think the Gen III is a major improvement design wise, both interior and exterior. I seriously considered a 2008, then 2009, but just couldn't do it.

The previous gen's exterior looked a bit frumpy to my eye, whereas the Gen III actually has a sporty look to it. Forward leaning, with a crease line along the sides. And the aero corners are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

And the interior is so much nicer.

Just one man's opinion.

 

I love it! Never owned one before, so the new look drew me to it. Ordered one before they hit the US. Our salesman wouldn't even let us sit in or drive a 2009 because he said they were totally different. Real happy with it and the way it looks.

 

For the most part I like it. The front end could use something... I am just not sure what.

Peter

 

I never cared for the way the Prius looked before the Gen III's. They were too alien-esque for my taste. I find the Gen III to be more pleasing to the eye.

 

As an owner of the prev Gen II, I really do like the Gen III. I think the interior is a major improvement. I'm a little upset that they made the gear changer more conventional. I liked where it is on mine as it was unobtrusive. I just can't buy one now because my 2004 has so much life left in it. I think it is a waste of money to trade in a perfectly working automobile just to get the newest model. I love to get the most buck out of my cars. Plus, I actually want to see how long this thing will last!!!

 

I think the Gen III looks MUCH better than the Gen II. I really considered an '09 Gen II, but I just didn't like the way it looked. Too "wimpy" for my tastes. I heard the Gen III was going to be different, so I waited for it to come out. To me, it looks beefier and sportier than the previous generations, but everybody will have different tastes. If you like the Gen III and want one, then get one. If not, go for something else that you'd be happier with.

 

I love the sporty look! A Gen II Prius owner waved at me today!

 

The nose on the Gen 3 is okay, but overall, I much prefer the looks of the Gen II.

 

Gen I = tadpole
Gen II = toad
Gen III = prince

 

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LMAO, I love it...seriously waited a couple years for this body style...the Japanese concept of the GenIII kept me from becoming a owner in 2008 and 2009.

 

When I first started looking for a car, I was mildly interested in the gen II. I thought as the OP and others. Kind of cute, kind of frumpy, but interesting too. I'd be ok with that. But then I saw pics and videos of the 2010, and THAT'S when I got excited about the idea of owning a Prius! I love the more sporty look and gadgets! Though I agree, a different back might have been nice. Some of the concepts look pretty striking.

 

based upon the Gen II cargo mat laid out in the Gen III cargo area, the Gen III interior cargo area is definitely a bit wider so I can live with the redesign of the rear exterior body !

 

Yeah, the rear is basically the same, but they probably did it on purpose so it's still recognizable as a Prius.

I solved the disconcerting look of the split hatchback glass by getting mine in black

 

We had a 2005 and this new 2010 V is so much better to look at especially from the side(not sure about the big nose). It looks more like a sports car compared to our 2005. We like the interior better also than the GenII.