Is Prius comfortable for a long trip?

I just did a drive from Richmond VA to NYC, then from NYC down to Jacksonville FL, and back to Richmond...it was a lot of miles...and I really wasn't that uncomfortable...about 1 hour away from Richmond on the way back from FL, and I had played all my CD's more than once, all that bothered me was boredom

Dave.

 

I have just returned from a Denver to California round trip... I may not be as tall as Dr Evan.. both my wife and I are about 5-6 to 5-9 depending on who it trying to be taller.. she has a bad back and we do stop more than the average traveler.. our trip was two days into CA.. Denver to Green River UT.. to Barstow CA.. the weekend in Buellton CA.. on to Roseville CA..Reno NV.. Wendover NV..Rawlins WY and home (Denver).. I drove the entire trip and was not fatigued on any leg of the trip.. I don't mind any road noise that there might be.. we don't have a problem talking over it... and we averaged 52.7 mpg

We have the NAV... used it to find a couple of places along the way on this trip and have used it around Denver.. probably is an expensive toy.. but with the tax deductions we got for the hybrid it was a wash.. we don't have a BT phone so can't say that is good or bad.. but a hands free phone is a safety issue...



Bob Andersen

 

I guess it just depends on the individual's comfort zone then, because I'm 6'1" 195 lbs, and have a 33" inseam (long legs)...I'm fine with the Prius on long trips.

Dave.

 

We trecked our Prius all the way from Toledo, OH to Phoenix ,AZ and back again this summer.

No complaints. We switched drivers every 3 hours or so...the passenger usually took advantage of the fully reclinable seat and snoozed.

Spent $200 total on gas.

 

Not for me, I love my 05' Prius, works great for commuting. I have made several long trips (300-400 miles), and after a couple hours I definately need to stretch. 6'4", 34" inseam.

If I could get the seat to go back another 4"-6" it would be great.

 

Doc your a HOOT! LOL. Well back on track....We went from Poconos to Florida in Nov. and Poconos to Jekyell Island, Ga. couple of months ago with no complaints. My wife thinks it's more comfy than our Chevy Venture

 

Longest one day Prius trip so far: 500 miles from Sacramento straight (I mean really straight) down I-5 to San Diego. Arrived feeling relaxed and not sore from sitting for hours. Me: 6 foot and 46 years old.

The electric power-assist steering is a godsend on long trips. It really makes a difference not having to fight steering wheel feedback hours on end.
The seats were very comfortable for me and my wife.
The cruise control worked great.
Stopping for gas half as often and not worrying about distance between stations - loved it!

On the return trip, the weather and road conditions on the Pacific Coast Highway turned very nasty. The Traction Control/ Vehicle Stability Control kept us from feeling like we needed to pull over like the other cars. It actually did its thing a couple of times. We kept going an felt very stable and very much in control!

We also had a Corolla. No contest, the Prius wins in all categories.

 

My husband and I took a trip from Austin to Yellowstone, coming back through Idaho and Utah because of Wyoming road construction we encountered on the way to the part. We travelled 3922 miles, leaving home the evening of July 11 and returning on July 21, so we averaged around 350 miles a day. Although we seemed to have stiff joints from sitting so long each time we stopped, neither of us complained about the car being uncomfortable.

Beth

 

I am 5'4" and my husband is 5'7" We drove from our home in Appleton, WI (near Green Bay) to Minneapolis which is about a 5 hour trip. This was the first time in my life I have ever arrived feeling rested and not antsy to get out of the car. Both of us commented that the car was quite comfortable for the trip.

I have always driven economy cars, my last being a Saturn. The Prius for me is a HUGE step up in comfort and options. We bought our Prius used (walked into the dealership 10 minutes after the deal to sell it fell through). It is fully loaded with sound, Nav, everything. I'm spoiled now and would order a fully loaded Prius again if I had the chance.

 

I just returned from a trip: San Diego to Salt Lake and back. Took two days each way. Reasonably comfortable, but not like the Buick Park Ave I replaced. Climbing the Cajon pass I went by al lot of Buicks and other big cars on the side of the freeway with their hoods open. (temps in the 110 F range) Lot's better MPG! At 75 - 80 MPH got 45mpg, so only one intermediate fuel stop en route.

Strongly recommend the Nav system. San To SLC is highway 15/215 all the way but guidance (and forewarnings) for turns, off ramps, etc is great. When you pull off for food, the Nav will direct back to the planned route in unknown communities.

Voice Command and bluetooth in package 6 also vey useful

 

I haven't received my Tideland Pearl yet...maybe in one more week???? Anyway, I ordered pkg 6 mostly because of the VSC that comes in that pkg. I've read that the fog lights were so/so, but wanted them for safety reasons as well.

 

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I just got back from a 3300 mile road trip Omaha to Sacramento and back. I must say no complaints as to the comfort of the Prius on long trips. I am 5’10 280+ and had no discomfort what so ever. I did notice something strange though. While traveling at 75 mph, 103 outside temperature, a/c set at 74 degrees. Between western Nebraska and Reno, Nevada you can draw the traction battery down to one pink bar many times.

Ben

 

I originally got the full package (NAV, bluetooth, etc.) just to spoil myself, not knowing if I'd really use them. But I've found them to be very useful on a regular basis. I had to buy a bluetooth phone, of course, but once I did the convenience was great. The NAV is a useful tool, even in my local neighborhood. It's shown me shortcuts I didn't know existed, and I've lived here 13 years.

 

Not quite as comfortable as the Outback with fully adjustable seats but more comfortable than some other cars. Rear leg room comfort etc quite good.

So far our trips have not exceeded about 300 mi one way.

 

My wife and I have had trips lasting over 4 hours and have had no problems with the seats.

The NAV system has worked well with us. Having it integrated is very nice. My original intention was to get one without one and get a third party system, but it was quicker to get a #6. I have not regretted it. Don't forget that the #6 package also includes the Vehicle Stability Control.

Here is a link to the topic with suggestions of third party NAV systems to get. I saw an ad for one that uses XM radio to give real-time traffic conditions on the map.