New 2010 owners - what reactions have you received?

The first neighbor to stop by, day after I picked up my V, was almost in shock when he saw my car. He and his wife were considering the '10 Prius but didn't know it was released yet. They saw a few articles and have friends with Gen 2.
They looked mine over in the garage, sat in it, and were blown away. I gave them my dealer contact info and they ordered one the same day. Said they thought they'd like theirs in black but decided on a Red III. It's to arrive 7/16. They already sold their Saturn and are psyched for the Prius. But.... they didn't want to take mine for a drive - even though I offered. I told them they should really go to the local Toyota dealer and test drive one very well. Haven't done that as far as I know. They're both around 70.
So...hope they're happy with it when it comes in.

 

All i get is people making the noise that guy makes in the Jetti tdi VS Prius tv commercials. I find it funny.

 

Most interesting reaction I've received was on the highway, an Insight pulled up beside me, and gave me a thumbs up! I reciprocated.

 

I had someone in an Explorer tailgate me all the way up to a red light before a long straightaway. (Come on, it's a red light, we're not going anywhere!) I put it into POWER MODE and timed the light perfectly, was through the other side of the intersection before he could even get started. Unfortunately I couldn't see his face as he was too far behind me.

Ok I know it's childish and it ruins my 57 mpg but it was fun to do once. If you're used to driving in eco mode then power mode can be a nice surprise!

 

Actually, I haven't noticed anything beyond a casual glance. Even G2 owners don't seem to give it a second look. And most non-Prius owners probably don't recognize it as being any different than other Prii on the road.

 

I hear that a lot at work too. Some folks with SUV's can't stop cracking on the Prius.

 

I haven't noticed anyone giving it any unusual looks. Friends who have ridden in it have been impressed with the roominess.

 

I work with a bunch of V8 driving mechanics at my job and the word is out that I got a new car so everyone wants to see it. I'm very surprised at their positive comments! They all really like the glittery colour (Blue Ribbon), the spaceship console and screens, the backup camera in the rearview (sorry you Americans don't have that option), and I generally just hear alot of WOW. The big guys are surprised at the amount of room inside too.
Anyway, after showing them the car for a few minutes they'll ask what kind of car it is or they notice the Hybrid decal and go, "Wait a minute this is a hybrid?!" Then they all need to see under the hood and hear the specs. And 75% of people that see my car ask how often I have to plug it in.

 

Family - "it's prettier than mine" ('10 is Blue Ribbon Metallic; "miine" is an '04 tide green something - my "old" car )

Friends - "Nice color"; "More storage in back than I thought"

Co-Workers - "Did you get a tax break?"; "Why not a Fusion?"; "What happend when the battery needs to be replaced/How expensive is it to replace the battery?".

Strangers - No comments yet, but I have seen some Gen2 drivers do a double take.

 

Just goes to show that 75% of the people haven't a clue!

You should tell the strangers that you don't have to plug it in, because the solar panel generates electricity! Which is a true statement, though perhaps deviously incomplete!

 

Unfortunately I don't have the solar roof or I'd use that line for sure.
Funny reaction yesterday as I drove by a couple walking along the Seawall. He says, "Look honey, that's the new 2009 Prius." At least he noticed it was different from the old one!

 

They love it! I have a sunroof and love to keep it open just for the attention

 

One friend wants to know where the nav lady is hiding!

When I show friends the DRCC and LKA they are amazed! "Unbelievable!" is a typical reaction. Usually followed by "I need to have one of these!" Then I finish them off by showing the the parking assistant! They think I'm steering the car with my feet on hidden pedals!

Friends who've never ridden with a GPS (yes, there are still people who haven't!) are invariably blown away! "No more road maps!!!" or "How does it know??"

Other comments:
"Wow, it's so roomy!"
"Comfortable seats!"
"You mean you don''t have to insert the key???" (SmartKey System)
"HOW MANY MPG????????!!!!!!???????"
"And you're exempt from HOV restrictions????" (in VA)

Stu

 

I get people starring at the car, it is quite amazing??