2019-2022 Prius AWD-e Review Thread

Marking... curious to see if a Prius AWD E can be the sole daily driver for those living in the Northwest and Northern states.

 

True I have a gas guzzling SUV (Lexus LX) that I've been thinking of replacing with a more fuel efficient vehicle. Very nice SUV, lots of room, awesome in snow and low traction conditions, and good cargo room for hauling furniture and Costco trips. All nice except mpg.

So the Prius AWD and the 2019 Rav4 Hybrid has caught my eye. Would be even better if these two AWD vehicles offer a plug in option a la the Prius Prime given my work commute is short.

Looking forward to more reviews.

 

short commute? just put snows on a pip or prime

 

Not ideal in my area, as my residential and work area has plenty of hills and inclines. Just to get into my neighborhood one has to drive up a very steep incline, then another decline to get on my street. Last winter snow storm I've seen many FWD vehicles (and some small SUVs) abandoned on bottom of the hills and on side streets. Meanwhile my LX on all seasons plows right through

 

Good to know, thanks!

 

I have a Forester XT I been looking to replace originally looking at the 2019 RAV4 hybrid. I wanted a 2016 Prius when it came out but never brought. Now with the additional features offer along with the AWD I am really interested in the 2019 Prius XLE AWD-e.

 

Test drove a 2019 Prius AWD e twice and was suprised. Much quieter than a 2018 tested last year. Must be added sound insulation and improved. NVH. Your car hear some noise but not feel it.
It does go around corners much better I think due to AWD push.
Could be a replacement for my V wagon. RAV4 is$$$$$. This gives us a choice
Lastly, never had an issue in winter with snows on my V.

 

No sunroof with AWD? I just want a base AWD with a sunroof and heated cloth seats for ~$26K.

My 2011 just hit 100k trouble free miles, so no hurry. Maybe they'll expand the options in a year or two?

 

Saw one at Smithtown Toyota.
Still waiting for the Prime Advanced.

 

New regular Prius is still too low to the ground for catapulting over snow and ice clumps. RAV hybrid would be the way to go for a good compromise with the Highlander. Highlander Hybrid is a beast of Christmas future.

 

Doubt this. The rear motor cuts out at 6 mph, and only re-engages when front wheels slip.

 

They didn't quite say that - not that I could see anyway. They said "Because the AWD-e system is designed to help with launches and lower-speed driving in lower-traction environments, it operates within a fairly constrained range: It is always active from 0-6 mph, and kicks in as-needed up to 43 mph. It’s fully automated -- there’s no way to force it to remain on if the car’s computers don’t think it’s necessary" AND "The Prius AWD-e uses an independent electric, magnet-less rear motor (a Toyota first) to power the rear wheels from 0 to 6 mph, then when needed, up to 43 mph. This system provides the power to the rear wheels to confidently pull away from a stop, yet the on-demand system recognizes when all-wheel-drive performance is not needed to provide great fuel economy."

While they didn't say that it will help with handling - they didn't say that it wouldn't either. I guess we'll find out one day when someone takes the 2 on a slalom, rally circuit or racetrack.

 

Doesn't the Driving reviewer have 'Brake' wrong? My understanding is that 'B' forces the ICE to provide the 'engine braking' that would normally be accomplished by regenerative braking in an attempt to prevent the system from overcharging the traction battery during downhill descents, etc.

 

That’s always driven me crazy for years how ever review gets it wrong!! If B mode was simply stronger regen, I’d use it all the the time! B mode was basically compliance with road regulations of at least the USA. I guess it can come in handy, but I rarely use it.