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First weekend with my 2008 Prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by ryprius, Aug 24, 2009.

  1. ryprius

    ryprius New Member

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    Well I just picked up my 2008 package 6 from my aunt this past weekend and do love it. Its a fun car do drive and it has a lot more power than I thought it would! Overall Im very happy with, I just wish the seats were a bit more comfortable but Im getting use to them. Im 6'4 so most cars this size give me a bit of a problem but its worth it whith the great gas milage Im getting. I averaged 43 on highway going about 75!

    There are so many fun options with this car...XM,smart key,bluetooth,aux,nav,leather...all the bells and whistles, it keeps it fun!
     
    #1 ryprius, Aug 24, 2009
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    I am just starting my third week with my 2008 and am in love with the thing. I just took it on its first out-of-state trip and averaged 57.7 mpg. Even my father, a staunch old school car guy, was blown away by the features and the ride.
     
    #2 Reformed SUV guy, Aug 24, 2009
  3. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Why did your aunt get rid of it?
     
    #3 richard schumacher, Aug 24, 2009
  4. ryprius

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    Wish I could get 57.7 MPG...how in the world. Its pretty hilly here so Im blaming it on that...Maybe im just not driving it right.
     
    #4 ryprius, Aug 24, 2009
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    My aunt has a few cars and also has another Hybrid (highlander)..I had mentioned needing something like her Prius for my long drives to school and she offered me an AMAZING DEAL so I bought it.
     
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  6. PoulStaugaard

    PoulStaugaard Now a PriusOwner

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    The secret to great mileage is to slow down. Avoid short trips if you can - a bicycle is your friend here. And keep your tires properly inflated. And did I mention slow down ? Most cars have optimum efficiency around 30-35 mph and will consume nearly twice as much at 75. This is especially true for the Prius.
     
    #6 PoulStaugaard, Aug 24, 2009
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    Yeah I need to watch the lead foot if I want it to be better...What is good tire pressure for the Prius...
     
    #7 ryprius, Aug 24, 2009
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    Use the cruise control on the highway and see how your mileage is. I found I get good gas mileage using it
     
    #8 blippo, Aug 24, 2009
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    Many people around these boards use the max tire pressure listed on the side-walls for the front tires (engine is heavy) and two pounds less for the rear tires. Other people inflate their tires much more...their sanity has been questioned though:D.
     
    #9 MJFrog, Aug 24, 2009
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