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Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by Malloryn, Sep 27, 2011.

  1. Malloryn

    Malloryn New Member

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    Hi everyone,

    I picked up my new 2011 Prius III with nav this weekend. She's a Blizzard Pearl beauty. I'm enjoying it and trying out many of the tips and tricks I've read about here. I have it set in Eco mode but will try Normal soon. I have to deal with a lot of hilly terrain on my commute, and want to find the best way to deal with that. I still have much to learn and I know I've found a great place for that.

    Thanks!
     
    #1 Malloryn, Sep 27, 2011
  2. NYPrius1

    NYPrius1 Active Member

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    Welcome To PriusChat .

    I remember the excitement waiting for my 2007 Prius to come in. Every since than I remain excited with all the features of this wonderful car. But Best Of All The Gas Savings, I have been getting 56 MPG for the last 4 years.

    I hope you enjoy your new baby as much as I do mine.
     
    #2 NYPrius1, Sep 27, 2011
  3. fotomoto

    fotomoto Senior Member

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    It's rapidly closing in on our first year with my 2010 III with nav and solar. Only have 20,000 miles!!!:eek:

    I don't have hills to deal with rather it's very strong headwinds. What I've found is you make back your losses when going the other way with a tailwind just like you'll find that going down hill helps with the uphill losses.

    Read up and learn how to use the HSI screen to its full potential. Have fun!
     
    #3 fotomoto, Sep 27, 2011
  4. spiderman

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    Welcome aboard and enjoy the ride! Great color choice. Be sure to read the manual front to back if you have not already.
     
    #4 spiderman, Sep 27, 2011
  5. F8L

    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    It helps but doesn't usually overcome the losses. :( My MPG would be so much better if I didn't have to deal with big hills.
     
    #5 F8L, Sep 27, 2011
  6. Mark57

    Mark57 2021 Tesla Model 3 LR AWD

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    Welcome to the forum!
     
    #6 Mark57, Sep 29, 2011
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