2008 Toyota Prius Review - I Love This Car!
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- This is an honest and funny review of a 2008 Toyota Prius. We look at some of the design of the car, as well as take it on a drive. Come check it out!
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"Quieter than a church mouse pissing on cotton." That's a first. I'm stealing that.
Aliece Alessandra you’re welcome 😉
It's a great car, my wife has a 2007 and loves it. Reliable and fuel efficient, what more can you ask for? I have a 2010 Prius myself. You're a wise man to choose a Prius.
yes I also have 2007 model best car I really like it
@@juniekhan7594 how much are these worth now? My son has a 2008 and I'm curious what someone would pay for it.
I hate prii
@@person9897 get off a Prius video then
*car enthusiasts loudly snort*
I have a Prius with 726000 Miles all of the original battery
JM JM JM JM JM JM wow! That’s a lot of miles.
What year is it?
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What year??
My hero 😂
Subscribed. Next up, Hellcat!!!
Car Wizard heck yes!
I've been a car salesman and have sold 100k dollar vehicles, and 2k dollar vehicles. I own a 2008 with 213k miles, that I purchased as a 1 owner used vehicle with 178k miles in October 2017. It's by far the best vehicle you can buy. Battery still works fine(knock on wood). I camp in it, and it's smooth and worry free transportation. What else do you need?
Whip Tech I couldn’t agree more! Everyone needs a Prius.
Lol those year Priuses and mileage must be popular, my son bought a 2008 with just under 180k also, runs great. HOWEVER, I would be remiss if I didn't mention the NEED to install protection for the catalytic converter. He had his stolen twice! Everyone who is interested in one of these needs to understand.
@@kbanghart indeed...was looking at them recently
Prii are stupid I hate them
@@person9897 Why?
I have an 08 prius and being a car guy, trust me it’s the drivers not the car. They can reach the max that the ecu allows at 108 decently easy on a flat. Only thing is they’re loud as heck inside over 60 mph
Achelees I totally agree!
Prius rage is real, I always have people swerve past me to slam on their brakes at the red light I'm stopping for. Even better is when they merge to the left lane and there's way more cars stopped in that lane so they end up eating my dust at the light. It's been really amusing to observe how many truly stupid drivers are out there (for some reason, a lot of Altimas...)
I do agree freeway merging is more to do with drivers than the vehicle, though I think the soft throttle programming on old Priuses did discourage moderate acceleration.
Yep, I have a 2013 and I agree, drivers can be pretty cruel to the Prius. They do not like to be behind you in the fast lane, regardless of how fast your going. I compensate for that by driving slightly aggressively as the car really isn’t that slow. They tend to back off a bit. I’ve had mine up to about 98 and cruse at 80+ daily.
I have a Prius V and cars cut in front of me when I coast to the red light at the intersection.
Just purchased a 2005 Prius! I love it!
I’m getting one this week! Very excited. My current SUV gets me 14-17 mpg depending on how I drive and cost 60 a week to fill up. 400+ a month is ridiculous to pay in gas.
Wow! I bet you're excited!
@@ElliottAlvis very excited!! My Nissan Pathfinder has made me beyond broke these past few years. Happy I have it for the winter but not logical as an everyday driver
@@budder71O I used to have a 1999 Suburban, same mileage, like 13-17 or so.
@@budder71O no way! I’m switching from a nissan pathfinder to a 2008 prius too! Theres no possible way your pathfinder was a 2004 too, right?
@@logan7151 not an 04 but an 05!
"An air box that filters out all the dise diesel exhaust that gets blown in your face when you drive the car" killed me 😂😂😂
The Amazoner Ha! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
Wait does it really take diesel?
@@jasonlaboy No, that was a joke about assholes in diesel trucks who like to blow black smoke at efficient cars like Priuses.
@@BenNemec oh lol I own one now so I know that wasn't true now but the joke went over my head back then.
@BenNemec 😂 I own a08 Prius for a daily driver but also a 3/4 ton Cummins diesel, so I'm a dual asshole! 😎
This was an amazing video... I’m laughing my way to the dealership now. To buy a Prius.
I’m currently about to purchase this exact model in black! I didn’t think anyone would make a video about it but here you are lol I’m even more excited about it.
Ha, that’s awesome! I’m sure you’ll love it! Thanks for watching!
Haha! I'm so glad they invented tesla. Finally, people can look at a prius for what it is - a great little car. And whaaat a looker. You know if you squashed a 3rd gen, like foot or two lower, it looks just like a Lambo Huracan. I reckon Lamborghini copied the prius.
Hahaha! TRUE...!!! I've always said my red 2008 Prius looks like a bloated Lambourgini.....!
I have the same Prius, I got it a year ago. Love it! I didn't know about the brakes.
Thanks for the video. I have a second gen. Prius, got it two years ago at 186 K miles, it's so cute, smooth & practical, love it. Although I had to replace some items (spark plugs, PCV valve, tires, coolant, etc.), I hope it lasts me a long time. I've driven several cool rental cars before, but the Prius always tops out on ride quality & overall satisfaction, a terrific car for everyone!
As an owner of a silver 2008 Prius (New to me as of 2 years ago)
1. The plastics on your car exterior look brand new and wonderful! UV light has degraded the plastics on my car's door handles and the fake rear spoiler...You must have a garage baby!
2. If you have the Touring model, the HID headlights are a royal PITA to replace when they start to burn out. The HID bulbs are sealed in the headlight assembly like a pickle jar...And after 12 years, the seals are cold welded shut so all of those "easy way" youtube videos of changing the bulbs without removing the headlight assembly are a waste of time.
Pep Boys quoted me around $500USD in parts and labor to replace both bulbs because "We have to remove the bumper."
(the procedure isn't really "removing the bumper," It's just all about having the a few, inexpensive tools and removing cosmetic plastics in the engine compartment, surrounding the bumper and in the wheel well.)
Fortunately, after browsing priuschat and r/prius, I found the following video, and replaced the bulbs for $80 on my own. What I love about the video is that the experienced mechanic is yanking on the headlight assembly....Hung up on and finally finding the same screw I didn't remove while whining at the headlight for 20 minutes "Why aren't you coming out??!!??"
th-cam.com/video/4zG2BPEK0dQ/w-d-xo.html
3. There are four "leverage" fins on the cap of the sealed headlight assembly to access the HID bulb...Unfortunately, Even after you remove the headlight assemblies...The original equipment seals are so stiff and cold-welded together and the leverage fin plastic is so brittle after 12 years that some of the fins may break off as they did to me.
I used a tiny bit of teflon bicycle chain lube on the headlight assembly seal, wiggled it back and forth with constant pressure. It was frustrating, but BE PATIENT...The seals will eventually wick up enough lubricant to stop sticking and the pickle jar opens up.
Kendrick Kelly great advice! Thanks for the support!
Too bad you weren't clever enough to scrap that overpriced POS HID system and install LED bulbs!
Just purchased a 2008 Prius! I love it! And the leather seats are a definite bonus. 😊
My 08 has 250,000 miles! Make sure you clean your cooling fan for your hybrid battery every 100k for better efficiency
I love my Black 2008 prius 🖤. It’s my first car and I still drive it every day. People did make their jokes but I don’t care!
Good job maintaining your Prius it looks almost new. This video made my day thank you!
I have three of these - ALL silver! That wasn't planned, but after I bought the first one I had to buy MORE!! They are like a serious drug of happiness...👍
I have the same car and I love it! Just changed the spark plugs at 249k and still getting 42mpg, it has a hard life but never lets me down!
Wow 42mpg is crazy
Have a 2006 prius boreal green. 157000 km only.
Great car, so smooth to drive... I hope to keep it many years again.
Love your vid 🤩🤩
Christophe awesome! Thanks for watching!
One of the very few things I hate about the Pruis is visibility. It has massive blind spots from the A pillars to the rear sides, and especially the rear view mirror right up in my face blocking 25% of the windshield (I'm 6'3" this may be different for non giants)
I'm 6 ft even, I'll check this next time I'm in the car.
True.
Best review I have ever seen on a a Prius (in fact it's the only one) in my 63 years on this planet. (so good I had to share it)
You will go far my boy and so will the car (very, very far (away)).
Seriously though, I really enjoyed this and I'm looking forward to watching the rest of your videos and get up to date.
Bootneck thanks for the support!
I know what you mean mate. I have an 06 gen 2 prius with 436,000kms on the clock and it still gets 4litres per 100kms. I've added an American made fuel flex plug and play module and now my car runs on e85 too! And I've still got 4 hub caps! Best daily driver I've ever had and I race a GM v8! Haha
blairo15 oh wow! That’s excellent. Thanks for the support man!
“Attractive to look at”
Every car enthusiast within a 40 year time span: *I feel a disturbance in the force*
😂
LOL!
I usually pass cars, and I can get annoyed when someone in a "sporty’ car is going slow. I’ve said "dude, I’m in a Prius why am I passing you?" I get weird looks, especially with the kayaks on it.
Haha, that’s awesome!
7:50 28 mpg average 😆
that's low, what's up with that
I'm ok about people making political assumptions about me. Haa🤣
Your buddy shared your page to one of my Facebook groups.
You earned a sub
Greta Thu'umberg I appreciate it sir
Keep pumping out the Prii videos, thinking about buying one!
JustaKoreanGuy you should! They are great cars. Thanks for watching!
The 3rd gen Prius used a electric water pump and turns on when coolent gets to temp which also means you get cabin heat sooner
I love this car, mine is a blue one year 2005! I am from France and I was wondering why people in USA hate this car so much??? Here in France, people absolutely don't give a sh!t if you own a prius or not! I liked your video by the way! :D
My-Anh Doan I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I think some of the early adopters gave these cars a bad reputation in the US. They aren’t a bad car, but the owners were quite annoying for a while. Thanks for watching!
Because a good portion of Americans don't like fossil fuel hating, tree hugging, liberal, democratic voting little pricks.
Still, not sure what that has to do with Prius owners?🤷
Main thing that makes it amazing is its a TOYOTA!!
Bought one, your video was one of the few that made me decide about getting one and my SO found your video informative as well!
aRod 4You that’s awesome! Glad you enjoyed it, and glad I could help!
You bought a car based on a sarcastic video?
You know what's more f***** up is that you're watching this video and you're like wow a Prius but then you're too busy focusing on how hot the guy is reviewing it 🤦🏻♂️SMH YALL
😂😂😂😂
Felt 🤣
The political assumption is soooo true! I was attending a conservative show and someone else who was also attending the show parked right next to me in the parking garage. They saw my Prius, and also a California license plate. We ended up talking a little later while in line and he admitted to initially assuming I was there to cause trouble or protest hahaha.
Ha, that’s great!
Do a Yugo next 😂
The 2008 Toyota Prius is not only an efficient car, but it is a very adorable car. I mean, it's one of the cutest cars I've ever seen in my life. And I love the pudgy design of the 2008 Toyota Prius. I makes the car very cute. What makes the 2008 Toyota Prius cute, is the headlights are cute, they look like the 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo's headlights, and the tail lights are pudgy, but very adorable. The 2008 Toyota Prius, in the front, just looks like it can do that "UwU" face, by the headlights and the grille. The Prius, very efficient, very attractive, very adorable/cute. Although, when Toyota made the 1st, 3rd, and 4th generation Prius, Toyota should have given these Prius generations different model names. The 2008 Toyota Prius should keep it's name "Prius", while the 1st, 3rd, and 4th generation Prius deserves to have different model names. And don't call me blind, whoever doesn't like the 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because it's my opinion!
Cool nice review !! Thanks confirmed a lot of things I wanted to know. Just looking for a gas saving reliable daily driver
Can’t go wrong with a Prius! Thanks for watching.
I love my Prius 🤑
Ok, I subscribed. Hoovie and the Wizard said we should come here and subscribe, but you got me with "quiet as a church mouse pissing on cotton."
David Wilson Ha! Thanks man. Welcome to the channel!
bro what the heck, me and my friend pulled up next to you in her gold prius and said “cool prius!” at Quiktrip at 37th and Rock and now we stumbled onto your youtube video???? small world
zane allen Ha! I was going to say “checkout my TH-cam channel” but didn’t want to sound like a douche. That’s crazy! Nice to meet you guys
Best Prius review EVER!!!
I have a 2008 Prius also and really like it but I must disagree about the visibility inside the car . It's like one big blind spot and trying to park it straight is a b**** and most other Prius owners I've talked to agree that they are really hard to park straight. My Prius is the touring edition and has a rear camera and a JBL stereo. The camera is pretty crappy because if there's any sun on the screen it is pretty worthless but the stereo is really nice
Really?? I drive my son's 2008 sometimes and seems to have ok visibility and parking straight. Next time I drive it I'll make sure to check.
I have a 2008 Prius. So many people think I'm going to drive slow so at red lights, they pull ahead and cut me off. The look on their faces when I change lanes and gun it past them. lol
So I had a Lexus CT200h a couple years ago. It was a 2012 so I think it had the same drivetrain. I really liked the car but I honestly couldn't get over the lack of power. I drive a ton for work and thought it would be practical but after 6 weeks I realized I just wasn't a hybrid guy...
I can't, however, knock them for how good they are at what they do.
Gavin Malm I hear you man. This is just my daily driver though. I have a Hellcat for the fun stuff ;)
@@ElliottAlvis I'm watching your Hellcat review right now. Great car! I'm looking to unload the BMW and pick up a new daily. It still needs to be fast!
Gavin Malm Hellcat’s are becoming a great bargain! Especially in this economy
Very good video!!! I am considering subscribing!!! First because I love the Prius and you do it justice, which is quite rare in your world of "car guys". I hope you will continue posting videos about your very nice 08 prius.Here in France Toyota sells tons of hybrids, you see them everywhere (Prius, Auris, RAV4 and even the small Yaris is in hybrid) and they don't suffer from the same "trolls" as you have in the USA. Most people have nothing against those. They have an excellent reputation of reliability and great gas mileage. They are powerful enough for any situations. They sell very easily on the second hand market here in France. I've owned several Toyota Hybrids myself and what I like the most is the smooth driving, no other automatic transmission is as relaxing as the Toyota Hybrid System.
bla bla Thanks for the support! Check out some of my other videos, I think you’ll enjoy them.
just bought a red prius after watching ur video..thanks Eliott..
I'm sure it's because of the roads where I live, but I only get about 42mpg. Though I'm sure the winter tires are contributing to less mpg.
More Prius content immediately please.
I bought one of these new in 08, loved that car! Overall really very useful & efficient.
InternetDude They are great cars once you can get past the bad reputation! Lol. Thanks for subscribing! I just subscribed to you as well.
When I got my 2001 Gen 1 Prius, I got waves from random pretty women on the highway, and several female acquaintances asked to go for a ride in that car. Also, not so pretty older guys would flag me down in store parking lots to ask about the car. I got no pretty women waving to me in my 2004 Gen 2 Prius though, so it wasn't my good looks. :(
it actually has a e-cvt with a ton of gears and gear ratios. Also their are actually 2 motors in the engine. Instead of a transition you have fancy computers that do all the adjusting timings.
I don't get the bad reputation, best car ever!
Nayim Kay I agree!
Holy fuck this whole thing had me CRINE!!
He's funny, likable, and got a kitty cat. hit the like button for the cat. cat needs to eat.
Thank you! The kitty cat appreciates
It. He’s in more of my videos!
Just because of that intro, I wanna buy a Prius! This video needs to be shared to all Prius haters!
My three Kansas heroes all commented on your video! You've arrived, my friend!
I live in Wichita too, my daughter saved her money and bought a 2007 Prius shes16 scariest thing for me is it doesn’t have a backup camera, I’m thinking of purchasing one for her just for safety, what you think I should do to help upgrade it
Cool, my son has a 2008, yes a backup camera would be a good investment. I was also thinking about a little horn that would make a tone when I back up too, nothing obnoxious but where ppl could at least hear it. Bc I know Priuses can be very quiet and sometimes ppl don't notice when you're moving, especially slow in a parking lot.
I think the worst drivers are the ones that peel off the start and the ones that slow to crawl before a turn.
I'm currently looking at a 2007 one
I have a highway I drive all the time I-75. It has a minimum speed of 65mph and I drive it. I know I can legally drive 70-75 depending where I am on that Interstate. Its just my sweet spot is 65mph.
Still driving 2004 Prius, 175k miles, battery pack replaced with 2013 battery pack in 2020.
That’s awesome!
Just bought a 2009 Prius ($7995) Touring w/ 109k miles, leather interior, maintained at a Toyota dealership since new (carfax), only owners were an old couple who ended up buying a Tesla right after. I think I got really lucky. I just wished it had sport mode like the Prius V I leased a while back. But other than that, no complaints. I know how this guy feels. I love the prius too! hehe
That’s great! It sounds like you got an outstanding deal!
You can sleep in these cars, they have enough room to slap a twin mattress in there and keep the AC on.
I need to try that one of these days!
@@ElliottAlvis do it when camping g!
Gotta put a timer on the 0-60 😂
KSMTBer it’s somewhere under 30 seconds from what I can tell. Lol
Only 10.9 seconds to 60mph apparently. Step less transmission means it flings itself down the road without gear changes - it's like a General Electric Turbofan pushing you to take off speeds. It just keeps going.
After I cleaned out the engine on my 08 I got 8-9 seconds
My girlfriend was in the fence about this car, now she’s sold! 🚙💨
Love your videos, dude! Haha. Hopefully this channel takes off! I own a G1 insight, G1 Prius, and G4 Prius. They’re great.
Austin Kinser great collection! I want to find a clean first gen Prius one day.
"Just leave it alone " 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Was that CGI smoke at 6:53? Sorry, I couldn't resist. I also own a 2008 Touring
G Wernette lol I wish it was tire smoke! It was the puff of exhaust condensation because it was sort of chilly out when I filmed this. The touring model is so nice! Thank you for watching!
I have a 2009 Prius and I'm loving it!
How many miles, and how much did you pay for it? If u don't mind me asking.
@@kbanghart 90k miles and $6000. I live in NYC and got it from a dealer
@@Griiemy23 90K, that is excellent, it should last you a long time.
my next car, my wife and I have been gradually downsizing cuz we have kids moving out soon, so maybe we will get a Prius or something similar, definitely used but not too old.
@@kbanghart the Prius is by far one of the best cars I've owned. I've had a Honda, Infinite, and Audi but nothing makes me happier than my Prius. It's low cost to maintain and I barely have to fill her up. I think you and your wife would be pleased, they are pretty spacious as well! My father in law is 6'2 and he said he was surprised at how roomie the back seats were. My best advice to you that was given to me by several people is to avoid 2010 Prius at all costs. They have tons of issues. I wanted a 2012 but I noticed a lot of people in Prius forums mention 2009 to be one of their best builds so when I came across mine, I didn't hesitate.
@@Griiemy23 Oh well, ok thanks about avoiding the 2010. I had no idea. But I would like one that's got less miles. It might be almost impossible to find one older with fewer miles.
28.8 mpg average?
Second guessing getting a prius due to all the extra unneeded attention.
Unfortunately it’s just part of the deal when you drive a high profile car like this.
I absolutely love Toyota.
Jay me too Jay! Lol
Sounds like you had a Trump supporter in your undercarriage in a couple of clips.
nomo you think so?
YOu're driving around with a fricking solo cup full of soda in the trunk?
Yep!
it's the only car i can go 108 past a cop and not even get an eye batted my way
that's the absolute fastest you can go in one. I tried. several times. it will not go to 109.
Lem Aiko I’ll have to see what I can get mine up to 😉
I hit 96:(
great video, thank you
2008 Toyota Prius is my first type of car and I love it
what do you think about prius 2024 ??
Attractive is extremely subjective
I drive a 1993 Mercedes W124 400E ( V8) , but I am also looking for a Gen 2 Prius :)
Christophe Zydek get one! You can’t go wrong.
Your Funny Brother
7.3 power stroke owner
Haha, heck yeah! I'm glad you gave this video a chance man
I really really want to buy one the insurance and car payments are also very very cheap like ughhh
Carrington Page IV do it! They are fantastic cars.
Question for Prius owners, I am looking to buy a 08 Prius and what are the things I should look out for when I go look at the car?
Ask the owner for service records on the vehicle. Inquiry whether or not the main battery or cells have been changed? How frequent the oil changes, etc. To determine if the car was properly maintained. I also, have 2008 prius I love the car.
8:29 anyone else see Tyler Hoover for a second? 😂
That’s a compliment in my book! Lol
yes, thats true
I'm thinking about getting a Toyota Prius but is it high maintenance? What are the down sides? I've never owned a hybrid. Are the parts expensive?
Jay1 Hi5 I actually made a video about my cost of ownership so far!
@@ElliottAlvis Okay, I'll check it out.
Just picked up an 07 prius with nearly 200k miles on it. 1 owner. . Hopefully it lasts until I die
Just bought a 2005 prius from an older man. 85k miles. Coming from driving a lifted diesel truck it's an odd transition. But have been enjoying the 45mpg average. Helps me travel more than I did in the past.
The brz/frs/82 use the exact same wheels as the 2nd gen Prius lmoa
A friend offered to sell me a hybrid 2008 Prius because I had a car accident. I worry about the miles. He bought the car in 2017 with 177K miles on it, and now, it has 202K. My family told me to avoid cars with high mileage. I trust my friend - he's sold cars for years - but I've gotten stranded on the road once before. Paranoid of it happening again.
Thats understandable. I bought this Prius thinking that 40k miles was a lot of mileage, so 200k seemed way out of my comfort zone. But after learning about the Prius, how it works, and how it has fewer components that fail over time, the mileage didnt bother me.
@@ElliottAlvis Price he's asking is $3K (my budget is $5K, so I'm fine with that). I know he's taken good care of it, so would you recommend it in this case?
@@Khadi-C sounds like a good deal to me!
Hi All, I would like to buy a 2008 Prius myself, all the cars I find are around 200,000 miles on them. I would like to know if it’s OK to get a 200,000 miles driven Prius … any advice would be highly appreciated..!
I have a 2008 Prius . In 15 years, nothing has gone wrong. Nothing! 2 years ago I had a C.D. stuck in the changer. That's it.
Just bought my son 2008 silver prius. I was having 2nd doubts but I feel better now.
buffy0214 Awesome! They are fantastic cars. I think you’ll enjoy it. Thanks for watching!
Great choice! It will outlast a new Buick, true story.
i drive a 2004 toyota prius and love it omg my boyfriend loves it so much
This is way better than the video about why you hate the Toyota Prius you finally got over it and like it😊
Drive a 2005 Prius 😀
Very reliable and high comfort
They are great cars aren't they? Thanks for watching Marc!
I own a v8 Camaro, turbo Honda civic. Just got a Prius. Couldn’t be happier 🎉
I get lots of political assumptions made and also EVERYONE tailgates me even if im going 95 mph.