Is the 2023 Toyota Prius the best new sedan WORTH the price?
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- FIRST DRIVE: The ALL NEW Prius gets a total makeover from Toyota for 2023. On the outside you will discover all new sheet metal, LED lighting, optional 19in wheels and fixed glass panoramic roof. on the inside there is a massive 12.3in infotainment system, soft-tex materials, ambient lighting and a 7in digital gauge cluster. Under the hood is now a 2.0L inline-4 pared with an electric motor to produce 196HP when equipped with AWD. Is the 2023 Toyota Prius a new sedan WORTH the Price?
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GOOD MORNING to the whole Raiti's Rides family! This is the FIRST DRIVE you have been waiting for! Please make sure you post your honest thoughts about the Prius in the comments section because I can't wait to see what you have to say.. If you like the video review Lori & I did please share it with others. Your support and help means the world to us and goes a long way!
Nice drop, yt did it on time!
@@PremiumUserUltra This is spot on the money Sam!
This prius = Sleek sporty, and most important of all surprising Joe! Fuel economy no joke! Real advantage for Toyota.
@@chrisgelo1425 Toyota really brought it big time! They are not messing around!
i bet Twinkies sponsor you videos 😂
HALF the price of a Model 3 (and 10x the build quality). This is the true game-changer.
They nailed it!
🤣🤣🤣
No, Actual purchase price may over 40000
@@jeff8039 jeff got that elon nut on his chin
Model 3 is better
I never considered purchasing a Prius but Toyota did an awesome job with this generation.
I can't wait to see what they're going to do with the next gen Camry!
Tell me about it! Stay tuned!
Yes, that part about the Camry. If it looks like this.............
@@anthonyd55 What lol
Amazing exterior design, Toyota did that!
They really have created something fresh!
@@RaitisRides DAMMIT... I can't believe Im saying this but as a manual transmission lover, I'm really liking this new Prius. They hit so many marks and it looks so freakin sexy I'm so tempted!!! Can't wait for the Prime review 👍👍
@@RaitisRides I agree 👍
They just ripped off the lines from Tesla. It looks like a model 3 with a weird front.
@@mp-xt2rg WTF! From where?
I actually like it in this color believe it or not! I can see maybe leasing one or just flat out owning. The design is very nice! They really took their time and listened to their customer base and challenged the competition! Great Job Raiti!!! As always! - Eric
Hey Eric! I am so glad that you are digging this new Prius! I appreciate you tuning in!
And I appreciate raiti for acknowledging your viewers
What’s the point of leasing a toyota? You buy them for reliability.
@@solomons5669 True statement indeed. Have to rethink that!
I love white paint with metallic flake and/or iridescence. But flat white paint can go back to the rental lot!! Haha
i can honestly say i was that person saying i’d never buy a prius. but seeing it remodeled, i’ve never been more interested. truly a game-changer. thank you SO much for this review
They really hit a home run. I don’t think I’ll ever be a fan of the stuck up flat screen on the dash as opposed to the more integrated look (it’s just preference I know. That said, that digital instrument cluster is dead sexy, no other way to describe it!
Agreed on the screen.
a home run 4 people 5´9 and under, especially on the back seats
I'm so excited! I ordered a 2022 Prime in the summer which was supposed to be delivered by now. But when I saw the redesigned Prius I was blown away! Switched my order to a 2023 XSE which hopefully will be delivered by summer 2023 🙏🏻
Oh wow that is awesome! I am keeping my fingers crossed for you!
In Japan, we ALREADY are being told the waiting list is going to be 2 years+… My local dealership chain of 40 stores is getting quote for 50 (fifty!!) Priuses they can accept during the initial preorders (coming up on Dec 20th is seems). One Prius per store! Insanity. But keeping fingers crossed for everyone! US might be getting things faster because configurations are preset (vs Japan where every car is order-built)
@@macdee1337 that is going to be Toyota’s biggest challenge. Should be interesting to see how it pans out!
@@macdee1337 Damn that's insane! 2+ Years is just completely nuts. When I talked to my dealer he said he would think a delivery for summer 2023 was possible. However I'm pretty sure it won't work out for that date. I'm pretty sure my delivery will be by the end of 2023 or beginning 2024. FINGERS CROSS FOR YOU GUYS IN JAPAN🙏🏻🤞🏻
You can't order one yet.
Seriously considering this for my next car. Did a road trip from Tampa to Maine in Aug and rented a previous gen. Loved the efficiency but hated the styling and lack of power. Seems like Toyota fixed both of those and then some!
Oh wow that is awesome! Thanks for sharing that great experience!
Never thought I’d say I want a Prius now. Looks great!
It is probably one of the most shocking things in the auto industry this year in a very good way.
Nice review! Some corrections: The “B” gear mode is not for normal driving, but mainly for going down hills to save your brakes. It maximizes regenerative braking (even when brake pedal is not pressed), but the normal drive mode also has regenerative braking when using the brake pedal (and even slightly when just coasting).
Always love your presentation and overview…Excellent job as expected…10 out of ten
I like how you always give a little history about the brand/car before you start the review. Great video as always!
This is the hybrid like no other. Toyota done a great job with the new body style. Great review Joe, Lori, and Steven.
Thank you for great review
I like the way you present the car and your comments.
Keep up the good work
Wow! 😮 👏🏼 remarkable exterior design. Never thought I’d say this, but I would definitely consider this an alternative everyday driver. In terms of design, this is far more appealing than other eco friendly/EV out right now, in my opinion. I love the way it looks, hats off to Toyota for nailing the design!
I am so glad that you enjoyed this one Josh/
Love your videos , been waiting on this one !!! The new Prius is crazy !
Thank you for being so supportive Preston! I am glad that you are digging the new Prius!
Awesome video as always! Looking forward to the Prius prime one. Keep up the good work
You got it Edwin! The Prime should be an even bigger winner.
Great review as always. You’re definitely one of the most educated when it comes to cars in general; which shows in small details such as knowing engine configurations, technology, aerodynamics, etc.
Thank you for letting me share my car passion with you!
He is great like Alex on Autos
Thanks for the Atari info.... Didn't know I needed to know but I'm glad I do
Definitely going to be my next vehicle. Thank you Laurie and Raiti 🙌🏽
This is the one I was waiting for. Toyota has naied it with this model. A couple of pointers: IMHO, the hybrid version is the best value - really good fuel economy. I was never a fan of plug-in hybrids. Also, while it is roomy and good enough for the majority of folks, if you are tall the rear headroom can get tight. In the US, at least my American friends have more model choices, in Canada it's more limited. I think you;re right with the front emblem, it should have the other badges with the gunmetal colour. I don't mind the fender flares being the black - they're not huge and seem to fit in smoothly. No rear wiper blades but it doesn't need one.
Most of the advantages of an electric car with none of the negatives, and decent styling! This one will break records sales wise… especially as we go deeper and deeper into the recession.
This is so very true!
Yup, this car is right on time. Toyota has been in beast mode lately.
Yea Bidens America is very expensive. God do I miss Donald Trump. Times were so much better.
@@2004cyrus LuLz....
@@allansm66 no kidding. Talk about clueless...
I can’t wait for this one to hit our dealership. We’re going to have a lot of happy customers! ☺️
I love the styling and the new power it offer it’s definitely on my list for a new car. Specially, with the mileage it gets.
The front end looks like a Lamborghini countach lol. Love it
I’m so glad that you like it!
Thanks for an awesome video, Raiti! What I want to know, though, is what area of SD were you driving through?!
Good job to Toyota on the new Prius. Great interior, good power, and good styling.
They really checked all the boxes off with this one.
Thanks for getting this out so soon! Great Vid. Loved the shout out to Michigan crappy roads! As a Michigander he speaks truth!
Thank John for starting your day off early with us. I never believed that Michigan roads were that bad but boy are they.
They did a nice job on this one, that gas mileage is great, I might have to check one out. I don't even mind the steering wheel, LOL. Another Great review as always !!!!
I saw the new Prius at the LA Auto Show and was very impressed. I can't wait to see your test drive video.
Regarding the USB ports, you referred to the under dash ones as both being USB-C. Yet I believe one is USB-C, the other is USB-A. Are the back USB ports also one -A and one -C? Given there are still a lot of USB-A cables out there, it seems having one each of -A and -C would be the best setup. Thanks for the great video!
Great review. Thank you.
This is the first Prius I would actually consider. Looks pretty fun. I'm with you on the steering wheel, not a fan but overall it looks good.
Tell me about it Bryan!
Great thorough review as always Joe 👍👍
I am so glad that I can bring it to you!
Hey Raiti, I loved this new generation. And I loved your review aswell! Hopefully I’ll be able to sponsor one of your videos one day through my company! Still working some details
you been grinding brother love it almost 1 million nice !!
Thanks for covering this Mr Raiti
You are so very welcome Sam!
O que já era bom, agora ficou MARAVILHOSO!😍 Esse carro é um sonho😴 Não vejo a hora de chegar aqui no Brasil!🇧🇷♥️
Those trunk and hatch area side cavities are to accommodate golf bags. I love your work and the videography is top notch. 😊
This video is very detailed! Thank you! ❤️
You are so very welcome!
Never really cared for the Prius until this model came out. Seriously considering purchasing. Great job with the review. I'm at that age where I get your comparisons to the games consoles you mentioned. 😁
I love this new design! Can't wait to see the Prime review and for them to throw some hybrid/EV into the Tacoma and 4Runner!
Big changes are coming from Toyota!
That angled shot at 6:40 WOW. The color and look at that angle just sold me.
Lori does an awesome job with that camera!
The prices are very attractive and this car is great for city driving. The Prius finally caught our attention.
Toyota knocked this one out of the park.
@@Blingchachink thank you so much!
Great review! This Prius is a game changer! ( hated the looks of previous models)
I took an xle awd for test drive and it is unbelievable !
I’m getting mine in two weeks hopefully.
I ordered it this past March🎉.
Joe, Lori, everyone great job again. Glad to see the first drive of the new Prius here first. Again can't believe I can say this but the Prius is sexy and yes makes you want to touch every piece of it. They nailed the design. I wouldn't zonk the fender wheel section think it separates the white nicely but without overdoing it. Love this channel for the little fun facts and jokes, Joe Atari nice to know I have a bit of a history with Atari not in their systems but their games department. Pretty fun games, the real Apex game from them is the best one (for those wondering if you know you know). Can't wait for the Pruis Prime they have planned in XSE trim level as well I saw on their site. Nice XSE corolla wheels think with a boost of speed as well.
Thanks for being so supportive and for letting us bring it all to you!
Good morning, getting to start the day with a review is always good.
Raiti's Rides is the breakfast of champions! Thanks for being here!
@@RaitisRides Yessir you’re correct!! No need to thank me, I love being here for all the reviews.
@@mystictk4149 Your support means so very much!
@@RaitisRides That is truly awesome to hear. I’m glad it does and you’re truly the best review channel on here no can match you or Lori.
Very nice styling for the Prius. I’ve been contemplating a hybrid over an EV and I think this one may be it. I’m going to have to go test drive one.
Thank you. I enjoyed your review. Wish they had one with a moonroof... every car I've owned for the past 20 years has had one.. I've grown accustomed to real air up top...
Excellent Job Joe and Lori pricing wasn’t as bad as I was afraid it was going to be I definitely want one within the next year now. It’s just to figure out how I can get it with out a lein on it again I’m no longer a morning person here any longer but I had to get up to watch this one and I was the 3rd like this morning. I will have to admit I saw another video on the Prius last night which only reminded me why I follow RattisRides so religiously here the other one gave me nothing at all but to know I won’t ever see another one again. Thank you both so much here for your Superior videos absolutely love your content
Hi Darren! I appreciate you taking the time to comment. It really means so much to have your awesome support!
Pricing will be bad when you include the dealer market adjustment
I love 💕💕💕💕💕 the look of the new design , plus being great on gas makes it a easy winner for me
It really is a win win situation Brian!
I love ❤️ it !!
THANKS
I am so happy that you are happy with it! You are so very welcome.
Joe, fantastic review, as always!! Hilarious, too!!!
What a great review. I ordered mine at the dealer today and can hardly wait for delivery.
Thanks Mike! Congrats on your new Prius!
I love the new design. Especially that ambient light bar. I don't know why I really like that. Although, I think the lack of a spare tire should be worth two zonks.
That is a very good point!
I would consider getting the limited, because I want a good travel car/hybrid that gets around 50mpg and has decent back seat room. But I’m cheap and might get a used Prius, as prices will drop. Great review!! I like that paint color!!
Just buy new Michael. It’s used as soon as those tires hit the pavement! Hahaha and instead of saying you are cheap I’d say you are probably wise with your cash like i am! Which is why we have a lot in the bank. We aren’t spenders. I hate having to spend.
Yeah see I want to get an older model but damn this one's too sexy
Just get the LE. The Limited is too expensive for what it has.
No prices are dropping with the moron in the white house.
We love you my twinkie friend! Always see your videos ,happy holidays from Lake County FL ❤️
Happy Holidays to you! Thank you fir tuning in!
I've been thinking about buying a Prius since 2017. Back then I bought a Mustang EcoBoost premium. Now I'm glad that I waited for the new Prius. I'm seriously considering the 2023 Prius Prime.
Great review. Thanks. One question I have is about the ventilated seats. Living in CA, I've said my next car must have ventilated seats for July-October. Did you get a chance to sample this feature on your model?
If I might add sir, I have ventilated seats in my new Mazda CX-5, and I’m in California. I also told myself I wanted wanted ventilated seats in my next car, and now I have that next car as I mentioned. Well I find that the vehicles air conditioning is so strong that I don’t need the ventilated seats. I’ve used them for testing purposes a few times and they are almost unnecessary even in the California heat. I just spent the summer in San Antonio Texas and I didn’t use them there either. Now I’m thinking I bought features I wanted and didn’t need. They work great but I forget I have them and the a/c does a wonderful job. Just my own experience in a different car but in the same hot environment. Hope that gives you some other vantage point.
@@2004cyrus Thanks for sharing your experience. Good to know!
@@thorchallgren welcome TC
I've lived in states requiring a front license plate but have never had one on my cars and never been an issue. It ruins the front end look, so glad you pointed this out on the Prius. Bizarre why they didn't make any modifications as you stated as that block looks like a cheap afterthought on an otherwise incredible car.
It's all about money and control with those states. It DOES make a vehicle look ridiculous and cheap with a front license plate, especially with sports and luxury cars.
I had a 2022 GR86. I used the tow hook in the front with a kit for the front plate. No drilling. No way I'm paying a $200 fine
We had a 22 RAV4 Hybrid that we recently traded because of quality issues. The 2.5L in the RAV Hybrid is loud under much of any acceleration. Hard to tell if this is better from a video. I like the styling and interior design much better than the previous Prius. The backup camera in the RAV was terrible quality especially in low light, hopefully this is better.
Arrived from work to see raiti's review great!!
Thanks for starting your day with us!
How is the visibility from left to right at the windshield with the pillars so far forward? I have a Honda Fit and hate the blind spot from left to right at these same forward style pillars .
It is super excellent!
The white is clean
Especially because it has a metallic pearl to it.
I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the very good 👍 and I love the video 💯💯💯💯
I had a feeling that you would Dominic!
Would probably go for the Prime for the extra power and front row (charging) parking spots.
I can't wait to bring that one to you Cody!
I'm interested in the Prius Prime also.
Was waiting for this one😊
I know it is worth the wait!
Hi Joe. I hope you can do another video with this AWD in the snow. I'm curious to see if this AWD Prius is better than the RAV4 for winter time driving. I live in Northern New Jersey. We get snow, but streets are plowed quickly. Do you think this AWD Prius would be a good choice vs. the RAV 4??? Thank you for your reply.
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Hi Raiti. My dad has a new Silverado, and the engine turning on is extra noticeable even though the exhaust is stock.
this car looks great! would love to buy one but I know they will be hard to find once they come out
It will be interesting to see if Toyota can keep up with demand!
I'm sick of the dealer markups. I hope that with the rising interest rates and dealer markups, demand will decrease to bring these ridiculous prices back down.
@@NattyGymBro we can hope so. My local Mazda dealers just eliminated the dealer adjustments. All 3 of them in San Antonio Texas.
Digging it! Definitely better in this color. I am a staunch believer in the roles Hybrids play to get us to a full BEV world
Oh btw the front fascia to me has a hammerhead effect with the way the sheet metal wraps around the front headlights
Same here! Great thoughts!
Hi Joe, I think the Prius was and still is the best Hybrid available ... not a performance vehicle but that was never a design criteria ... and yes I once owned an ealier gen Prius and it was good for 55-60MPG....Thanks Keith Chicago IL
I hope you will evaluate and compare the ride and performance of the Prime with 17" and 19" wheels. This will be the decisive factor in which trim I will buy!
I'm buying one for my daily beater. Looks great!
This would be perfect for that.
As a happy owner of a 2nd generation (2007) Prius, I've considered every subsequent generation's design to be progressively worse - tortured and fussy. This new design, however, is a welcome return to a simpler, sleeker look. I'll have to check one out firsthand. Nice review - my first time on your channel.
You are so very right!
Toyota did a great job, hey joe do you know when it will be available for purchase to the public? Great video and great camera work by Lori 👌🏼👍🏼
I spent the whole time trying to figure out where in SD this was, definitely had the feeling it was North County once I saw Villa De La Valle. Lots of people take those roads to the Cars and Coffee they have every Saturday at Rancho Santa Fe
I can totally see that!
My first hybrid sedan! Amazing video Joe.
I can see you driving this one Jeremiah.
Wow. Toyota did an amazing job with this new Prius hatchback. Gone are the days of the old frumpy Prius.
It is crazy that it actually turned out this way. It is a really good crazy though!
Now i contemplating on getting a prius. I been thinking of getting the new s650 mustang but i already own an s197 and have also wanted something more efficient. Man that one nice prius
Wheel trim all white would be preferred along with more discrete Prius lettering on the rear. One major design tweek that could be improved to make the design flow and to make the implied movement more asymmetric with the front lights is the downward slope of the rear tail lights. When it drives by you expect the rear lights to be tapered upwards to pick up on the direction of the front lobster style that move around the front corner. but instead it’s broken off and stops with a whole new direction from the downward. It does not complement the aerodynamic and the implied design of movement or speed that comes from the front end and side flaring.
I like the things that you mentioned!
All I really want to know is how much power the new Prius Prime has in electric-only mode.
That media drive will be taking part at the start of next year!
@@RaitisRides looking forward to it! Just bought a Honda Clarity though lol. So maybe in 2026.
@@jenesuispasbavard congrats on getting more Clarity! 😉👍🏻
@@RaitisRides Your rave review helped. I've only had the Clarity for a week but I *love* it!
@@jenesuispasbavard A clarity? I think only Californians buy those. 🤦🏻♂️
This new Prius looks so sleek and sexy and holy cow 7 seconds to 60 isn’t slow believe me. Not long ago many V6 powered cars were slower .
It is crazy how things are really changing for the Prius Rudy! Wait for the Prius Prime because it is even going to be quicker!
This is for sure my next car if I can find any in stock this year without a insane mark-up.
love this guy's units of measurements
Best looking Prius ever.
You better believe it Ken!
@@RaitisRides thanks brother... Keep up the good work.
Looks like the front wheel drive is the way to go if gas mileage is the goal.
It does rock it with the best MPGs, but I guess if you live in an area of the country where you get tons of snow then AWD is probably worth it.
@@drfrankiestein1076 You are correct.
14% max fuel economy better isn’t worth it in terms of cost per mile to sacrifice power and awd handling imo
The awd isn’t parasitic as it’s not attached to the drivetrain. If anything you get better handling in cornering dry and slippery conditions.
Great Job on this review! The car looks and performs wonderfully. The price is perhaps 2K-3K too high for a small EV. Thanks again!
Great video!!! The new Prius reminds me of the BMW i8!!! Kudos :)- Thanks for the LOVE :)-
Thank you Loren! That is really awesome that it reminds you of the i8.
Reminds me of you mamma when I was putting it under the table and came in her face
FINALLY first drive of the king of hybrids the Prius! Now with style!!
Tell me about it Tan!
I might have to sell my Model 3 lmao, this new prius looks so good!
I think there are others that will do the same!
Great review as always! When will we see the Prius Prime drive review?
At the start of next year so please stay tuned!
I love how it looks like a coupe since the back door handles are camouflaged. If they made the Corolla look like this it would sell even better!
Still waiting for a Twinkie powered Prius but until then this will do 👌
Now we are talking! You are awesome man! Thanks for making me laugh!
@@RaitisRides nah you are the king of legit reviews and legit laughs fr
@@RemyBonnici That means the world my friend!
@@RaitisRides Atari ftw ... well 35 years ago but appreciate the retro memories! Respect my man 💪
Front head lights design is from Ferrari SF90
Or maybe Ferrari took it from the Prius. Now that is crazy!
Knocked it out of the park with that re-design. First Prius that has caught my eye!
Hi Jo,
How are you guys? I need your help. When it goes to 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD vs 2023 Prius Prime vs 2023 Prius, which one is the better choice based on your driving experiences? I highly appreciate your help and advise. Thank you as always to all of you 🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦
I still wouldn't buy one, but I must say this Prius is quite an improvement in many ways.
Those are my thoughts exactly Mark!
Why wouldn't you buy one?
@@esteban1487 there no way I’d buy one either. Have you studied Biden’s legislation? He mandated car manufacturers have switches in electric/hybrid cars that can turn them off remotely. In other words it’s a way to keep people off the roads when they want us locked down again in the future. It’s all about control, not about keeping the emissions down. All the government officials and activists wouldn’t fly around the country and the world in private jets if they really cared about the environment. They want to keep us down, and they can live extravagantly. I’ve studied this stuff and listened to experts extensively. Don’t be fooled by their climate push. That’s all fake. It’s about money and control and power. That’s why they are pushing electrics. Plus you need a spare tire in a car.
Great job been waiting for this review. It looks like a Tesla 😊
Thanks my friend! I think when you see it in person you will see the true style of it.
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@@ramzanshaikh1656 thanks for watching!
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