You guys have brought a level of joy back to my life that i have not experienced since the days of Clarkson, Hammond, and May on Top Gear. I Know that sounds sad, but i can ingest car reviews all day if left to my own devices. You guys have transcended all other channels. These intros, the editing, the cinematography are all on another level. THANK YOU for what you do.
The front is futuristic unfortunately the back is like chicken back side terrible.This is the common problem especially Japanese car design they only focus front back is not important.
I never thought that I would ever enjoy watching a Prius review video. This channel is unmatched and by far the best car media channel available today.
Strange world because I was excited to see a Prius review. You guys killed it on the intro. It was a great way to start the day after some awful business travel.
Same. Just as surprising, I kept thinking there was going to be something about it that I would hate. But I actually think this new Prius is kind of... Awesome? Would make for a great daily.
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The intro's are next level. It what clearly sets you guys apart. Super entertaining, simply a breath of fresh air form other car review channels. Keep the awesome work up gents.
“Pissed myself better turn on the ventilated seats” was not expecting that carry through between scenes wow. Honestly the writing on this episode is superb.
how about a aftermarket for hydrallic communicative steering so its not a lot of effort to use but it still gives confidence on where grip limit is, to allow minimizing braking and smooth steering for fuel effeincy and longevity of regenrative brake sys, brake pads, tires etc. it may cost less energy to run overall but i dont know if the that energy can be harnessed with aftermarket system because the electronics. itd at least be appealing when the warranty deal no longer applies. pedal mechanicla resistence maybe changed too, but i guess thats not worth changing. theres a lot that probably oculdve been better, this is a lazy done product they milking, not worth buying even in terms of emissions and all that beause it takes emission and stuff to make new cars.
@@kalmmonke5037 I really don't think that grip limit driving is a thing for the prius. But I also think that people are highly undercutting how much grip a good set of normal tires actually offer (assuming we are talking about people with the common sense to chose the right speed for a corner and not to go through mcdrive at 150kh).
I’ve shared this a dozen times and I’ve watched it probably more than that just for the intro. My wife works at Toyota and she shared it around. Absolutely hilarious and your best work yet.
The big thing for me is that this is no longer a bad car. This isn't a performance car either but at least the people buying them won't struggle up hills and accelerating on the highway, which means its a viable option for a daily and even a family.
Ya know... I really enjoy the car comparisons, the track comparisons, the in depth coverage of all things automobile by Throttle House... BUT the skits they perform and the comedy they provide are simply ICING ON THE CAKE FOR ME... IT'S PRICELESS!! THATS why I keep coming back for more. Merry Christmas Throttle House crew!
I love my 2007 Prius it was left behind by a family member who moved away and I promised to take care of it. I have to say that the Prius hate is real on the road it doesn't matter how fast i was going (usually 85 to 95 mph) people automatically try to pass me on the highway. But in the five years of driving the Prius it saved me a ton of money so much in fact I was able to get a 2022 Cayman GTS manual. The two are polar opposites and the driving experience is extreme on both ends. BTW that intro had me dying!
Prius hate is absurd and illogical. It could be the most influential/important/game changing car of the last 25 years and people (even journos) dump on it constantly.
@@ragweedmakesmesneeze Prius hate is actually real, needed, and downright warranted. The hate didn’t originate because of the car. It originated because of its general spec of drivers. Their self entitlement, their lack of courtesy, their oblivion mindset while driving, their pompous attitudes…this all has originated from the drivers themselves in general. Not all Prius owners are like this, but the majority are. If you buy a Prius, you have to be prepared that those who bought Prius’s before you, have paved the way for you to be hated on the road. I drive for DoorDash, UberEats, Instacart, and Walmart Spark. I would say 1 out of 20 Prius drivers actually drive quickly, keep up with traffic, and are aware of their driving environment. The rest of the 19 out of 20 are completely opposite, and are causators of traffic. “Don’t plan on getting anywhere if you’re stuck behind a Prius.” “Better be fully aware of that Prius driver by you if you don’t want to get hit.” These are things that immediately go through my head when I see a Prius. Like I said, it’s not about the car, because you are right, it’s probably the most important car that’s ever come out in the last 25 years. But it’s drivers have completely ruined it…
@@JacesOwnWorld have you personally met “most Prius drivers”? I swear people be making assumptions just to further the hate on a car. This car is one of the best purpose built vehicles ever made. You don’t have to like it but it definitely deserves respect for the impact it had on the car industry and hybrid technology in vehicles
You saved because the car was given to you. A similarly equipped competitor is thousands less. Purchasing a prius is basically paying more money to not buy gas. Brilliant 🙄
Jeremy Clarkson is an extremly rich and as it turned out also not very pleasant (that`s why he was kicked out of his own show) person, who can afford to hate simply every normal car an average person would buy. Thats why I never liked TopGear, bacause somehow the show`s massage was always that apart of some exeptions only sporty cars with 400+ hp can be good.
"I can't believe Prius actually means crown" is such a great callback to the Crown video, which was also excellent. Outstanding writing on this one boys.
Looks great! And other than the rear door handles, looks like a sensible car too, I like that it has buttons instead of those awful capacitive touch sensors
I do IT support for execs at my company. I follow them around the country to their week long events/meetings. That intro was shockingly accurate how they behave when working on ideas for marketing in their "war" rooms. Incredible.
I love my Gen 4. Out of every vehicle I’ve owned(SUVs, trucks, wagons, sedans), practically speaking, this is hands down the best car. Inexpensive oil changes, plenty of space, cool tech, easy to drive, comfortable, killer MPG and I can lift it for access to off-road terrain or lower it for a more sporty experience in the handling. It’s not a BMW, nor a Porsche. But if you want to be wise and have 0 worries about transportation, get a Prius. You’re welcome Toyota, will you please pay off my Prius now 🤣
I have a gen 4 how can you lift it ??? maybe in US you have the 4 weel drive and you can but I don't think you can with other versions, it's a pain how low it is constantly hitting under the front plastics
I had a Prius C, and it was a very reliable car. Yes, the inside was made cheap, but the gas prices were phenomenal. Now, I have a manual 2021 Corolla hatch, and that car is also great in its own way. Toyota hasn't failed me yet.
For a regular, non-exciting car, I never quite understand why anyone wouldn't buy a Toyota (or Lexus). Few things are more relaxing than knowing you're always going to get where you're going. People buy rivals because they're "more fun" but that's like having more interesting plain tofu or watching paint dry slightly more quickly 😄 There are few manufacturers that I don't regularly mock, but Toyota is one of them.
@@paulklp8262 Fun is a relative thing and not a priority for everyone anyway. Sure a Mazda 3 is more fun than most cars in its class, but we're still talking a "boring ass" class of cars- that's what I meant about the tofu and paint. Anyone whose main priority is fun, probably isn't buying a family hatchback unless it's a hot one. Many people will disagree, but no matter how many people tell me their diesel Golf is fun, it will never be any more true than me saying I'm the ruler of Zimbabwe. 95% of people also couldn't recognise good handling in a car anyway. That's the target market of most cars, hence everyone buying SUVs which are all about as fun as being stabbed. For those people, the Prius is fantastic, the fact a Mazda is more fun is totally irrelevant, like offering a fine wine to a chimp.
The rear end of this is so sick. This really seems like a great option for a daily, and especially. since the looks have changed so drastically. A huge Toyota W, being able to change the whole vibe of the outside without it losing itself.
TH has been, for a while now, the best channel in this genre on TH-cam (I know because I watch them ALL). But the crew hasn’t stopped improving the content with better writing and production- and this has really allowed Thomas and James to shine as presenters and entertainers. All the comparisons in the comments to the GOAT Top Gear are 100% justified. Outstanding work, guys, I’d subscribe twice if I could. Thank you!
My first vehicle was a 1996 Toyota Tacoma. It was a great truck. I have had Toyota rental cars on half a dozen work trips recently & every one of them feels like you're driving one of those red & yellow kid's toy cars down the road at 60 mph.
The details in your reviews are epic. When James says the interior lighting in other cars says "current funds moving". Oh I man I laughed so hard at that. Keep it up TH team, y'all are one channel that I watch religiously. The creativeness, attention to detail, and passion for cars makes this one of the best auto journalism channels ever.
Filmed in Littlerock, CA (very close to Palmdale, CA) on Cheseboro Rd. ;) Have been driven there many times! Hands down, good choice for filming location!!!
I have a 2012 Pruis, it still rides like it's almost brand new. I still have the original auxiliary car battery up in the engine ( most last about 6-7 years before you have to replace them ), still rides well on its original suspension ( 141,000 miles on it ). Most people that I know who ask to drive it say it's quicker than they thought. The only thing I've had to replace was the windshield washer motor for the fluid sprayer( two years ago), the cost was about $140 for taking it out and putting in the new part, and I used the heck out of the factory CD player ( rarely used the radio). The CD player lasted 9 years and failed to eject or play CDs, it had several thousand hours of use. I put in an aftermarket Cd player. If you review high-end and $ 40,000-plus cars every week its never going to be your favorite car to drive. It is similar to a great friend it rarely if ever lets you down. I don't drive slow like most Prius drivers, I've had the car up to very high speeds as I was failing to keep up with a brand new 2015 Corvette Stingray. They say it's governed at 114 but I looked at the speedo while chasing the corvette and I was going well over that ( they probably forgot to put the governor on my car), without a lot of vibration and it still felt like it could go 10-15 mph faster. The corvette driver waved at me and couldn't believe the Pruis had those speeds in her. It climbs mountain passes here in Colorado very well. The car's light has good headroom, I'm 6'1".The way I drive, the car gets about 45 Mpg in the summer and 39 in the cold winter months. The first two years I drove it, I liked to see how much gas I could save most of the time, at that time I would get 53 miles per gallon. I had a beautiful 2001 Toyota Tacoma V6 SR5 Pearl Jade TRD truck ( loved that truck) and I still feel like the Prius is my favorite vehicle I have ever owned. When I want to have a faster car for a day or two I rent Audi, and if I want a more refined car I rent a Lexus or a sports car. Lastly, I have had my Pruis here in my home state of Colorado in some pretty bad snow storms and it climbed four passes in storm ( One day) and it was rare to have any wheel slip ( the tires were close to the end of their life too). I still have the car and don't plan on buying anything new any time soon ( saved thousands on gas). It has a lot of storage space, especially the hatchback that I have. Best day to everyone.
Very enjoyable story. And I’ve heard from a friend of the Prius doing mountain passes against trucks in Colorado and the Prius winning! I missed out on a deal in 2020 pre lockdown, for a 2012 fully loaded Prius 160k miles, with solar panel for $7k !! Someone got it just before me.
@@marciamarciamarcia777 Thank you for sharing. That sounds like a fair price if it was in good shape ( the 2012 you were looking at). My car looks almost brand new inside. If you ever get one Michelin all-weather tires are fantastic. The new Prii (plural for Prius) comes with all-wheel drive on some models.
This intro is the BEST intro in human history. Karston’s expression throughout going “just what the efff is going on” and his “i give up” high-five fist thing at the end just put me over the edge. 😂
THE most entertaining and hilarious intro Throttle House (or for that matter anyone else) has ever done. I was reluctant to watch your video review of the new Prius but that ‘marketing meeting’ of yours completely sold me! THANKS Thomas and James 👍👏😂
I'm a huge car fanatic as I'm sure most of the people watching this channel are. These guys manage to bring a Top Gear kind of flare to their videos. Both informative and entertaining. What more could you ask for?
Throttle house is the best car show. The fact that you both love real “analog” cars and can appreciate efficient forms of transportation that mere mortals can afford is great.
The way they present everything even for a boring Prius is way more interesting than watching someone drive something like a Lucid Air or a Ferrari and scream and clap their hands. “It’s got carbon fiber headlights and alcantara laguna goretex seatbelts custom hand-made by a 90 year old man who used to work at IBM.” Okay, but I can’t afford it and therefore don’t care
Prius is a pioneer of hybrid drive, and already an automotive legend. When all parameters are taken into account (size, comfort, quality, price, maintenance, production...etc), perhaps the most efficient and greenest vehicle on the planet right now.
I'm not sure I'd call it the most efficient but it's certainly up there, honestly looks like a really comfy commuter for point A-B driving like work or groceries
I have moved out of Canada but still watch your reviews because they are so fun. The intro, the hashtag jokes and the cinematics. Your best episodes should be compiled into a netflix series.
Honestly the Prius is a very capable car. I remember before I got into the world of cars I was gonna buy a Prius prime lol. But then I saw a TRD 86 on the showroom floor and it was over for me😂 pretty cool cars still tbh
Well I mean they do actually have a ton in common with each other: 1. Both Japanese cars 2. Both 4-cylinder shitboxes 3. Roughly the same anemic power band. 4. Even Toyota’s best trims are literally just one letter away from spelling TURD 💩 5. No matter what they’re both always somehow in a poverty spec. 🤷🏼♂️ ALWAYS! 🤣 😈 One day if the Devil gives me a choice in hell between those two cars I’d definitely choose the Prius because at least then everyone will know that I’ve got a nasty little mangina. Whereas with 86 “owners” it’s assumed that they hide their manginas under a big ol’ dankass Bubblegum-flavored vape cloud. 💨 🤘🏻 🇯🇵
I too was moved by a Prius until I saw a mint condition used Acura TL 2004 6 speed manual 3.2L V6 for 1/4 the price. Naturally, it was over for me too.
Why did you write honestly first? Were you originally going to lie and then decided not to? The Prius is somewhat capable, but it's not capable the way a minivan is, for example. Maybe you meant it's capable at being efficient, which it is.
Another freakin’ hilarious review. You guys rock. Great review. Can’t believe you guys are upping your game. Thought you were already the best out there
Great review. Thanks. It will be interesting to see what real-world mileage is like. As a transportation product, this Prius is a near-center-target hit! I've driven many of these over the years and the best thing about them (besides legendary reliability and v. low running costs) is they basically disappear - and that's NOT damning with feint praise. Great everyday, device, and love the fact they put so much effort into the design. Seeing it everyday will at least provide some level of emotional joy :).
Nice, I really like that it’s simple to use and not gimmicky. It’s just a damn good hybrid. Reminds me of commercial vehicles,nothing is hard to use , steering is predictable “numb”, ergonomic. Me gusta .
Love this intro. It reminds me of the "Gremlins 2 pitch" sketch from Key & Peele where they recap the crazy things they actually put in the movie. Plus, the matching polos is chef's kiss.
The rear door handles gives me CH-R vibes but with actual full-sized rear windows. Overall, its a much nicer prius!! If I wanted a Prius before, I DEFINITELY want one now. Awesome video guys!
I'm averaging 59-63 mpg in my Corolla hybrid (56mpg with more aggressive or longer highway driving) so I don't see a compelling reason to switch back to the Prius unless I were to the Prime. I would love the AWD option though, specially if I were in a more snowy climate.
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Love the creativity and humour in this video and the others helping out with the skit, always a pleasure to watch you guys drive cars that will probably never drive lol
Around the 9:00 mark. Small tank? 51 mpg translate to 21.7 km/liter. And with a 40 liter tank you can run it for 870km around 540miles. That is not bad.
I appreciate Toyota's effort to rethink and redesign the Prius. It is a solid nameplate but with a reputation where any revamp can only have a positive effect :D
I drive a 2011 Toyota Prius for Uber eats work only but having a lot of seat time I really know the car it's slow yes but if you're a good driver and have some decent tires you can really drive it. This new one is an improvement by leaps and bounds and is as fast as my daily driver Honda Accord almost . Im seriously considering getting one in the future and trading my old one in.
Having previously uber'd a few years back with a Juke NISMO, I can't tell you the number of times drunk college kids (and others to be fair) couldn't find how to open the rear door due to the similar design as the Prius. Some even tried to get in the passenger side by opening the front door and trying to tilt the seat lol.
The intro is on another level altogether. I haven't even started the main video, but I already hit the like and started commenting. You guys are awesome!
It’s a big step forward, but compromised by the lack of space in the rear seats (due to the sloping roofline) and the odd steering/instrumentation setup, which I think would be a deal breaker for me.
Never did I think I’d want to watch a Prius review. But not only did I want to watch this one I was not disappointed in any way. Great work as always gents!
If that price holds, this is a great deal. The 2023 Civic hatch MSRP is about the same, but this has AWD, more hp, better options, and the fuel savings of a hybrid.
I'm surprised that no one has mentioned the resemblance of the headlights to that of a Ferrari SF90. If I were ever to own one that would be my license plate :')
Enchanting review as always. As I eek towards the twilight of my life things like the Prius become more appealing. I'm still at a loss as to why car audio systems sound like crap. The cheap Hi-Fi market has exploded over the last 10 years but affordable cars are 20yrs behind.
My intuition on that is that these companies have upmarket products they don’t want to cannibalize. If you want a truly great factory sound system from Toyota, you need to pony up for a Lexus with some Mark Levinson.
Me on previous TH video: OMG! This intro tops it all! I don't know how you guys do it but this one will be hard to beat! TH: Challenge Accepted! #nailedit
I just want to point out that I never in a million years desire to watch a prius review, you guys make good content and that's enough for me to watch. A prius to me is just a hashtag obstacle in the road for me to pass :) good job.
6:37 hilarious intro! I also like this criticism of the engine that is missing in other reviews! As I've been saying, Toyota should focused on PHEV with engine as a range extender, thus minimizing the need for high revving engine.
I'll let car guys in on a secret: They've always been good, well-packaged, mega-efficient, easy to use and ultra-reliable cars going all the way back to the first gen in the 90s. While they never deserved the love of enthusiasts, I'm not sure they ever really deserved the hate either. They're a much smarter, lighter option for most regular drivers than crossovers we all are tired of. Starting with the Prime several years ago, and now with this model, they look properly good. And it's no longer cool to be proud of your gas guzzler so may as well sip fuel along the way.
Priuses have received hate because a lot of guys think their car is a statement of their own strength and power. The fact that the mere option of a Prius exists just angers them. Just classic insecurity.
@@victreebel170 just about sums it up. The Prius is the 'brain' option instead of the 'brawn' option. Doing smart things is never considered 'cool' for some reason. Glad it is changing.
Hopefully the Prius Prime review will come soon!! Can’t wait to get this or the fully electric SUV from Toyota. Hopefully the Toyota reliability stays the same with all these upgrades!
Does anyone else see Ferrari SF90 in the headlight design and it’s actually looks ok but that intro absolutely class and the cut aways Seth Mc Farlane would be proud of nice work guys ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I'm not in the market for one of these but I like how it looks. I can only imagine how sleek it'll look when lowered a bit and with aftermarket wheels.
Not quite sure why #TheAlgorithm offered this to me, but I enjoyed it! The intro was brilliant and the running gag of using #HashtagDrops throughout the review afterward was hilarious. As someone who daily drives Priuses the 2023 model looks awesome, but I'm glad you showed #PainPoints for big and tall people too. Looking forward to seeing more from you guys!
You guys have had some legendary intros but I think this one takes the crown. Hilarious, meta and satirical. Sheer perfection.
Nahh, I think the last Toyota review they did take the crown for me. *pun intended
What was Toyota really thinking with the hashtag b.s though?
yeah this was up there with the "get in helmet" gag, epic!
@@KAWTELENUH Are there hashtags in the Prius or was that a joke?
Maybe I’m a dummy, but it wasn’t clear to me.
@@HNRichard You were faster on this one
You guys have brought a level of joy back to my life that i have not experienced since the days of Clarkson, Hammond, and May on Top Gear. I Know that sounds sad, but i can ingest car reviews all day if left to my own devices. You guys have transcended all other channels. These intros, the editing, the cinematography are all on another level. THANK YOU for what you do.
I feel the same! Love you throttle house❤
Truly facts
Which is ironic, considering how the Prius was the trio's favourite punching bag
The front is futuristic unfortunately the back is like chicken back side terrible.This is the common problem especially Japanese car design they only focus front back is not important.
Speaking of Clarkson and Prius...
The idea of still managing to keep it under $30k for the base model for a hybrid nowadays is impressive.
@@alexandrep4913 Not interested, too expensive
@@gugy68 Then just don't buy it if it has a markup. literally just buy it somewhere else and drive it back. It really is that easy.
@@mattshea6076 oh really. 😂
The issue almost all dealers are putting mark up on their cars. Good luck finding one without it.
@@gugy68 Tough shit then, just don't buy it. Find one that isn't or buy something else. Why do you think they do it?
*Ford Maverick Hybrid has entered the chat*
I never thought that I would ever enjoy watching a Prius review video. This channel is unmatched and by far the best car media channel available today.
@Damar Fadlan really?
you might like savagegeese
Or the Straight Pipes as well
No one is close to Carwow
Blows @donutmedia out the park
Strange world because I was excited to see a Prius review. You guys killed it on the intro. It was a great way to start the day after some awful business travel.
Same. Just as surprising, I kept thinking there was going to be something about it that I would hate. But I actually think this new Prius is kind of... Awesome? Would make for a great daily.
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I'm ironically watching this on a business trip myself lol
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The intro's are next level. It what clearly sets you guys apart. Super entertaining, simply a breath of fresh air form other car review channels. Keep the awesome work up gents.
I watched review one but the intros 5 times and maybe more :)).
James getting in a i8 roadster:
“Pissed myself better turn on the ventilated seats” was not expecting that carry through between scenes wow. Honestly the writing on this episode is superb.
You two have a bright future, and are the only ones that can make a Prius review interesting.
I mean it's a really good looking car for once. The potential is insane to make a good stanced car.
Social skills is what makes or breaks a man. These guys are refreshing in a sea of autistic boring car reviewers.
They got a bright present.
how about a aftermarket for hydrallic communicative steering so its not a lot of effort to use but it still gives confidence on where grip limit is, to allow minimizing braking and smooth steering for fuel effeincy and longevity of regenrative brake sys, brake pads, tires etc. it may cost less energy to run overall but i dont know if the that energy can be harnessed with aftermarket system because the electronics. itd at least be appealing when the warranty deal no longer applies. pedal mechanicla resistence maybe changed too, but i guess thats not worth changing. theres a lot that probably oculdve been better, this is a lazy done product they milking, not worth buying even in terms of emissions and all that beause it takes emission and stuff to make new cars.
@@kalmmonke5037 I really don't think that grip limit driving is a thing for the prius. But I also think that people are highly undercutting how much grip a good set of normal tires actually offer (assuming we are talking about people with the common sense to chose the right speed for a corner and not to go through mcdrive at 150kh).
I’ve shared this a dozen times and I’ve watched it probably more than that just for the intro. My wife works at Toyota and she shared it around. Absolutely hilarious and your best work yet.
The big thing for me is that this is no longer a bad car. This isn't a performance car either but at least the people buying them won't struggle up hills and accelerating on the highway, which means its a viable option for a daily and even a family.
They were never bad cars to begin with.
@@Mistadontplay89 Nah i'd say having a 10+ 0-60 time is a bad thing
It’s a hybrid what do you expect, they are built to be economical
@@macaron3141592653 lol no one cared about that
@@TheIvabiguneh people drive cars that slow everyday? most suvs on the market with like 150 hp and weigh as much as an elephant do just fine
Prius marketing team was too accurate lmao #hellofellowkids
Those details will be so cringe in a few years... Good skit, indeed :)
@@RawenWarCrow they're so cringe now haha
Karsten remained in character throughout the meeting too #FocusedMarketing
It's hilarious, 😂
Ya know... I really enjoy the car comparisons, the track comparisons, the in depth coverage of all things automobile by Throttle House... BUT the skits they perform and the comedy they provide are simply ICING ON THE CAKE FOR ME... IT'S PRICELESS!! THATS why I keep coming back for more. Merry Christmas Throttle House crew!
I love how excited everyone is, and then there's Karston. Still stoic. Even the fist bump he has his neutral expression.
They missed the #FOCUS
I love my 2007 Prius it was left behind by a family member who moved away and I promised to take care of it. I have to say that the Prius hate is real on the road it doesn't matter how fast i was going (usually 85 to 95 mph) people automatically try to pass me on the highway. But in the five years of driving the Prius it saved me a ton of money so much in fact I was able to get a 2022 Cayman GTS manual. The two are polar opposites and the driving experience is extreme on both ends. BTW that intro had me dying!
Prius hate is absurd and illogical. It could be the most influential/important/game changing car of the last 25 years and people (even journos) dump on it constantly.
@@ragweedmakesmesneeze Prius hate is actually real, needed, and downright warranted. The hate didn’t originate because of the car. It originated because of its general spec of drivers. Their self entitlement, their lack of courtesy, their oblivion mindset while driving, their pompous attitudes…this all has originated from the drivers themselves in general.
Not all Prius owners are like this, but the majority are. If you buy a Prius, you have to be prepared that those who bought Prius’s before you, have paved the way for you to be hated on the road. I drive for DoorDash, UberEats, Instacart, and Walmart Spark. I would say 1 out of 20 Prius drivers actually drive quickly, keep up with traffic, and are aware of their driving environment. The rest of the 19 out of 20 are completely opposite, and are causators of traffic. “Don’t plan on getting anywhere if you’re stuck behind a Prius.” “Better be fully aware of that Prius driver by you if you don’t want to get hit.” These are things that immediately go through my head when I see a Prius.
Like I said, it’s not about the car, because you are right, it’s probably the most important car that’s ever come out in the last 25 years. But it’s drivers have completely ruined it…
@@JacesOwnWorld have you personally met “most Prius drivers”? I swear people be making assumptions just to further the hate on a car. This car is one of the best purpose built vehicles ever made. You don’t have to like it but it definitely deserves respect for the impact it had on the car industry and hybrid technology in vehicles
You saved because the car was given to you. A similarly equipped competitor is thousands less. Purchasing a prius is basically paying more money to not buy gas. Brilliant 🙄
@@elliotserrano7333 lol exactly. OP take was 🤦♂️ didn’t get a cayman from saving on gas for two years sheesh
The 2013 Prius was, personally, my favourite car. I didn't mind the looks, and I saved so much money on petrol. This looks amazing!!
this might be the first Prius that Jeremy Clarkson doesn't hate with all his heart
No...just no
he doesn't like anything that doesn't have a v8/v6/sports car and cuz Jeremy is 260 years old he won't reconsider
Im sure he still does hate it, as do I.
@@ridgefrost he's not gonna like it, he just may not hate it as much as the previous ones
Jeremy Clarkson is an extremly rich and as it turned out also not very pleasant (that`s why he was kicked out of his own show) person, who can afford to hate simply every normal car an average person would buy. Thats why I never liked TopGear, bacause somehow the show`s massage was always that apart of some exeptions only sporty cars with 400+ hp can be good.
"I can't believe Prius actually means crown" is such a great callback to the Crown video, which was also excellent. Outstanding writing on this one boys.
I thought Prius meant “to go forward.”
@@qdllc "to go before" source wiki
Looks great! And other than the rear door handles, looks like a sensible car too, I like that it has buttons instead of those awful capacitive touch sensors
Throttle House does a spectacular Key & Peele intro.
Karston: "I will sit here, unemotional, and just FOCUS."
Lol
I do IT support for execs at my company. I follow them around the country to their week long events/meetings. That intro was shockingly accurate how they behave when working on ideas for marketing in their "war" rooms. Incredible.
I love my Gen 4. Out of every vehicle I’ve owned(SUVs, trucks, wagons, sedans), practically speaking, this is hands down the best car. Inexpensive oil changes, plenty of space, cool tech, easy to drive, comfortable, killer MPG and I can lift it for access to off-road terrain or lower it for a more sporty experience in the handling.
It’s not a BMW, nor a Porsche. But if you want to be wise and have 0 worries about transportation, get a Prius. You’re welcome Toyota, will you please pay off my Prius now 🤣
I have a gen 4 how can you lift it ??? maybe in US you have the 4 weel drive and you can but I don't think you can with other versions, it's a pain how low it is constantly hitting under the front plastics
Best intro to a car review ever.
You know that Toyota will look at the intro and basically reuse that for their marketing campaign
I had a Prius C, and it was a very reliable car. Yes, the inside was made cheap, but the gas prices were phenomenal. Now, I have a manual 2021 Corolla hatch, and that car is also great in its own way. Toyota hasn't failed me yet.
For a regular, non-exciting car, I never quite understand why anyone wouldn't buy a Toyota (or Lexus). Few things are more relaxing than knowing you're always going to get where you're going. People buy rivals because they're "more fun" but that's like having more interesting plain tofu or watching paint dry slightly more quickly 😄 There are few manufacturers that I don't regularly mock, but Toyota is one of them.
That must feel like a great upgrade. I had a Prius C as well and it saved me a ton of cash...but what a tin can on the highway.
@@ApothecaryTerry Why buy boring ass Toyota when Mazda makes even more reliable cars that are fun to drive and sexy to look at?
@@paulklp8262 Fun is a relative thing and not a priority for everyone anyway. Sure a Mazda 3 is more fun than most cars in its class, but we're still talking a "boring ass" class of cars- that's what I meant about the tofu and paint. Anyone whose main priority is fun, probably isn't buying a family hatchback unless it's a hot one. Many people will disagree, but no matter how many people tell me their diesel Golf is fun, it will never be any more true than me saying I'm the ruler of Zimbabwe.
95% of people also couldn't recognise good handling in a car anyway. That's the target market of most cars, hence everyone buying SUVs which are all about as fun as being stabbed. For those people, the Prius is fantastic, the fact a Mazda is more fun is totally irrelevant, like offering a fine wine to a chimp.
I have a 21 CHB 6mt as well. I absolutely love it
The rear end of this is so sick. This really seems like a great option for a daily, and especially. since the looks have changed so drastically. A huge Toyota W, being able to change the whole vibe of the outside without it losing itself.
TH has been, for a while now, the best channel in this genre on TH-cam (I know because I watch them ALL). But the crew hasn’t stopped improving the content with better writing and production- and this has really allowed Thomas and James to shine as presenters and entertainers. All the comparisons in the comments to the GOAT Top Gear are 100% justified. Outstanding work, guys, I’d subscribe twice if I could. Thank you!
This was on Key and Peele's level
Well said.
this design is really nice! also you guys have the best intros, they always make me 🤣
Make you what?
@@miguelalonsogarcia2475 laugh, there's an emoji brother
@@miguelalonsogarcia2475bust 😣
The 911 treatment, squash it down a bit, pull the front out, bam, instant style.
@@damienlee1165 definitely, I didn't really look at it that way... damn
My first vehicle was a 1996 Toyota Tacoma. It was a great truck. I have had Toyota rental cars on half a dozen work trips recently & every one of them feels like you're driving one of those red & yellow kid's toy cars down the road at 60 mph.
The details in your reviews are epic. When James says the interior lighting in other cars says "current funds moving". Oh I man I laughed so hard at that. Keep it up TH team, y'all are one channel that I watch religiously. The creativeness, attention to detail, and passion for cars makes this one of the best auto journalism channels ever.
One of the best TH-cam channels ever, like how is this FREE CONTENT??????
You guys deserve every ounce of success. Best show since OG top gear.
U must being referring to Rutledge Wood and the amazing Top Gear USA. Hahaha just kidding, they absolutely ruined that show!
Yes!
@Damar Fadlan There's always one....
Filmed in Littlerock, CA (very close to Palmdale, CA) on Cheseboro Rd. ;) Have been driven there many times! Hands down, good choice for filming location!!!
That’s one of the best intros yet 😂
I have a 2012 Pruis, it still rides like it's almost brand new. I still have the original auxiliary car battery up in the engine ( most last about 6-7 years before you have to replace them ), still rides well on its original suspension ( 141,000 miles on it ). Most people that I know who ask to drive it say it's quicker than they thought. The only thing I've had to replace was the windshield washer motor for the fluid sprayer( two years ago), the cost was about $140 for taking it out and putting in the new part, and I used the heck out of the factory CD player ( rarely used the radio). The CD player lasted 9 years and failed to eject or play CDs, it had several thousand hours of use. I put in an aftermarket Cd player. If you review high-end and $ 40,000-plus cars every week its never going to be your favorite car to drive. It is similar to a great friend it rarely if ever lets you down. I don't drive slow like most Prius drivers, I've had the car up to very high speeds as I was failing to keep up with a brand new 2015 Corvette Stingray. They say it's governed at 114 but I looked at the speedo while chasing the corvette and I was going well over that ( they probably forgot to put the governor on my car), without a lot of vibration and it still felt like it could go 10-15 mph faster. The corvette driver waved at me and couldn't believe the Pruis had those speeds in her. It climbs mountain passes here in Colorado very well. The car's light has good headroom, I'm 6'1".The way I drive, the car gets about 45 Mpg in the summer and 39 in the cold winter months. The first two years I drove it, I liked to see how
much gas I could save most of the time, at that time I would get 53 miles per gallon.
I had a beautiful 2001 Toyota Tacoma V6 SR5 Pearl Jade TRD truck ( loved that truck) and I still feel like the Prius is my favorite vehicle I have ever owned. When I want to have a faster car for a day or two I rent Audi, and if I want a more refined car I rent a Lexus or a sports car. Lastly, I have had my Pruis here in my home state of Colorado in some pretty bad snow storms and it climbed four passes in storm ( One day) and it was rare to have any wheel slip ( the tires were close to the end of their life too). I still have the car and don't plan on buying anything new any time soon ( saved thousands on gas). It has a lot of storage space, especially the hatchback that I have. Best day to everyone.
Very enjoyable story. And I’ve heard from a friend of the Prius doing mountain passes against trucks in Colorado and the Prius winning! I missed out on a deal in 2020 pre lockdown, for a 2012 fully loaded Prius 160k miles, with solar panel for $7k !! Someone got it just before me.
@@marciamarciamarcia777 Thank you for sharing. That sounds like a fair price if it was in good shape ( the 2012 you were looking at). My car looks almost brand new inside. If you ever get one Michelin all-weather tires are fantastic. The new Prii (plural for Prius) comes with all-wheel drive on some models.
This intro was one of the funniest intros to any video I’ve seen. This was my first video I saw of you guys and the reason I subscribed
This intro is the BEST intro in human history. Karston’s expression throughout going “just what the efff is going on” and his “i give up” high-five fist thing at the end just put me over the edge. 😂
THE most entertaining and hilarious intro Throttle House (or for that matter anyone else) has ever done. I was reluctant to watch your video review of the new Prius but that ‘marketing meeting’ of yours completely sold me! THANKS Thomas and James 👍👏😂
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I'm a huge car fanatic as I'm sure most of the people watching this channel are. These guys manage to bring a Top Gear kind of flare to their videos. Both informative and entertaining. What more could you ask for?
Throttle house is the best car show. The fact that you both love real “analog” cars and can appreciate efficient forms of transportation that mere mortals can afford is great.
The way they present everything even for a boring Prius is way more interesting than watching someone drive something like a Lucid Air or a Ferrari and scream and clap their hands. “It’s got carbon fiber headlights and alcantara laguna goretex seatbelts custom hand-made by a 90 year old man who used to work at IBM.” Okay, but I can’t afford it and therefore don’t care
Prius is a pioneer of hybrid drive, and already an automotive legend. When all parameters are taken into account (size, comfort, quality, price, maintenance, production...etc), perhaps the most efficient and greenest vehicle on the planet right now.
..... heartwarming and invigorating ......
I'm not sure I'd call it the most efficient but it's certainly up there, honestly looks like a really comfy commuter for point A-B driving like work or groceries
I have moved out of Canada but still watch your reviews because they are so fun. The intro, the hashtag jokes and the cinematics. Your best episodes should be compiled into a netflix series.
Honestly the Prius is a very capable car. I remember before I got into the world of cars I was gonna buy a Prius prime lol. But then I saw a TRD 86 on the showroom floor and it was over for me😂 pretty cool cars still tbh
They are decent car's, but they get a lot of hate though
cross shopping between a Prius and a 86 😂
Well I mean they do actually have a ton in common with each other:
1. Both Japanese cars
2. Both 4-cylinder shitboxes
3. Roughly the same anemic power band.
4. Even Toyota’s best trims are literally just one letter away from spelling TURD 💩
5. No matter what they’re both always somehow in a poverty spec. 🤷🏼♂️ ALWAYS! 🤣
😈 One day if the Devil gives me a choice in hell between those two cars I’d definitely choose the Prius because at least then everyone will know that I’ve got a nasty little mangina. Whereas with 86 “owners” it’s assumed that they hide their manginas under a big ol’ dankass Bubblegum-flavored vape cloud. 💨 🤘🏻 🇯🇵
I too was moved by a Prius until I saw a mint condition used Acura TL 2004 6 speed manual 3.2L V6 for 1/4 the price. Naturally, it was over for me too.
Why did you write honestly first? Were you originally going to lie and then decided not to? The Prius is somewhat capable, but it's not capable the way a minivan is, for example. Maybe you meant it's capable at being efficient, which it is.
Another freakin’ hilarious review. You guys rock. Great review. Can’t believe you guys are upping your game. Thought you were already the best out there
Owner of a 2023 Prius here. I freaking love the intro. My new favorite from you guys. Absolutely cracked me up. My fifth time watching it.
Great review. Thanks. It will be interesting to see what real-world mileage is like. As a transportation product, this Prius is a near-center-target hit! I've driven many of these over the years and the best thing about them (besides legendary reliability and v. low running costs) is they basically disappear - and that's NOT damning with feint praise. Great everyday, device, and love the fact they put so much effort into the design. Seeing it everyday will at least provide some level of emotional joy :).
Finally, Thomas realizes that James really looks forward to the color segment.
Nice, I really like that it’s simple to use and not gimmicky. It’s just a damn good hybrid. Reminds me of commercial vehicles,nothing is hard to use , steering is predictable “numb”, ergonomic. Me gusta .
This had to be the best intro to any review ever. You guys are killing as always.
this plus todays Hoovie's Garage doing The Price is Right? Best day 4 TH-cam car shows ever? Quite possible
that intro was incredible
You guys are seriously amazing !!! Best intro ever!!! Your reviews are so well done. Thank you for such brilliant work!
Love this intro. It reminds me of the "Gremlins 2 pitch" sketch from Key & Peele where they recap the crazy things they actually put in the movie. Plus, the matching polos is chef's kiss.
The Other Guys reference was BEAUTIFUL. Excellent video lads
@2:32 thank you for shaking Carsten to ensure he was alive. The enthusiasm is real!
A Prius with SF90 headlights but my God does it look good! Can't wait to review one here in Puerto Rico..!
And a Lambo rear lateral
The rear door handles gives me CH-R vibes but with actual full-sized rear windows. Overall, its a much nicer prius!! If I wanted a Prius before, I DEFINITELY want one now. Awesome video guys!
We have two older ones. The gas mileage is amazing! The high prices we had earlier didn’t phaze us at all. They are gasoline sippers!
Thank you for bringing your own flavor of Top Gear quality chemistry to car reviews! This space would have been so sad without it!
One of my favorite TH-cam channels. Love waking up to a Throttle House episode and the intro has me DEAD 💀 on this one
this plus todays Hoovie's Garage doing The Price is Right? Best day 4 TH-cam car shows ever? Quite possible
I'm averaging 59-63 mpg in my Corolla hybrid (56mpg with more aggressive or longer highway driving) so I don't see a compelling reason to switch back to the Prius unless I were to the Prime. I would love the AWD option though, specially if I were in a more snowy climate.
You made a good choice with the Corolla hybrid.
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Хоть "обвешайся no war", если в этом мире не у всех одинаковая "прошивка" и сильно разная степень разумности, то... Но какой именно "war"?! Этот паблик уже "объявил войну"!
What’s the horsepower on your Corolla hybrid
@@rsupremexx3971 7 volts probably
Love the creativity and humour in this video and the others helping out with the skit, always a pleasure to watch you guys drive cars that will probably never drive lol
Outstanding cinematography! I love the shots where you maintained focus on near objects and distant landscapes. Brilliant work, guys!
The intros gets me everytime
Around the 9:00 mark.
Small tank? 51 mpg translate to 21.7 km/liter. And with a 40 liter tank you can run it for 870km around 540miles.
That is not bad.
I appreciate Toyota's effort to rethink and redesign the Prius. It is a solid nameplate but with a reputation where any revamp can only have a positive effect :D
13:50 I think the door is great for a drunk person. It kept him occupied long enough to Puke outside .
I never thought that I would ever enjoy watching a Prius review video.
I drive a 2011 Toyota Prius for Uber eats work only but having a lot of seat time I really know the car it's slow yes but if you're a good driver and have some decent tires you can really drive it. This new one is an improvement by leaps and bounds and is as fast as my daily driver Honda Accord almost . Im seriously considering getting one in the future and trading my old one in.
The dedication to character Carston had through that opening. The man nearly didn’t move
1) Toyota put some hashtags on a car, people lose their minds.
2) I dont think anyone even mentioned the easter eggs on the GT86 back in the day.
The intro felt like a Key and Peele sketch, just incredible chemistry. You guys are the best
Edit: specifically, the Gremlins 2 sketch
Except funny 👈
I laughed so much during the intro. You guys are the best youtube car reviewers. Hands down.
Having previously uber'd a few years back with a Juke NISMO, I can't tell you the number of times drunk college kids (and others to be fair) couldn't find how to open the rear door due to the similar design as the Prius. Some even tried to get in the passenger side by opening the front door and trying to tilt the seat lol.
The intro is on another level altogether. I haven't even started the main video, but I already hit the like and started commenting. You guys are awesome!
Killer intro, biggest shock is only 3300 lbs with awd and full hybrid system. Good stuff!
It’s a big step forward, but compromised by the lack of space in the rear seats (due to the sloping roofline) and the odd steering/instrumentation setup, which I think would be a deal breaker for me.
Easily one of the best things I've seen a car channel do, ever. Nice one boys!
Never did I think I’d want to watch a Prius review. But not only did I want to watch this one I was not disappointed in any way. Great work as always gents!
If that price holds, this is a great deal.
The 2023 Civic hatch MSRP is about the same, but this has AWD, more hp, better options, and the fuel savings of a hybrid.
The intro 😭😭....y'all just get better every video 🤣
I watch every single video you guys put out. even cars i dont even care for like the prius. Ive enjoyed it all. Thank you!
That is the single greatest intro in the history of car review intros ever. #singlegreatestintroever
I've worked in advertising for close to 2 decades now, the entry skid was way too real.
The Key and Peele valet energy for the intro is amazing
The amount of fun you guys had with this one is obvious. Thanks for getting The Other Guys reference in! #class
I'm surprised that no one has mentioned the resemblance of the headlights to that of a Ferrari SF90. If I were ever to own one that would be my license plate :')
I have my own IRL name so I can find my damn car in the parking lot 😂 (plate is ofc transferable to a new car)
Their “dirty Mike and the boy’s”reference was perfection! I guess I’m not the only one who loves the movie “The Other Guys”
Enchanting review as always. As I eek towards the twilight of my life things like the Prius become more appealing. I'm still at a loss as to why car audio systems sound like crap. The cheap Hi-Fi market has exploded over the last 10 years but affordable cars are 20yrs behind.
My intuition on that is that these companies have upmarket products they don’t want to cannibalize. If you want a truly great factory sound system from Toyota, you need to pony up for a Lexus with some Mark Levinson.
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Probably best getting base sound system and upgrading aftermarket. Worth the investment for an avid listener
@@ConnorHammond I put $50 speakers in my Fiesta and it made a huge difference; probably worth doing the same with this.
Serious props for quoting Dirty Mike and the boys. So proud of you for this.
Me on previous TH video: OMG! This intro tops it all! I don't know how you guys do it but this one will be hard to beat!
TH: Challenge Accepted!
#nailedit
I just want to point out that I never in a million years desire to watch a prius review, you guys make good content and that's enough for me to watch. A prius to me is just a hashtag obstacle in the road for me to pass :) good job.
These skits before the review are so good, I prefer your videos over others please keep them going!
6:37 hilarious intro! I also like this criticism of the engine that is missing in other reviews! As I've been saying, Toyota should focused on PHEV with engine as a range extender, thus minimizing the need for high revving engine.
I'll let car guys in on a secret: They've always been good, well-packaged, mega-efficient, easy to use and ultra-reliable cars going all the way back to the first gen in the 90s. While they never deserved the love of enthusiasts, I'm not sure they ever really deserved the hate either. They're a much smarter, lighter option for most regular drivers than crossovers we all are tired of. Starting with the Prime several years ago, and now with this model, they look properly good. And it's no longer cool to be proud of your gas guzzler so may as well sip fuel along the way.
Priuses have received hate because a lot of guys think their car is a statement of their own strength and power. The fact that the mere option of a Prius exists just angers them. Just classic insecurity.
@@victreebel170 just about sums it up. The Prius is the 'brain' option instead of the 'brawn' option. Doing smart things is never considered 'cool' for some reason. Glad it is changing.
They've always been good, but they've also been either hella bland-looking, or just really ugly, up until now! Finally a good looking Prius!
They looked ugly af though. So ugly that the benefits of a hybrid were overlooked
SIMPLE: THEY WERE UGLY
WE NEED TO SEE THE BLOOPERS FOR THIS INTRO. Hands down the best intro TH has done to date.
I would pick these rather another EV to be honest it really looks great 👍🔥
Hopefully the Prius Prime review will come soon!! Can’t wait to get this or the fully electric SUV from Toyota. Hopefully the Toyota reliability stays the same with all these upgrades!
I will never stop watching this channel 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I have a feeling this will be a top seller!
Love you guys channel, y'all are a big reason I started my own channel, making even a Prius video entertaining lol. Keep it up!
For the firstime the Prius actaully look nice!
P.S.I lmao in first few minutes , This is some top quality TV there Keep it up!
Does anyone else see Ferrari SF90 in the headlight design and it’s actually looks ok but that intro absolutely class and the cut aways Seth Mc Farlane would be proud of nice work guys ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I'm not in the market for one of these but I like how it looks. I can only imagine how sleek it'll look when lowered a bit and with aftermarket wheels.
riced out
@@CosmosCMx no
@@CosmosCMx especially with a giant rear wing and front scoop for no reason
@@giornoisclutchking5632 you automatically jumped into rice. Modifications can be done tastefully.
Drop it 2 i ches and put some camber on the wheels.. #sick
Not quite sure why #TheAlgorithm offered this to me, but I enjoyed it! The intro was brilliant and the running gag of using #HashtagDrops throughout the review afterward was hilarious. As someone who daily drives Priuses the 2023 model looks awesome, but I'm glad you showed #PainPoints for big and tall people too.
Looking forward to seeing more from you guys!