Buying a Yaris is more economical in long run vs.Prius/Insight

[DevilGirl]

Originally Posted by Kal-El

There's no comparison between a Yaris and Prius in terms of class. The Prius is a much more refined car. Have you seen the Prius' interior? It's not far off from a Lexus. The Yaris on the other hand is infamous for it's cheap interior although I think it's a very good interior for what it is. Also, the Prius is classified as a mid-sized car even though it is fairly compact on the outside. That's two sizes up from a Yaris. Driving refinement reveals a big difference too. The Prius is one of the smoothest cars out there and even though it's no sports car, it handles better too. Bottom line is that a Yaris is an economy car. The Prius isn't (even though it's built to be economical on gas).

There's really no reason that one would cross shop the two but I'm sure there's a few people who have. The Prius isn't intended to be the cheapest to own, the Yaris is.

Unfortunately I have seen the interior of the Prius.

[Kal-El]

Originally Posted by DevilGirl

Unfortunately I have seen the interior of the Prius.

What don't you like about it? I personally love it (3rd generation that I pictured).

[DevilGirl]

Originally Posted by Kal-El

What don't you like about it? I personally love it (3rd generation that I pictured).

1. the price for what you get
2. the shifter and it's funky placement
3. the shifter and it's funky selection
4. the push button park
5. the way the dash comes down to meet the center consol. doesn't allow for much hand holding or thigh rubbing.
6. push button start (I like the feel of a key in my hand)
7. lack of a decent trunk (gotta stick those batteries somewhere, and if I'm gonna go back to a sedan, it damn well better have a usable trunk!!)
8. lack of a glovebox above the steering wheel (very handy)
9. where are the cup holders?

[MadMax]

Originally Posted by DevilGirl

Unfortunately I have seen the interior of the Prius.

Agreed, I don't want to drive the Battlestar Galactica!

Plus, there is the definite "smug factor" in driving the Prius...



Makes me want to drive over them with my Jeep!

And there is no way a Prius comes anywhere close to the Yaris in terms of coolness!

[DevilGirl]

Originally Posted by MadMax

Agreed, I don't want to drive the Battlestar Galactica!

Plus, there is the definite "smug factor" in driving the Prius...



Makes me want to drive over them with my Jeep!

And there is no way a Prius comes anywhere close to the Yaris in terms of coolness!

Me too!!! On both accounts!