NEW Toyota Prius (223 hp) | POV drive and walkaround
2024 Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid: ugly...NO MORE! Get ready to be amazed by the car that's been setting new standards in hybrid technology for over 20 years. Buckle up and enjoy a new Johnny POV ride! 🚗💨
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In this new POV review, we were very pleasantly surprised by the NEW Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid. For the first time in 5 generations, the Prius actually is a beautiful car, even sporty looking. And what's more, it's the fastest Prius ever, yet still very eco-friendly. Is this still the best plug-in hybrid you can buy?
So join me for a walkaround, drive and interior tour of the new Toyota Prius!
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SPECS & PRICING
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- color: Mustard
- wheels: 19" machined black alloy (10-spoke)
- 2.0L PHEV engine
- Front-wheel drive
- CVT Transmission
- Power: 223 hp
- 0 to 100 km/h: 6.8 sec
- Smart Entry & Start System
- Rear View Camera
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated front seats
- 12.3" multimedia display
- Black fabric upholstery
2024 Prius Plug-in PRICE:
- Europe: from € 48.020 incl. VAT (Premium Plus)
- US $ 32,675 MSRP (Prime SE)
What's inside:
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0:00 Introduction
00:25 Prius walkaround
01:10 2024 Prius under the hood
01:33 Toyota Prius startup
02:02 driving
02:23 Toyota Prius 0 to 100
02:50 highway driving
03:31 Toyota Prius acceleration
04:00 Prius plug-in hybrid range & consumption
04:21 2024 Prius interior tour
05:33 Prius rear seats
06:23 2024 Toyota Prius trunk
The new Toyota Prius, finally a good looking car? Let me know in the comments if you'd buy one!
This car have a nice lock and unlock sound
No I still find it just as bland
Yeees
We want to buy a saw, but many of us don't have enough money
The yellow colour looks better in pictures and on video than IRL I'm afraid. It looks OK now. Actually better than many cars nowadays. Pricing in Belgium is downright ridiculous. Every colour is an option, and the 19" wheels are a forced option - all in all 4000€ in addition to a 48000€ starting price
It’s almost as if somebody told the Toyota designers “you know, it doesn’t HAVE to be ugly” and they all replied “oh, we didn’t know that”
That literally happened. The CEO publically told Toyota "no more boring cars" lol
This is just as ugly, if not more so. Along with the Tacomas & 4Runners.
@@ChancellorM1YT show me a few cars that costs that much and looks better. Even most cars that cost 3x as much look trash in comparison.
@@ChancellorM1YT You’d be the only person to think that.
You know I actually appreciate this style of video, just straight to the point, calm, No BS filler.
thanks! ✨🙏✨
Yep 👍 it’s refreshing not yak yak constant talking but we see it and get a good 👍 dea
I’ve owned my share of sports cars. BMWs, mustang, Camaro, Miata, 370z, and many sport bikes. I also owned a 2011 Prius. That car is still one of my favorites. Actually fun to drive, great handling, peppy, comfortable, economical, and stupid reliable. People don’t give this car enough credit. At this point in life, I’m totally okay having a usably fun comfortable car and saving the hooligan stuff for when I’m on my Aprilia.
I drove it a few days ago and was very surprised how good this car is! It's by no means fast, but it has plenty of power for everyday traffic.
nawh fk that speed... i'm tryna save gas.
I cant believe i just called a prius gorgeous!
Hahaha, I had the same reaction... is THAT the new Prius!? Thanks for watching!
I agree 👍
It definitely is!
But it’s already obsolete! Hybrids only exist because dealerships insisted… have fun paying for oil & filter changes, antifreeze flushes, new mufflers, etc… what a scam!
you should see the zephyr body kit for the prius!!🤩🤩🤩
the new prius is such a good looking car ! they did an incredible job
Finally, it sure took em a lot of time to get to this point! 😄
@@johnnypovdrives indeed !
except that out of reach volume knob
Hideous looking headlights and you think that looks nice
@@Sparkle_2002 ✌😄
You have to love this type of review. No boring descriptions of what we are looking at. Simple and effective. I would only take a bit longer, so that we can see all the details without having to pause the movie. Other then that, is 5 stars! Thanks!
I had a 2010 Prius for 8 years and 245,000 km. I never really liked the way it looked or drove, but it was extremely reliable and well made and cheap to run. This Prius is beautiful and I’m sure drives much better, while hopefully remaining durable and reliable.
can't go wrong with a 2.0 hybrid
how was the battery on the 8th year compared to the 1st
@@hallmonitor98 exactly the same
so a used 2010 would be a good buy?@@WalksOfWonder-BC
Johnny, i absolutely LOVE your videos and the style of it. No talking and bullsh*tting, just getting right to the point. Even with humor. Its much more fun than sering someone standing and talking. Its like checking out new (and sometimes ridiculous) cars with your best pal having a blast 🎉
Thank you so much, that's one of the best compliments I've had. What you describe is exactly what I was hoping to achieve with this method of presentation. 🥰
@@johnnypovdrives Hello, how much does a Prius with all-wheel drive cost for this model, also do a review...
@@stones4879 thanks! 🙏🙏
i love that sleek line of ambient lighting, it gives a subtle but beautiful touch to the interior
The Dutch efficiency at its finest. Straight to the subject videos. No time wasting! Great Job!
Your videos are honestly amazing man! And compared to other car reviewers who take 20-30 minutes just to talk about random stuff, you make them really simple and don’t waste any time at all getting straight to the point. I also am just asking if you could potentially review a Chevy suburban? You can wait until the 2025 version comes out, or just do the 2023 version. But anyways, you’re probably one of my favorite car reviewers tbh!
Thanks so much! Exactly why I started this KZhead channel, no time to listen to all the gibberish yet want to know everything about cars. I'd love to review the Suburban, but it's not easy to get one here in Europe, especially if you want an American spec. Maybe I should start working on my US network and come over to do some car reviews over there. It's going on my to do list! ✌️😄
This video is INSANE. Super chill, concise and fun. Keep them coming
thanks! Glad you liked it! 🙏
I love this kind of review now, so simple and calm with enough information to get a quick rundown on what the vehicle offer
My man taught us everything there is about this car without having to utter a single word! Bravo sir this is genius.
Thanks a lot, glad you liked it! 🙏
Excellent format. No talking. Pure facts. Great work. Keep developing your YT channel.
agree...no music either
@@futo For us the car ambient is the best music
This is my first video watch of a video on this channel. Love your style of review.
Prius nowadays looks way better than modern BMWs 😭
What is wrong with this world!
Always that one 🤡 that has to say something bad about bmw lmao. Mad you can’t afford one of the new ones huh 😭😭
even toyota and hyundai rivals bmw and mercs in terms of stylish looks...its crazy.
@@XxWe8Drum8HarderxX i can't afford a Bentley either. And somehow Bentley doesn't have to look like shit. lil BMW fanboy thought he did something 💀
@@XxWe8Drum8HarderxX Or just that it ACTUALLY DOES LOOK BETTER THAN BMWs.
Wow that Prius looks amazing!! So much better than before
Love this style of review. No nonsense (No talking!) , with a sprinkle of humour, and to the point. Subscribed!
Thanks a lot! ✨🙏✨
Unbelievable how good this car has gotten. With the way my 540d xDrive chugs Diesel, I'm seriously considering getting a Prius. Had never thought I'd say that, but damn, this car is sexy af.
I know the feeling, I never expected to seriously consider a Prius as a daily drive 😅
It's not really that beautiful. Frankly it's just modern. All cars will be this modern standard. Such as LED bar in the center taillights
@@whatitisnt. for the prius that’s good. considering how it’s never been able to capture a modern style
@@minebros190honestly it’s not just good “for a Prius” it’s one of the best looking cars around it’s range, even better looking than more expensive cars!
@@whatitisnt. You say all cars will be this modern standard and all I am seeing is way too many “modern” cars with mismatched/misplaced looking designs that are just way off looking. So I am assuming basically you are saying they are setting the benchmark, correct?
As a former Prius owner, I would def buy one again. Loved my Prius. Too bad it got totaled last year lol.
I'd buy one when I grow up in the future! this new Prius is wonderful!
Best looking Prius ever! ✨
i really love these quiet reviews. very calming. continue
Looking so good and futuristic ❤
love the silent review, thanks for the content
Big ups for the Devin the Dude playing on the radio. Been considering a new prius because it looks like they finally got it right.
Love your straightforward, to the point review!! Great looking car!!👍🙂
Thank you, glad you like the no talking POV style! 🙏
Wow... LOVE the quiet presentation. Good job introducing us all to this cool car. Thanks! YES I'd buy one.
Thanks for watching, glad you like my video style!
Those the best most comprehensive review I have ever seen subscribing now
I really like your silent style of video by the way, keep doing what you're doing and stay strong.
God damn, the sound that it makes when closing the trunk 😮 autobots would be proud
Optimus calling them to reunite :D
👌😂
It's cool
@@Hanguanjun68 🙏🙏🙏
it looks nice ! I hate the old version but the new one is very beautiful !
Had a 2008 Prius, THIS NEW PRIUS IS SICK!!!
broo .. u are doing perfect reviews .. this is all i need to know :)
This is absolutely fantastic review! Thank you for that! On the other hand, the build quality of Prius seems like it doesn’t justify its price.
that was a great review many thanks
Thank you for Amazing details🔥💯
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
Johnny, what a quick and efficient review. No BS. I believe the rear center white taillight is a fog light actually and glows sharp red when turned on. Btw I noticed a little bit of dirt on the top of the engine - an animal visitor most likely. They like to get warm and cozy between the engine cover and the bonnet insulation.
thanks, you sure pay a lot of attention while watching, love that! There's a lot of stone martens here, so probably one of those!
Wow, so many questions answered without a word. What a great review! I got the best feel for this car of any other review. One thing I've never understood though are all the remarks people make that test drive Toyota hybrids is how they are "not a fan" of the hybrid CVT sound. I mean, the CVT itself is silent. It's just the engine sound being throaty and building in voracity as the speed increases. Many describe this as "droning." I don't get it. I own a Gen 8 Camry hybrid that sounds and performs much like this Prius. Maybe not "quite" as fast as your Prime there, but just as fast as the standard 23 Prius. I think it sounds awesome when I get on it. Nobody seems to complain about the sound of an airplane, or a boat, or snowmobile or jet ski when they take off. No gears are required on them just as no gears are required on a hybrid. Imagine being on an airliner and as it takes off pinning you in your seat wishing you could hear it "rowing" through the gears. Not likely. You just enjoy it for what it is and are wowed by it. People need to wrap their head around new technology and appreciate and enjoy it for what it is. Change is good sometimes. But thank you for a GREAT review. 😊
Thank you for the kind words! Nice way of putting it, you make me appreciate the CVT concept a bit more, I compare it to a classic gear box and that might not be the best way. Guess we just tend to like most what we're used to. Love this comment, thanks!
I have to comment on this as well. I am a toyota hybrid owner and I think they should have worked harder to make the engine less noisy. It IS annoying sometimes. However, that is not the fault of the "CVT". (e-CVT is actually only a virtual CVT and is mechanically absolutely different). There are engineering reasons behind this. And a fair bit of psychology as well actually. People (not only laymen, car folks as well) look at the concept of a gearbox from a completely wrong angle. Internal combustion piston engines are inherently limited in their operation. They cannot go from zero to (say) 30 000 rpm. This is the only reason clutches and multiple-ratio gearboxes had to be invented - to compensate for the ICE deficiencies. Fun sidenote - watch how steam locomotives accelerate from standstill. The steam piston engine CAN start from zero revs, but it is pretty harsh. Once it is moving, it only has one available gearing ratio, since the axle is the crankshaft basically (and the gear ratio is given by the wheel diameter). You can emulate this in an older MT car - just put the first gear in with the engine off and THEN start to crank it. It will start moving by using the starter motor and once it fires up, you go. Hardcore offroaders actually do this on purpose in extremely specific situations. I am simplifying here, but the way toyota devised their hybrid system allows the ICE to be sort of disconnected from the driven wheels. The ratio is not fixed. The engine is noisy because it is naturally aspirated and has to spin quickly. NA angine is torque-limited and the only way to achieve higher power (for given displacement) is to increase revs. (this is something a turbocharged engine can overcome, as it can increase torque by adding boost so it does not need higher revs to achieve higher power. Also a turbo serves as a sound muffler by itself, which helps). In my older Honda or BMW, when I needed to overtake, I would go from fifth to third and pedal to the metal. Was it noisy? It was. Admittedly, it was a much nicer sound then a toyota hybrid produces under full or moderate power. But the principle applies the same. So yes, toyota hybrids are sort of noisy. Is it because of the CVT? No not really. Toyota hybrids are noisy because toyota developers know that most of their customers can tolerate it and some maybe do not care. They probably even calculated that making the engine quieter would be too expensive and there would not be enough new customers to compensate for the costs. It's just that our cars have been doing the 1-2-3-4-5 since always and people got absolutelly used to it, attached even. Maybe we like it the same way we like music, I suppose. As EVs demonstrate, the art of shifting gears will soon be made obsolete. (Oh by the way, even EVs DO NEED multiple-ratio gearboxes to broaden their capabilities - just look at Porsche Taycan and Mercedes AMG - they use 2-speed transmissions for their e-motors).
@@otomoravec1732 thanks for your contribution, loved it! And I agree, I am attached to the gearing sounds, learned to like it I guess. 😅
your video, video any sort of vocal commentary, hits a clear home run. Well done!
wow it's really fast and fun video for introducing Prius!, Thank you!
I'm really considering this as my next car in the future. I currently have a 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Limited Hybrid and it was one of the better looking hybrids during that time with a more normal dash layout and on the higher end on MPG. No issues so far and plan to keep for a good while until it's the right time to trade up. Toyota really has done a great job on the Prius design wise and performance. I'm quite impressed.
I wish it looks like this 20 years ago..
That would be something! 🛸
whoa i just saw this channel man keep up this content is awesome 😍
I have a 2008 Prius and I absolutely love how it drives and how cheap it is. The look is not that bad either. And seeing this new one with the beautiful design makes me get the Prius again.
In some weird way it actually looks like a Lamborghini of some kind, ofcourse it isn't and if you look longer then 1 second you see it, but I like it so much!
It does. I even looked it up. Check the front of the Lamborghini Lanzador!
3.2l/100km?!? And it looks THIS good?!? Sign me up
Crazy right 😄
Brh the yellow one is gorgeous daaaaaaaamn❤️❤️❤️ yellow looks sooo cool on the new prius❤️ driving the new prius must be so satisfying 🥺🥺
It was, glad you like this color! 🙏🙏
Outstanding video quality!
What a dope color. Looks better than most sports car!
What colour is that?😮
Um, the word "dope" went out in the 90's. You might want to get with the program.
@@bigmacdaddy1234 what colour is it ?
@@momoftm2116 0:28
dope will always work. you might want to understand that@@bigmacdaddy1234
É lindo isso é inegável!!!!😍
✌😄 Adoro!
Good video! I am not a Prius fan, but I'd actually consider one of these.
I recently sibscribed.i love how entertaining you made all your video review.not irritating like other car reviewers. To bad toyota prius are not distributed in my country. I would definitely buy this prius .
I love Prius! When I was in High School back in 2012 the "uber" around our island are mostly this model! I love the 2012 Prius especially the light blue color. I've always dreamed to have 1 because it has a really nice interior, and it just looks sleek to me hahaha
I find this yellow color pretty amazing
It really is! 🫶
Hi! Great video of cool car. I think those "pink lights" are infrared diodes of proximity sensor which detects drivers position and prevent accident if driver fall asleep or tired
Such an Improvement in the design well done Toyota ❤
Brilliant
Thanks! 🤓
The volume control would be in a good position for a passenger to touch.
Ah yes, maybe that’s why they put it there. And the driver is supposed to use the steering wheel controls. Good insights! 👌😄
yeah. That's the weirdest thing I've ever seen on the "entertainment screen". I wouldn't buy a Prius based off that aspect alone
@@klynch572 somebody is getting fired over that volume button, I can feel it! ✌😄
Honestly when I first saw it live, i thought it was some exotic Toyota model; and after i saw that it was a Prius, I was very impressed.
They should've considered a rebrand. I guess the bad image isn't universal
I've seen these on slightly lowered suspension and wheels and they look SICK. Toyota killed it with this one.
That is one nice looking Toyota. I really like the clean dashboard. It's a shame that it is too small for our family. I had a Prius Plus, but I just switched it to a bigger Volvo last summer.
Who broke prius's heart?
The Toyota Prius is a popular hybrid car known for its fuel efficiency and eco-friendliness. The car has been around since the late 1990s and has gone through several redesigns and updates since then. The Prius is a great choice for those who want to save money on gas and reduce their carbon footprint. Its sleek design and advanced technology make it a top pick for environmentally conscious drivers. The Prius also has a reputation for being reliable and low-maintenance, making it a practical choice for everyday use.
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@@johnnypovdrives😂
It also helps us a lot if we know how to use it in the right place, right?@@johnnypovdrives
nice video I like this super calm and informative video great job
Thank you, I appreciate you like the style of these POV drives. ✨🙏✨
Considerting a base Porsche Macan does 0-60 in 6.5 seconds, this Prius is good
Absolutely! 👌😄
RAV4 Prime does it in 5.6s... what a crazy world we live in.
@@drill_fiend1097 it does? that actually is genuinely fast, it's a RAV4 ffs 😅
its eCVT, quite differet technology, only named like that to be more familiar
I don’t really know. But it still is a variable transmission, right? Rpm going up to a certain point and then the variable size wheels & belt take care of the acceleration, causing the whining noise? Or what is the sound we’re hearing when accelerating?
No belts or hydraulic pumps in this one, it uses planetary gears. Here's a very thorough explanation of e-CVT: kzhead.info/sun/gppqh82ghISanYU/bejne.htmlm
It's a planetary gear set, paired with 2 electric motors and another gear that connects them to the ICE and wheels, it's like a differential. The most reliable transmission design you can get is that one. @@johnnypovdrives
@@johnnypovdrives In a Serial Hybrid there's no mechanical connection between the ICE and the wheels, there's a Motor/Generator conected to the Crank Shaft (MG1) and a Motor/Generator connected to the Wheels (MG2), so the ICE generate Ellectricity through MG1 then throuh Wires and Power Controll it's sent to MG2. That why when you step on the pedal, ICE wil Rev up, depending on how much you step on it, and maintain RPM untill you release the throttle. Now the HSD (Hybrid Synergi Drive) is a Serial/Parallel Hybrid, so it got a Planetary Gearset called the Power Split Device, so it can run in serial or parallel mode. And B-Mode is to engage Engine breaking, for steep decends, it will use the drag in the ICE to help breaking, it does not increase Regerative Breaking. There's some good videos on these topics. Having said that, good video. With another Powetrain this awsome Car could have been a hot Celica.
@@auser6426 mind. blown. Thanks so much for your comment, so happy to have this YT community (although I get buried in comments and only now discover yours). So I've learned a new thing today, starting to like the Prius even more. Thanks again for watching & commenting! ✨🙏✨
Great video enjoyed every second !
Wow awesome pov drive 😊
Toyota truly is the Pioneer in hybrid technology, because they did the homework right
They were so far ahead of the competition 👌
1500 patents for EV…. They will dominate sales once again
Not only that, Prius is always,from the first gen, the most reliable hybrid! Period.
@@christopherconcept926 time will tell! 🤞
@@johnnypovdrives do you recommend going for an older gen like 4th gen
Hey... for some reason they forgot to make it ugly.
Wow such a quality video and a great review without even talking...
Thank you so much, glad you liked it!
Holy crap. Priuses again looking 20 years ahead.
Their best one yet 👌
Бојата на новата Тојота Приус е навистина совршена. Седиштата изгледаат многу удобно, би било сон да се има. Да бидам искрен, вие сте еден од моите омилени рецензенти на автомобили на Јутјуб! Но кога ќе има македонски титлови? Ви благодарам.
Владивостоке много прав руля много но такой не завозили у нас много краун сиента вокси ноах итд минивенов, кто был тот знает на чём Владивосток Хабаровск,передвигаются, на авто 98 процентов прав руль 5 процентов лев руль
@@user-mm1ok8gi6y к чему этот коммент?
Нужен перевод с русского(?) на русский@@user-mm1ok8gi6y
It's a shame I can't get this in Spain I'd definietly consider it as my next car
Not the plug-in hybrid version or no Prius at all?
@@johnnypovdrivesnot sure about Spain, but Italy only gets the PHEV version, which ends up costing like a Tesla Model 3 RWD…
@@superleggenda I think we can only get this PHEV version too (in Belgium). Exactly, at this price point it won't be easy to sell
@@johnnypovdrives Sadly, no Prius at all :(
@@raptorne1 ah, didn't know that, that's sad (and strange, the European press drive of the previous model was in Spain). Thanks for letting me know!
It's a beautiful car. Thanks for sharing!
Happy to see they moved the dashboard from middle to front.
It's crazy to think that a Prius is now even faster than a GR86 and BRZ
I think a GR86 is 6.1 seconds to 100 km/h? But they're getting close!
Ok, that chuckle after the camera cleaning got me! 😆 That light in the back is the one for reverse driving btw. 😉
Nice video performance. No blabla...very straight! I like that. Good job😀.
Love the yellow and black combo here. This is my kind of supercar lol
Nice vídeo bro, and it reached Brazil!
Thanks mate car look awesome
What did you film the in-car POV with?! Amazing work.
Absolutely stunning
Damn... Its 90% there!❤❤
Thx for Devin the Dude😊
can it self-charge the battery or we have to plug it to a charger? thanks for great video
I appreciated this no-nonsense format, excellent editing skills and, in passing, perfect written English (for someone I'm guessing might be Belgian). Nice house and neighborhood too. 😉 Thanks.
i'm pretty sure the volume knob is for the passenger. i have a 2019 kia ceed and the volume knob is also on the far side - but it also has a knob close to the driver on the other side of the screen, and in a recent software update you can set which side you want the volume/on off functionality to be. i am very impressed by 6 (!!!) usb-c ports
I’ve had so much fun watching your video.
Thanks for the video :)
its like ASMR. very nice rewiev. thanks
I think I am gonna get one. Really cool daily ride.
No other car manufacturer make cars like this chapeau
one of the underrated car POV channel on KZhead
Finally! A complete car review without any annoying voice...👍
Great song - What a job & what a car! About time the Prius got some love!