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Oh dear, I seem to have started summat here, what with roof boxes and consumption! 😉 All useful information - I know what I'm looking for and do the research but you can't beat first hand testimony from real world owners. Regardless of whether it's low or high those consumption figures sound good, although I doubt I'll match them, I'm too heavy footed! But heavy footed or not it's going to be loads better than the Auris. And it's not just about consumption - I love the way Toyota HSD drives, and I love that both my cars have been completely trouble free. To update you all, I've had a call from the dealer and told him the plug in isn't right for me because of the boot. He offered me a decent deal on a 16 reg Business Edition Plus, 11000 miles. Looks nice on the dealer website (it's a red one) - more practical for me and it's also a healthy chunk cheaper which is better for my budget. I've consulted with SWMBO and I'm calling him tomorrow with a view to making an appointment to go and see it. I was very happy with my gen 3 Prius, I'm happy with my Auris, but if i have an issue it's that the Auris is a bit small and a bit short on storage, so I reckon I'll be more than happy with a gen 4. Will keep you all posted...

I have also had a few hybrids, 2 Prius, one Yaris and a Lexus CT200. They have all been left for 60 odd days, however, always pulled the fuse that runs the equipment that is live with the ignition off (immobiliser/alarm etc). The cars were left in a locked garage which is integral with my house, so does not get too cold. The 12V batteries have always provided enough power to start the electrics and the traction batteries only lose 1 or 2 bars over that time, so they always started first time too.

Oh, right, I see what you're saying. You think it should have read "The fuel consumption on our car is in the high 70's to over 80MPG." That would make sense.

At about 25 metres the beam moved about 10-20cm that proved a big difference. At 3 feet you would hardly see any difference. I think it could still go up some more but it's good enough for me now.

This oil issue has been discussed on this forum many times in the past. It is a load of rubbish that OW20 is used only on models after 2016. My 2011 and 2014 Prius models were serviced and the dealer always used OW20. Dealers should know OW 20 should be used on all hybrid models. I would insist the oil in your car is drained and the correct OW20 oil is used. Who is this out of touch dealer?

Too much gaff in my opinion. Embrace the port and Mp3, my memory stick has about 300 albums on it. I'll help rip their CDs if need be.

This is potentially a key selling point of this car - depending on the journey it might even be better than the Gen4 because the PHV can use the larger EV battery to store more energy from re-gen. This is offset by the extra weight, though. As an example, on a nice warm day in September, starting with an empty EV battery, I got 92mpg over my 33-mile journey home. My best figure in a Gen3 in similar conditions on that same journey was about 80mpg. Yes, it's a hybrid-friendly route and yes, I'm a committed hypermiler, but generally I think you could expect very similar performance to a Gen4 ordinaire on 15" wheels. Not a cat in hell's chance. It's ridiculously shallow. There's mere inches between the rollover cover and the boot floor - you'd struggle to get suitcases in at all. It is hilariously bad, in fact, and is quite possibly the reason why so few people have bought one. Not an issue for me as it's a commuter car, but I couldn't live with it as my only vehicle. Read Geoff's PHEV thread - I think we cover most of the PHV's quirks and foibles there! My initial thoughts on some positives and negatives can also be found here.

Hi All I have just fitted a Amazon Echo Dot into my iQ. the hardest part was finding somewhere to put it so the 6 microphones can hear me and that I will be able to hear it!!!! I have it also connected via Bluetooth to my TNS350 which used to be a TNS510 but the 350 has more options like Road speed indication USB and 3.5mm jack. Its quite a useful gadget now mobile phone holding is a problem. I can get upto 40million song tracks to my car by simply asking for them. I can stream thousands of radio stations also which I can't pick up locally and now 4G is more widely available not had any drop out yet. Another good feature is home can "Drop in" on me and like wise I can do the same by simply asking "Drop in on home" Power for it is behind the scenes with a little 12v to 5v converter @ around 2A. Obviously, I am using my phone as a Wi-Fi Hotspot but may get a stand alone unit if the price is good. Weirdly, I don't feel alone when out driving by myself. David Camera picks up every bit of dust!!!!!!