Best cars & vans

Toyota Prius

by: Auto Express team

8 Apr 2009

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Overall Average Rating - 87.25%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 25th

While the Prius is green, there’s more to real-world motoring than eco-friendliness – which explains why this hybrid sits at 25 despite being cheap to run, easy to drive and incredibly reliable.

Snail-like performance and stodgy handling we expected, but poor comfort is disappointing. It seems saving the world still carries a few penalties.

Ratings

Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 2nd
Build Quality: 29th
Running Costs: 2nd
Performance: 85th
Braking: 31st
Ride Quality: 44th
Handling: 85th
Practicality: 54th
Comfort: 72nd
Ease of Driving: 10th

Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 13th)

Last year, Toyota was in seventh, but a poor debut for the Auris sees it plummet. While 13th is still above average, bosses will want a positive reaction to the new Avensis, iQ and Urban Cruiser in 2010.