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Originally Posted by JesseK
For the younger generation, at least people around me as the subject comes up, it's my conclusion and also my opinion that the Prius is quite possibly one of the ugliest cars in production today. Think is "cute" but it's not mini-cooper cute nor is it sporty with its current body style. The company should aim for different body styles, lengths/widths, comfort zones, etc if they're looking to go large-scale. I'm sure they've thought of this but the commentary in the article doesn't mention it.
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True, and yet false. As the generation of students out there now, who grew up with PC's/Internet, become established and begin to purchase their first cars - they will be amazed over the technological availability in a Prius. The Prius is specifically designed the way it is to allow for even further gas mileage than with a sporty or boxier body style. There are many instances when driving down the interstate (must be driving, not sitting) where one does not even consume energy with the addition of windshield wipers as the aerodynamics of the car "splice" through rain.
I was waiting for a few responses before I posted an opinion. I love the technology of these cars. As a Prius and Jeep Commander owner, I choose to get into my Jeep every morning for my 45 mile round trip commute to work. Why? For the same reason that many of these small eco-car manufacturers, such as the SMART, fear that they will not thrive for decades in the US; I thoroughly enjoy feeling safe while driving, knowing that I may withstand an accident with the laws of physics on my side. Our Prius on the other hand, it currently on makes a 1 mile trip to the train station every day, even though the 52-55 mpg never ends in amazing me.
I would like to see more advancement of the HSD, and furthermore something along the lines of the sterling engine in larger SUV's. Just as most American's are big vehicle hungry.