Stephanie Taylor 
2005 Toyota Prius Hatchback 4dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Great car - some replacements
 Great car, great gas mileage, great handling. Had to replace rear battery for nearly $400.00. Had to change rear light bulb and license plate bulbs -but inexpensive. The  first rear battery was replaced at $40,000 by AAA for around $100.00 and lasted a year. The second rear battery was replaced by Toyota at 50,000 and is guaranteed. Also had to replace the key fob - normally cost $150.00 and Toyota gave it to me for $100.00. Original tires lasted until 55,000 miles and then two front tires needed replacing. Internal air filter replaced - $50.00. Don't let them change transmission fluid unless dirty because it is not necessary and costs around $100.00. Have regular oil changes by Toyota only every 3000 miles.  The only instrumentation that is very annoying and serves no purpose is the incessant beeping that the car makes when in reverse. This is only heard when you are inside not outside.