Steve L 
2003 Toyota Prius Sedan 4dr Sedan (1.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Mr. Economy
 This automobile is very comfortable ahd 
quiet. My average fuel economy is 44 
mpg with the majority of trips being 
3.5 miles to and from work. I have read 
other reviews of the cars poor handling 
but I find those views to be untrue. 
This car hugs the twisties and is very 
predictable in its responses. Power is 
marginal but adequate. Passing power 
band is acceptable with a top speed of 
104 mph on level road. Top mpg I've 
gotten was 53. The feel of the car is 
much larger that it's footprint 
suggests. The car I was going to get 
before looking at the Prius was a Mini 
Cooper. Glad I got the Prius though I 
still have the "motoring" philosophy.