2022 TOYOTA PRIUS REVIEW - LOSING ITS APPEAL

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The 2022 Toyota Prius Limited, while retaining its core efficiency, faces significant compromises that diminish its appeal, especially in its top trim. The reviewer highlights impressive real-world fuel economy, achieving 64 MPG in combined city and highway driving, notably exceeding the trip computer's optimistic 71.6 MPG. However, the Limited trim's large touchscreen is criticized for its glare, lack of physical knobs for essential controls like volume and climate, and the absence of Android Auto. Build quality concerns are raised due to creaking and rattling noises from the interior panels and seats. While the driving dynamics have improved with better brake pedal feel and handling compared to older generations, the car remains uninspiring. The reviewer strongly advises against the Limited trim, suggesting opting for lower trims for a more functional interface or considering alternatives like the Corolla Hybrid, which offers similar efficiency and powertrain at a lower cost, or the more utilitarian RAV4 Hybrid and Camry Hybrid.