HERE’S WHY THE 2021 TOYOTA PRIUS HAS BECOME AN UNDESIRABLE ELECTRIFIED CAR

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The 2021 Toyota Prius XLE AWD is presented as an undesirable electrified car, largely due to its dated technology, unappealing styling, and underwhelming performance compared to modern EVs and even other Toyota hybrids. While the reviewer acknowledges its efficiency and reliability, these positives are overshadowed by a driving experience that feels like "yesterday's technology." The hybrid system's limitations, such as the gasoline engine engaging frequently and the rear electric motor's low-speed cutoff, are highlighted as significant drawbacks. The exterior design, particularly the "tall body and narrow profile," is heavily criticized, with the reviewer deeming it an "ugly duckling." Interior tech, including the graphics on the touchscreen, is also considered outdated. Despite the introduction of AWD in 2019 and a sportier feel thanks to the TNGA architecture, the reviewer concludes that the Prius has fallen far from its former glory, suggesting Toyota needs a radical shift to an all-electric powertrain and a more attractive design for future generations to remain relevant.