I owned a Prius and drove it
I owned a Prius and drove it for almost 350 thousand miles with absolutely no problems and was completely happy with its performance. However when looking to replace with another hybrid I test drove the ct200 and that was a game changer. Although the power was very similar to the Prius the Lexus drove like a true sports car in term of handling curvy roads and sporty feel when driving aggressively. I have driven this vehicle in our mountains that I live in which is the great smokies and i can tell you this. There aren't many vehicles that can stay with me around these hill and curves. Believe me I've had plenty that have tried and couldn't keep up. There's been a few that could but I've lost many in my rear view mirror due to fear of them losing control of their sports cars. I'm 60 years old and have absolutely thrilled with this vehicle. Plus when I'm not driving like a maniac I'm getting 50 mpg. It handles like a Porsche but doesn't have the acceleration. But I've still lost a few of them as well on these roads because the get scared trying to keep up. This glorified Prius has shamed many many sports car drivers. You obviously haven't driven one.