This has to be one of the most dependable vehicles ever built. We have driven this car for 212,000 miles and have had very few problems with it. The gas mileage is amazing, and it is incredibly spacious. We actually managed to fit two adults, one child, and a king-sized mattress inside the car! The hatchback is an awesome feature. The audio system is awesome and will seriously get some thumping going if wanted. The only major repair that we ever had is that we once had to replace the hybrid battery. It cost around 100 dollars. That said, we've never replaced the brake pads! The seats are comfortable. And, to boot, the Toyota Prius actually has some good get-up-and-go!