I am female and retired school teacher that drives a 2009 Toyota Prius. The vehicle has exceptional fuel economy and lives up to the 45 mpg tag. Additionally, the vehicle may seems small but it has ample room for hauling my weekly grocery pick. The interior has a clean look for a sub compact with some futuristic features with a touch screen functionality. The downside to the vehicle is acceleration which is not the cars strong point, it moves steady by somewhat slow. Also, it is a great city car but on highways seems loose at higher speeds. Overall, I give the Prius a big thumbs up and will buy again if I outlast this one.