What are the limitations of the Prius’ driver-assist features?

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What are the limitations of the Prius’ driver-assist features?

Newer Prius models come with Toyota Safety Sense TSS, including lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and collision avoidance. Discussing their effectiveness and real-world limitations can help owners drive more safely.

Lubaba asked on 13 Feb 2025 10:52:28 am

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 13 Feb 2025 11:00:41 am

The Toyota Safety Sense TSS suite in newer Prius models offers several advanced driver-assist features, including:

Lane Departure Warning LDW
Adaptive Cruise Control ACC
Pre-Collision System PCS

However, these systems have limitations:

Lane Departure Warning: It may not always respond to subtle lane drift o r may be too sensitive to minor road markings.
Adaptive Cruise Control: While effective in light traffic, it may struggle in heavy traffic o r at low speeds.
Collision Avoidance: The system may not detect pedestrians, cyclists, o r stationary objects in certain situations.

Its important for drivers to remain alert and not rely solely on these systems, especially in complex driving conditions.