Hello everybody,

Actually, I am asking this on behalf of my wife. Toyota is giving down payment rebates for 2012 cars. We are considering selling our old Waja for either a Toyota Vios J [AT] or the Prius C.

At first, we were considering the Vios J only because the model got upgraded with 2 airbags (from none) and now 15" rims (from 14"). When we walked into a Toyota showroom in Klang today, was told Vios J out of stock, waiting list very long.

We dont know how true this is but it's very possible since the Vios J after discount is now RM72k. Since Vios J is unavailable, we looked at Altis 1.8G and Prius C.

Altis is definitely out of our budget. We are looking at something below 100k and the Prius C seem to fall into place nicely with 7 air bags, push start, made in Japan, etc.

My wife is generally using it to get to work and back. Besides commuting to work, she also has to fetch our kids around town. Our kids is currently 2 years old and another is 5 months old. I think 100k may be far fetched for these 2 purposes (commuting to work and driving the kids). Eventually, she's starting her own business next year and have to move around in the city a lot more than she does not, so I think a compact Hybrid might just do the trick.

The only drawback is that Prius C interior is smaller than the Vios. Besides that, I think it wins in every other aspect. Are we making the right decision? Should we get the Vios or the Prius C? I know I'm in a Prius C thread, hope someone can make an unbiased comment to advice since we are both now familiar with cars.

Upgrading thoughts:
1. Tinting options for Prius C
2. Leather seat for Prius C
3. Body kit for Prius C
4. DVD system

Should I get them from Toyota or accessories shop outside? Does it void any warranty?