The Prius makes sense in a big city - the electrical system is superior in environments that require numerous stops and accelerations.
If you live in nevada it’s a joke of a car. Certainly because you pay loads of money for a technical system that is not used.
But for those who live in a big city and have to use a car there’s this one:
http://www.teslamotors.com/index.php
A bit expensive - but fancy.
The Prius makes no sense from an economic standpoint, which is unarguable. The Prius most likely does not make sense from an environmental and safety standpoint. It’s the perfect car for the sort of people who buy it; liberal chicks, or middle aged gay men. What are you telling us?