How to Car Camp in a Toyota Prius



Earlier this year, we posted a report of a camper conversion kit for the Prius, but it was a permanent alteration that cost USD $40,000.  Now a removable tent extension has been developed by Habitents.
Habitents doesn't use any poles and is able to roll up small enough to store in your glove compartment - also something you don't get with a regular tent. It basically hangs off your hatchback with a couple of simple tie-downs, so it sets up easily.

A photo at the Gizmag source shows a view of the interior; the price of USD$90 could be recouped by avoiding one night in a hotel or motel.  The manufacturers have a patent pending that would apply to other hatchback vehicles.

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Having rented a Prius just last week, I can say with authority that a male of average height cannot stretch out in the bed of a Prius. On the other hand, The rear seats of my Ford 500 fold down and there are eight feet from the end of the trunk to the front seat.
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Maus: It adds ventilation and keeps bugs out.

There are a large number of hatch-back tents. My grandparents used to travel with one which was bigger than this, though also more complex. It added a small vestibule where one could stand up and change clothes while still being 'inside'.
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"The manufacturers have a patent pending that would apply to other hatchback vehicles"

I don't think so

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Holden-Torana-Hatch-Hutch-/370619236151?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item564aa0bf37#ht_8089wt_1043
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I dont see what this accomplishes at all. There is the exact same about of room inside with the hatch closed as when open with this attachment.
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