Toyota Prius c

20122020 · 9 configurations

Lowest
46
Average
48
Best
50

The Toyota Prius c has been tested by the EPA across 9 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2020. Over this period, the Prius c has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 46 MPG to 50 MPG, with an overall average of 48 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2020
46
2019
46
2018
46
2017
46
2016
50
2015
50
2014
50
2013
50
2012
50

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Prius c) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota Prius c. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Toyota Toyota Prius * grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,088
Total Deaths
487

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
4.3%
Fire Occurrence
2.2%
Speeding Involved
6.9%
DUI Involved
5.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
15%
Side
14%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes123
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2022
Fatal Crashes136
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2021
Fatal Crashes142
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2020
Fatal Crashes119
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2019
Fatal Crashes109
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2018
Fatal Crashes119
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2017
Fatal Crashes117
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2016
Fatal Crashes83
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2015
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2014
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.44

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2019
3
2018
2
2017
1
2016
5
2015
1
2013
1
2012
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory