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Toyota Prius

2001–2026 · 26 configurations

Lowest
41
Average
49
Best
57
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The Toyota Prius has been tested by the EPA across 26 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2026. Over this period, the Prius has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 41 MPG to 57 MPG, with an overall average of 49 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,050575657MPG
2025
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,050575657MPG
2024
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,050575657MPG
2023
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,050575657MPG
2022
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2021
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2020
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2019
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2018
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2017
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2016
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,150545052MPG
2015
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,250504648MPG
2014
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,250494648MPG
2013
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,250494648MPG
2012
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,250494648MPG
2011
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,250494648MPG
2010
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,200514850MPG
2009
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2008
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2007
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2006
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2005
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2004
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,300484546MPG
2003
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,450424141MPG
2002
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,450424141MPG
2001
1.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios) • Regular
$1,450424141MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
57
2025
57
2024
57
2023
57
2022
52
2021
52
2020
52
2019
52
2018
52
2017
52
2016
52
2015
48
2014
48
2013
48
2012
48
2011
48
2010
50
2009
46
2008
46
2007
46

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Prius) 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. 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
2,189
Total Deaths
1,071

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
5.3%
Fire Occurrence
2.4%
Speeding Involved
7.4%
DUI Involved
7.5%
Primary Impact Zone

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

74%
Front
14%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes223
Fatalities
122
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2022
Fatal Crashes256
Fatalities
112
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2021
Fatal Crashes258
Fatalities
136
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2020
Fatal Crashes218
Fatalities
115
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2019
Fatal Crashes223
Fatalities
100
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2018
Fatal Crashes246
Fatalities
112
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2017
Fatal Crashes228
Fatalities
118
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2016
Fatal Crashes198
Fatalities
93
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2015
Fatal Crashes192
Fatalities
88
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2014
Fatal Crashes147
Fatalities
75
Deaths/Crash
0.51
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
4
2022
1
2019
3
2018
2
2017
1
2016
5
2015
1
2014
1
2013
1
2012
4
2010
7
2009
2
2005
1
2004
6
2001
3
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