Toyota Prius — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Toyota Prius specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering hatchback trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 55 to 68 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 14 of the 16 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262L 4-cylRegular Gasoline62–651015★——
20252L 4-cylRegular Gasoline58–651015★218
20242L 4-cylRegular Gasoline65–68965★439
20232L 4-cylRegular Gasoline65–68965★426
20221.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline59–621065★132
20211.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline59–621065★016
20201.5L 4-cyl / 1.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline55–621055★130
20191.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline60–621065★338
20181.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline621065★359
20171.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline621065★4147
20161.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline621065★6182
20151.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline58–60834★4212
20141.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline58–60834★6334
20131.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline58–60835★6604
20121.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline58–60835★8726
20111.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline581155★6522
20101.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline60110—102828

Best and Worst Toyota Prius Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 13 Toyota Prius model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 182 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2021 — 16 complaints, 0 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2020 — 30 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2022 — 32 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2010 — 2,828 complaints, 10 recall campaigns
  • 2012 — 726 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 604 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Toyota Prius covered on this site?

We have data for 17 model years of the Toyota Prius, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Toyota Prius come with?

EPA data lists: 1.8L 4-cyl (2010–2022); 1.5L 4-cyl (2020); 2L 4-cyl (2023–2026).

Which Toyota Prius year has the best fuel economy?

The 2024 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 68 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Toyota Prius have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Toyota Prius model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2010 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (10), and the 2010 has the most owner complaints (2,828). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2021. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Toyota Prius?

The Toyota Prius is classed as a hatchback on this site.

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