Toyota Prius Prime — All Years
We have Toyota Prius Prime specifications on file for 8 model years, 2017–2024, covering hatchback trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 58 to 65 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 8 of the 8 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 58 | 37 | 5★ | 4 | 39 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 58 | 37 | 5★ | 4 | 26 |
| 2022 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 1 | 32 |
| 2021 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 1 | 30 |
| 2019 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 3 | 38 |
| 2018 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 1 | 52 |
| 2017 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 65 | 48 | 5★ | 3 | 145 |
Best and Worst Toyota Prius Prime Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 6 Toyota Prius Prime model years from 2017 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 35 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
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
- 1.8L 4-cyl — 2017–2022
- 2L 4-cyl — 2023–2024
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Toyota Prius Prime covered on this site?
We have data for 8 model years of the Toyota Prius Prime, from 2017 to 2024.
What engines does the Toyota Prius Prime come with?
EPA data lists: 1.8L 4-cyl (2017–2022); 2L 4-cyl (2023–2024).
Which Toyota Prius Prime year has the best fuel economy?
The 2022 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 65 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Toyota Prius Prime have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Toyota Prius Prime model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2023 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (4), and the 2017 has the most owner complaints (145). 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 Prime?
The Toyota Prius Prime is classed as a hatchback on this site.
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