Toyota Prius v — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Toyota Prius v specifications on file for 6 model years, 2012–2017, covering estate/wagon trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 1.8L 4-cyl. Combined fuel economy is around 49 mpg (UK). 4 of the 6 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
20171.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491355★4103
20161.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491345★6180
20151.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491354★2190
20141.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491354★5319
20131.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491345★5535
20121.8L 4-cylRegular Gasoline491355★8701

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

Across the 6 Toyota Prius v model years from 2012 to 2017 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 254 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2017 — 103 complaints, 4 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2016 — 180 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2015 — 190 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2012 — 701 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 535 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2014 — 319 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 4★ 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Toyota Prius v covered on this site?

We have data for 6 model years of the Toyota Prius v, from 2012 to 2017.

What engines does the Toyota Prius v come with?

EPA data lists: 1.8L 4-cyl (2012–2017).

Which Toyota Prius v year has the best fuel economy?

The 2017 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 49 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

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

Yes — the 2012, 2013, 2016, 2017 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

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

The 2012 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (8), and the 2012 has the most owner complaints (701). 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 v?

The Toyota Prius v is classed as an estate/wagon on this site.

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