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Toyota Prius

The global benchmark for hybrid innovation, pairing fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS-II) technology with up to 57 MPG, available electronic on-demand AWD, and dramatic coupe-inspired aerodynamic design.

Quick Facts & Specification Overview: The Toyota Prius is a liftback featuring powertrains delivering from 121 to 220 horsepower, achieving up to 57 MPG combined on official EPA ratings. Engineered with Front-Whee and Electronic drivetrain systems across 2 generations, the model holds 4 active NHTSA safety recall campaigns.

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Official Toyota Prius 2023 exterior styling, aerodynamic profile, and vehicle dimensions
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Toyota Prius Liftback2023 Spec

Years

1997 - present

Power

121 - 220 hp

Best MPG

57 MPG

2023 Recalls

4 campaigns

Complaints

21 filed

01At a glance

Toyota Prius by the numbers

TopicToyota PriusDetail
Power range121 - 220 hp6 powertrains verified
EPA fuel economy49 - 57 MPGCombined cycle, best trim
Recalls (2023)4Open NHTSA safety campaigns
Complaints (2023)21ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, TIRES, POWER TRAIN
Fuel typesHybrid Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid GasolineFront-Whee, Electronic drivetrains
Generations indexed2Each with full spec sheet
Dimensions (latest)4600 x 1780 x 1420 mmL x W x H, 2750 mm wheelbase

03Active safety

2023 Toyota Prius open recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

24V274000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.

Fix: Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB06 and 24TA06.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

24V548000

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross Hybrid, GR Corolla, GR86, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius Prime, Sequoia Hybrid, Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Venza Hybrid, 2023-2025 Crown, and 2025 Camry Hybrid vehicles equipped with GST accessories. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 24R2.

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

25V744000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

26V049000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.

Fix: Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.

05Pick your year

Toyota Prius generations

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05Generation comparison matrix

Compare all Toyota Prius generations

SpecificationPrius V (XW60)2023 – present (XW60)Prius IV (XW50)2016 – 2022 (XW50)
Power Output194 – 220 hp121 – 121 hp
EPA Fuel EconomyUp to 57 MPG combinedUp to 56 MPG combined
Quickest 0–100 km/h6.6s10.2s
Exterior Dimensions4600 × 1780 × 1420 mm4575 × 1760 × 1470 mm
Wheelbase2750 mm2700 mm
Powertrains Verified3 trims3 trims
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Prius IV (XW50)

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Prius V (XW60)

Best for drivers wanting contemporary safety tech, digital cockpits, peak horsepower ratings, and the latest aerodynamic styling.

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06Answers

Toyota Prius: what buyers ask

How many recalls does the Toyota Prius have?

The 2023 Toyota Prius has 4 open NHTSA recall campaigns. Always verify by your exact VIN, because recall coverage varies by production run.

What MPG does the Toyota Prius get?

Across verified powertrains, the Prius achieves 49 to 57 MPG combined (EPA cycle).

How much horsepower does the Toyota Prius have?

Power ranges from 121 hp to 220 hp across 6 verified powertrains, spanning Hybrid Gasoline, Plug-in Hybrid Gasoline fuel types.

What are common Toyota Prius problems?

NHTSA has 21 owner complaints on file for the 2023 model year, most frequently involving ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, TIRES, POWER TRAIN. 1 involved a crash.

How many generations does the Toyota Prius have?

We index 2 verified generations with full powertrain specification sheets, spanning production from 1997 to the present.

Sources for this page

Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.

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