Hatchback · PHEV
Toyota Prius Prime 2017-2022
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- Price
- $27,100–$34,000
- MPG
- 54 · 25 mi elec
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
How it scores for you10 scores
Plug-in flexibility on Toyota's most proven hybrid bones — 25 electric miles, then 54 mpg — hampered only by a snug cabin and unhurried pace.
Recalled far less often than cars of the same model years; none of its 2 recalls were serious. About 17% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +8 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $1,200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 88% of cars we track.
19.8 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 25% of other hatchbacks we track.
Early cars seat four; rear room and the plug-in's raised cargo floor pinch practicality.
121 combined hp and eco tuning; smooth EV creep around town, strained when pushed.
The available 11.6-inch screen was novel and driver-assist standard, but the interface is clunky.
Soft, quiet-enough ride; front seats fine, cabin plasticky.
Typical resale value for a hatchback.
No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.
Safety & recalls3 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
3 recalls · 5 common complaint areas across 2017–2022
- Visibility/wiper — 26 complaints (2017)
- Recall — Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm): software; hybrid propulsion system (2022)
- Electrical — 16 complaints (2017)
2022
- RecallEngine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ecm): software; hybrid propulsion system21V734000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. The Engine Control Unit (ECU) software may falsely detect an error and shut down the hybrid system, causing a loss of drive power.
2021
No recorded issues.
2020
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes19V544000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system a
- Complaint clusterVisibility/wiper5 complaintscomplaints:VISIBILITY/WIPER
The car had about 8000 miles on it. It was parked in Garage the night before. In the morning the outside temperature was 39F. During my 30 minutes driving, the front defrost was turned on. Afterwards it was parked on driveway and at that time the windshield was fine. 6 hours later, I noticed a spide
2019
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes19V544000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system a
2018
No recorded issues.
2017
- Complaint clusterVisibility/wiper26 complaintscomplaints:VISIBILITY/WIPER
My 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has experienced a second windshield crack perhaps hit by a small object, which I didn't notice at all. The crack is a "L" shape, about 15 in at each direction. The firs Windshield crack was happened about a year ago. Toyota dealer replaced it with an original Toyota Winds
- Complaint clusterElectrical16 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have a 2017 Toyota Prius Prime advanced. It has the large infotaiment screen that is where I have to access many items. Often, seemingly randomly, the screen shuts down and reboots itself. During the time it is rebooting I do not have any access to the controls. It gives no warning when it is
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other12 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving the speed limit of 70mph on a major highway, the sunroof on my 2017 Toyota Prius exploded. There was no warning of any kind: no other traffic nearby so no rock or debris from another vehicle; no overpass or bridge so nothing from above; it was a mild sunny day of 76 degrees so not a
- Complaint clusterCruise control11 complaintscomplaints:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In the 2017 Prius Prime when the car switches from Electric power to gas the car frequently fails to allow you to accelerate. It is like you are stuck in neutral on the freeway, taking your foot off of the acceleration pedal and pushing it down doesn't always fix the issue. The accelerator foot ped
- Complaint clusterBrakes11 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
On 9/14/22 I was almost a hundred miles from my home in Sherrill, NY on Rte 81 south, approaching the bridge in Binghamton, NY when I heard a loud ringing noise. At first I thought it was my phone; then I thought it was a police vehicle; then a construction noise. I finally faced the fact if was com
Cost to own$16,800 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$27,100–$34,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$1,200/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
55
Highway MPG
53
Combined MPG
54
Electric range
25 mi
Horsepower
121 hp
Doors
5
Cargo volume
19.8 cu ft
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