2002 Toyota PriusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2002 Toyota Prius

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City
42
MPG
Highway
41
MPG
Combined
41
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 28 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

44.4MPG average+8.2% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 41 MPG · Owner reported avg: 44.4 MPG

Range: 36–58 MPG

Driving mix: City 51% / Highway 49%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 44.4 real world MPG based on 28 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 41 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
42
Hwy
41
Comb
41
Fuel cost: $1,650/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,650

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$3,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
217 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
7.3 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.5L, 4-cylinder
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,643/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,179/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,422/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,513/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,654/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,650/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,045/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,690/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,589/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,627/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 41 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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