2005 Toyota PriusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
48
MPG
Highway
45
MPG
Combined
46
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 208 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
47.6MPG average+3.6% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 46 MPG · Owner reported avg: 47.6 MPG
Range: 32–65 MPG
Driving mix: City 44% / Highway 56%
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 47.6 real world MPG based on 208 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 46 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
48
Hwy
45
Comb
46
Fuel cost: $1,450/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 48 | 45 | 46 | $1,450 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,450
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$4,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 193 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 6.5 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
- Induction Type
- HEV
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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