2012 Toyota PriusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Midsize CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
49
MPG
Highway
46
MPG
Combined
48
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 50 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
48.9MPG average+1.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 48 MPG · Owner reported avg: 48.9 MPG
Range: 38–74 MPG
Driving mix: City 42% / Highway 58%
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 48.9 real world MPG based on 50 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 48 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
49
Hwy
46
Comb
48
Fuel cost: $1,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 49 | 46 | 48 | $1,400 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,400
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$5,000
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 185 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 6.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.8L 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
- 1.8L, 4-cylinder
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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