2015 Toyota Prius cFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
2015 Toyota Prius c

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City
53
MPG
Highway
46
MPG
Combined
50
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

50.2MPG average+0.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 50 MPG · Owner reported avg: 50.2 MPG

Range: 42–64 MPG

Driving mix: City 41% / Highway 59%

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 50.2 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 50 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
53
Hwy
46
Comb
50
Fuel cost: $1,350/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,350

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$5,250

vs. average new vehicle

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

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
178 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
6.0 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$1,347/yr
California
$5.957/gal$1,787/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,166/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,241/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,357/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,353/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$1,677/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,385/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,303/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,334/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 50 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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