2016 Toyota Prius cFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Compact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
53
MPG
Highway
46
MPG
Combined
50
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
46.5MPG average-7.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 50 MPG · Owner reported avg: 46.5 MPG
Range: 39–57 MPG
Driving mix: City 80% / Highway 20%
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 46.5 real world MPG based on 2 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
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 53 | 46 | 50 | $1,350 |
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
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