2021 Toyota Prius AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Midsize CarsPart-time 4-Wheel Drive
City
51
MPG
Highway
47
MPG
Combined
49
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
55.3MPG average+12.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 49 MPG · Owner reported avg: 55.3 MPG
Driving mix: City 40% / Highway 60%
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 55.3 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 49 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
51
Hwy
47
Comb
49
Fuel cost: $1,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 51 | 47 | 49 | $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: 9/10
GHG Score: 9/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 179 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 6.1 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.8L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- 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
- Induction Type
- Hybrid
- 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$1,374/yr
California
$5.957/gal$1,824/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,190/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,266/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,384/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,381/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$1,712/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,414/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,330/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,362/yr
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,374/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $1,824/yrHIGHEST | +$450 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,190/yrLOWEST | $-184 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,266/yr | $-108 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,384/yr | +$10 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,381/yr | +$7 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $1,712/yr | +$338 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,414/yr | +$40 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,330/yr | $-44 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,362/yr | $-12 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 49 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
NHTSA Safety Ratings
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2021 Toyota PRIUS 5 HB AWD
Crash Test Scores
| Front Crash — Overall | |
| Front Crash — Driver Side | |
| Front Crash — Passenger Side | |
| Side Crash — Overall | |
| Side Crash — Driver Side | |
| Side Crash — Passenger Side | |
| Side Pole Crash | |
| Rollover | |
| Rollover Probability | 10.7% |
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
6
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
Recall History
Source: NHTSA✓No recalls reported for this vehicle.
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