2022 Toyota PriusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
Range: 54–56 MPG
Driving mix: City 43% / 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 55.0 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 52 MPG.
Trim Comparison
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 54 | 50 | 52 | $1,300 |
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
vs. average new vehicle
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 170 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 5.7 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
- 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
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,295/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $1,718/yrHIGHEST | +$423 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,122/yrLOWEST | $-173 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,193/yr | $-102 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,304/yr | +$9 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,301/yr | +$6 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $1,613/yr | +$318 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,332/yr | +$37 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,253/yr | $-42 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,283/yr | $-12 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 52 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
Recall History
Source: NHTSA✓No recalls reported for this vehicle.
Owner-Reported Problems22 complaints
Source: NHTSANHTSA has received 22 owner complaints for the 2022 Toyota Prius. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.
Problems by System / Component
2022 Toyota Prius problems by category: Electrical System: 6 complaints, Engine: 3 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 2 complaints, Air Bags: 2 complaints, Lighting: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints.
Sample Owner Complaints
Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.