2023 Toyota PriusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
Range: 47–48 MPG
Driving mix: City 37% / Highway 63%
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 47.5 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 57 MPG.
Trim Comparison
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular Hybrid | 57 | 56 | 57 | $1,200 |
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
vs. average new vehicle
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 155 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 5.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 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
- 2L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Direct Injection
- 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 | $1,182/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $1,568/yrHIGHEST | +$386 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,023/yrLOWEST | $-159 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,088/yr | $-94 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,190/yr | +$8 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,187/yr | +$5 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $1,471/yr | +$289 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,215/yr | +$33 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,143/yr | $-39 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,171/yr | $-11 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 57 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
NHTSA Safety Ratings
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)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 | 10.2% |
Safety Equipment
Recall History4
Source: NHTSAOwner-Reported Problems18 complaints
Source: NHTSANHTSA has received 18 owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota Prius. Top reported issues include wheels & tires, electrical system and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.
Problems by System / Component
2023 Toyota Prius problems by category: Wheels & Tires: 5 complaints, Electrical System: 5 complaints, Structure: 3 complaints, Locks & Latches: 3 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 1 complaints, Seat Belts: 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.