2018 Toyota Prius
The 2018 Toyota Prius is a midsize car, rated at 56 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 56
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $28,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Prius |
| Model year | 2018 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.8 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 58 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 53 |
| Combined MPG | 56 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 158 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Prius | 52 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Prius c | 46 MPG combined |
| Prius Eco | 56 MPG combined |
| Prius Prime | 54 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 58 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 53 MPG |
| Combined | 56 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 52% more efficient than the Prius's class average.
- Amount financed
- $25,200
- Total interest
- $4,384
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (1)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING18V579000 · 2018-09-05
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at this connection and wear, causing an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to prevent any future damage. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0T.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2018 Toyota Prius?
The 2018 Toyota Prius is EPA-rated at 56 MPG combined (58 city / 53 highway).
Is the 2018 Toyota Prius reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Toyota Prius. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2018 Toyota Prius?
The 2018 Toyota Prius earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Toyota Prius?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Toyota Prius costs roughly $718 per year to fuel, or about $3,589 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2018 Toyota Prius?
The 2018 Toyota Prius is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC