2019 Toyota Prius C
The 2019 Toyota Prius C is a midsize car, rated at 52 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 52
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Prius C |
| Model year | 2019 |
| 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 | 54 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 50 |
| Combined MPG | 52 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 170 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1200 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Prius | 52 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Prius AWD | 50 MPG combined |
| Prius c | 46 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 54 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 50 MPG |
| Combined | 52 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 41% more efficient than the Prius C's class average.
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- 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)
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM19V491000 · 2019-06-26
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Prius C vehicles. The DC-DC converter may fail resulting in the auxiliary battery no longer receiving power from the converter, which may cause a loss of drive.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DC-DC converter with a new one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is K0K.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2019 Toyota Prius C is EPA-rated at 52 MPG combined (54 city / 50 highway).
Is the 2019 Toyota Prius C reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Toyota Prius C. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2019 Toyota Prius C earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Toyota Prius C?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Toyota Prius C costs roughly $773 per year to fuel, or about $3,865 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2019 Toyota Prius C 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