2026 Toyota Prius
The 2026 Toyota Prius is a midsize car, rated at 57 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 57
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $28,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Prius |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 57 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 56 |
| Combined MPG | 57 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 155 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Prius | 57 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Prius AWD | 54 MPG combined |
| Prius AWD XLE/LTD | 49 MPG combined |
| Prius XLE/LTD | 52 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 57 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 56 MPG |
| Combined | 57 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 54% 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 vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (1)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS26V049000 · 2026-01-28
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 26, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated June 30, 2026 – July 14, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Toyota Prius?
The 2026 Toyota Prius is EPA-rated at 57 MPG combined (57 city / 56 highway).
Is the 2026 Toyota Prius reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Toyota Prius. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Toyota Prius?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Toyota Prius costs roughly $705 per year to fuel, or about $3,526 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Toyota Prius?
The 2026 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