Toyota Prius 2009-2015 used car review

The Toyota Prius is a great car for city drivers. For its size, it offers excellent space and comfort.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 3 out of 5 Drive , 3 out of 5 Safety , 5 out of 5 Value , 4.5 out of 5 Interior , 4 out of 5

Overall score , 3.9 out of 5

The good
  • Offers low running costs, both for fuel and service
  • Spacious, comfortable and quiet interior
  • Even basic models offer a high level of safety
The not-so-good
  • Not as fuel efficient in real life as on paper
  • Soft and vague to drive

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Japanese models:

New Zealand models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2013 Toyota Prius S

Price

$10,000 to $25,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

Hybrid: 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine and electric motor. Total output 100kw

Transmission

CVT automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating (NZ-new model)

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

3.7-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4481mm

Width

1745mm

Height

1491mm

Towing capacity

Unofficial: 450kg (unbraked), 950kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.3m

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