2019 Toyota
Prius Prime
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L
Toyota Prius Prime: best and worst years
Overview
- Body
- Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Powertrain
- Plug-in HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel
- Regular Gas and ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Engine & performance
- Axle ratio
- 3.22
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Motor kW
- 22EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Start-stop system
- YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 53 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG City
- 55 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG Comb
- 54 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $1,150EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- CO₂
- 78 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Eco Score
- 10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Smog score
- 7/10
- Elec. Range
- 640 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Range per hour (240V)
- 320 mi/hr
- Recharge hrs
- 2EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Real-world MPG
- 90.3 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 36.3 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
- SmartWay certified
- Yes
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 179 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 69 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 58 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 3,364 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 0
- Owner complaints
- 0
Feature availability
Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.
Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
DP22005opened Jan 27, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Pedestrian alert sounds
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
52 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jul 26, 2021EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERT-SB-0080-19 Rev
TSB: Some 2006 ? 2022 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX® Tip) is available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this bulletin for proper handling and installation of this optional service part.
May 24, 2021EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALToyota PRO21-UFR
UPDATES TO THE 2014-2021 TOYOTA UNIVERSAL FLAT RATE MANUAL
Mar 18, 2021EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALT-SB-0044-16 Obs
OBSOLETE NOTICE March 08, 2021: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-21.
Mar 17, 2021AIR BAGSToyota Safety Re
Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
Mar 12, 2021SERVICE BRAKEST-TT-0636-20 Rev
TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
Mar 5, 2021SEATST-SB-0012-21
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2021 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Feb 10, 2021STRUCTURET-SB-0149-19 Rev
TSB: Some 2017 ? 2021 model year Prius Prime vehicles may exhibit corrosion on the back door sub-assembly steel reinforcement panel visible below the opener switch and rear camera. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Feb 3, 2021EQUIPMENTT-SB-0032-20 Rev
TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979 ? 2021 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin. Follow the Procurement Procedure in this bulletin to request a replacement certification label or VIN plate.
- and 44 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- Powertrain
- 5 yr / 60k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 2 yr
- Maintenance
- 2 yr / 25k mi
- EV battery
- 10 yr / 150k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.