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2001 Toyota

Prius

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L

Toyota Prius: best and worst years
2001 Toyota Prius

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Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.025 hp/lb
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1 (6,000 lb or less)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
165 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
6

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • STEERING22%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13%
  • TIRES13%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL12%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING9%
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 208 total.

Toyota Prius: best and worst years

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

Source: www.toyota.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice.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.