- Newest year: 2009
- Hybrid
- Midsize cars
- Same as 2008
2004-2009 Toyota Prius MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 46 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2004-2009 Toyota Prius at a glance
The 2004-2009 Toyota Prius covers 6 model years in the EPA database (6 configurations in all), rated 46 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $1,420 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD (46 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA lists identical ratings for every model year of this generation.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2004-2009 Toyota Prius by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2008 |
| 2008 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2007 |
| 2007 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2006 |
| 2006 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2004 |
| 2004 | Hybrid | 46 MPG | $1,420 | First year |
What the 2009 Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$118
$1,420 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$2.37
Per 100 miles
$9.47
Five years
$7,100
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$1,850less a year
Class median $3,270 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Toyota Prius MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2009 Toyota Prius as for the 2008 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2008 section above.See 2008
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 48 | 45 | 46 | $1,420 |
2008 Toyota Prius MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2007
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2008 Toyota Prius as for the 2007 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2007 section above.See 2007
2007 Toyota Prius MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2006
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2007 Toyota Prius as for the 2006 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2006 section above.See 2006
2006 Toyota Prius MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2005
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Toyota Prius as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
2005 Toyota Prius MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2004
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2005 Toyota Prius as for the 2004 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2004 section above.See 2004
2004 Toyota Prius MPG
46 MPG · $1,420/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 48 | 45 | 46 | $1,420 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD: $1,930 in California and $1,240 in Texas, a $690 difference.
- California $1,930
- Washington $1,790
- New York $1,420
- Florida $1,340
- Texas $1,240
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2009 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2001-2003 (XW10)
- 2004-2009 (XW20)
- 2010-2015 (XW30)
- 2016-2022 (XW50)
- 2023-2027* (XW60)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius get?
EPA rates the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius at 46 MPG combined across 6 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 46 MPG (48 city, 45 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius?
Every model year of the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius tops out at 46 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for every model year from 2004 to 2009.
How does the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2001-2003 Toyota Prius) is rated 41 MPG combined and costs $1,590 a year to fuel; the 2004-2009 model is rated 46 MPG and costs $1,420 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Toyota Prius per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,420 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $1,420 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Toyota Prius 100 miles?
About $9.47 per 100 miles for the Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Toyota Prius more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD is rated 48 city and 45 highway MPG, so it is more efficient in city driving, by 3 MPG.
How does the 2009 Toyota Prius compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Prius 1.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,420 a year to fuel, $1,850 less than the class median of $3,270, and less than 10 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 130 rated midsize car configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Toyota Prius different from the 2008 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2008 and 2009: 1 configuration rated 46 MPG combined. See the 2008 Toyota Prius for that year.