- Newest year: 2027
- Hybrid
- Midsize cars
- Partial model year
2023-2027 Toyota Prius MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 48–57 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2023-2027 Toyota Prius at a glance
The 2023-2027 Toyota Prius covers 5 model years in the EPA database (22 configurations in all), rated 48–57 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $1,190 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (55 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid and plug-in hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027. The best combined rating in the generation, 57 MPG, was reached in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (4 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2023-2027 Toyota Prius by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Hybrid | 48–55 MPG | $1,190–$1,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2026 | Hybrid | 49–57 MPG | $1,150–$1,330 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 49–57 MPG | $870–$1,330 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Hybrid | 49–57 MPG | $1,150–$1,330 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Hybrid | 49–57 MPG | $1,150–$1,330 | First year |
What the 2027 Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$99
$1,190 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.98
Per 100 miles
$7.93
Five years
$5,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$1,040less a year
Class median $2,230 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 Toyota Prius MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (4 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
Versus 2026: The most efficient configuration moves from 57 to 55 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $1,150 to $1,190, $40 more.
Hybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 59 | 50 | 55 | $1,190 |
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 56 | 49 | 53 | $1,230 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 54 | 46 | 51 | $1,280 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 51 | 45 | 48 | $1,360 |
2026 Toyota Prius MPG
49–57 MPG · $1,150–$1,330/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 57 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,150.
Hybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 56 | 57 | $1,150 |
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 53 | 54 | 54 | $1,210 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 52 | 52 | $1,260 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 49 | 50 | 49 | $1,330 |
2025 Toyota Prius MPG
49–57 MPG · $870–$1,330/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 57 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,150.
On electricity 114–127 MPGe, with 40–45 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 56 | 57 | $1,150 |
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 53 | 54 | 54 | $1,210 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 52 | 52 | $1,260 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 49 | 50 | 49 | $1,330 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV SE (Most efficient) | FWD | 52 | 127 | 45 mi | $870 |
| PHEV | FWD | 48 | 114 | 40 mi | $980 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 68%–71% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2024 Toyota Prius MPG
49–57 MPG · $1,150–$1,330/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 57 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,150.
Hybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 56 | 57 | $1,150 |
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 53 | 54 | 54 | $1,210 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 52 | 52 | $1,260 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 49 | 50 | 49 | $1,330 |
2023 Toyota Prius MPG
49–57 MPG · $1,150–$1,330/yr
Hybrid configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 57 | 56 | 57 | $1,150 |
| Prius 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 53 | 54 | 54 | $1,210 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 52 | 52 | $1,260 |
| XLE/LTD 2.0L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 4WD | 49 | 50 | 49 | $1,330 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD: $1,620 in California and $1,040 in Texas, a $580 difference.
- California $1,620
- Washington $1,500
- New York $1,190
- Florida $1,120
- Texas $1,040
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 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 2023-2027 Toyota Prius get?
EPA rates the 2023-2027 Toyota Prius at 48–57 MPG combined across 22 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 57 MPG (57 city, 56 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 48–57 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 48–52 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2023-2027 Toyota Prius?
The Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 57 MPG, in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. The lowest top rating, 55 MPG, was in 2027.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2023-2027 Toyota Prius?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027.
How does the 2023-2027 Toyota Prius compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2016-2022 Toyota Prius) is rated 46–56 MPG combined and costs $1,170–$1,410 a year to fuel; the 2023-2027 model is rated 48–57 MPG and costs $870–$1,360 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Toyota Prius per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,190 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $1,190–$1,360 a year. That is a $170 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Toyota Prius 100 miles?
About $7.93 per 100 miles for the Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $7.93 and $9.07 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Toyota Prius more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD is rated 59 city and 50 highway MPG, so it is more efficient in city driving, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2027 Toyota Prius compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Prius 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,190 a year to fuel, $1,040 less than the class median of $2,230, and less than 9 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 26 rated midsize car configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 Toyota Prius different from the 2026 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 57 to 55 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $1,150 to $1,190, $40 more. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2027 against 4 configurations for 2026. See the 2026 Toyota Prius for that year.