Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid is a five-seat hatchback that has been in production since 2012. It is powered by a four-cylinder petrol engine with a displacement of 1,798 cm³ and a power output of 73 kW, weighing 1,500 kg kerb weight. The vehicle measures 4,480 mm in length. According to safety databases, there have been 6 recalls registered in EU Safety Gate and 27 recalls in the NHTSA (US).
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2012 |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid |
| Displacement | 1,800 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 4.7 l/100 km |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 5.3 l/100 km | 2001–2009 |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 4.7 l/100 km | 2010–2022 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 4.1 l/100 km | 2023–2026 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Other Toyota models
Similar Hatchback models
Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 5 complaints for the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, most often about electrical system, unknown or other, visibility/wiper, back over prevention. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).
Recalls & safety
2 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONSUS · NHTSAModel year 2026
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius Prime, 2023-2026 Prius, and 2025-2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the rear door switch circuits, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26TB03 and 26TA03. This recall expands and replaces NHTSA recall number 24V274. Vehicles repaired under the previous recall will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 26V049000 · reported 28/01/2026
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEMUS · NHTSAModel year 2015
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0R.
NHTSA campaign 17V718000 · reported 15/11/2017
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Toyota recalls.