2012 Toyota Prius c

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2012 Toyota Prius c

Starting MSRP $18,950–$23,230

MPG City: 53 Highway: 46

Available Engines

73-hp, 1.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)

Transmissions

2-speed CVT w/OD

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(4.6) 41 consumer reviews

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New or Notable

New for 2012
Gas/electric hybrid
50-mpg combined rating
Seats up to five
 

What We Like

Gas mileage
Ride comfort
Lower price than regular Prius
Hatchback versatility

What We Don't

Strains on hills
Spongy brake-pedal feel

Joining the Prius lineup for 2012 is the compact Prius c. C stands for "city," and the car is a small, inexpensive hybrid that seats five and gets an EPA-estimated 53/46 mpg city/highway. The Prius c is a four-door hatchback that's available in four trim levels — One through Four. Competitors include the Honda Insight hybrid and high-mileage subcompacts like the Hyundai Accent, Ford Fiesta and Chevrolet Sonic. 

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4 Available Prius c Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
One 5dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 46/53 $18,950 $18,003
Two 5dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 46/53 $19,900 $18,706
Three 5dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 46/53 $21,635 $20,140
Four 5dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 46/53 $23,230 $21,625
Destination charge: $795
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