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2012 Toyota Prius c consumer reviews

$18,950 starting MSRP
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(99 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.8
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Most Cost Efficient Car I have owned.

This car met my needs to reduce cost of commuting. I wish it came in a convertible for weekends around town then I would be thrilled. 95% of my driving is highway and this car has saved me a significant amount of gas money. I drove 634 miles to Ohio and only stopped for gas twice. Total cost of my trip to and from was 66 dollars and change. I love that is is a hybrid, I don't want to be chained to having to find an electrical plug in station.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Habanero Prius C is hot!

I liked that I probably filled my gas tank about every 2 to 3 months depending how far I drove. It being a hybrid I saved a lot on gas. It has a good sized tank. I like the speediness of the car. The maneuvering was excellent. I can fit my car in any parking space without it being nicked by other car doors. The hatch was great for cargo. I felt safe in my car. The only reason I am selling it is because I have 2 grandchildren and their car seats overwhelmed the back seating area. Otherwise I love this car I will be very sad to see it go.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

This car is the best value for the money. Great on gas, comfortable, quiet, reliable, looks good. Just right for every day use. Oh did I mention it?s great on gas....

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I?m a happy owner of Prius

Purchased it in 2012 payed off fast. Love this little car. I travel a lot and it saved me so much money. Comfortable up to 58 mpg. I recommend it to my grandparents and they got the same and happy too.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome Car!

I think the vehicle is very reliable, sporty, and is a gas saver. It doesn't cost much to fill up at the pump, low maintenance and would recommend to others!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love it so far

Just got this car about a month ago. Got it for a good price and it's going to save me over $100/month in fuel cost. Comfy to drive or ride in, good visibility and handling. For as small as it is, I don't feel cramped or like I have to crawl in and out of it. Only thing that stands out to me is that the lights are not automatic and there's no power seating, despite having other tech features like Bluetooth and the analytic HUD. But getting 50+ mpg everywhere I go without giving up much power or fun is amazing.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most fuel-efficient car I've owned

I love all of the stats and how eco-friendly the car is. I save so much money in gas. I also got an amazing deal on this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I have owned.

This car is great. Best gas milage ever. Very comfortable both short and long trips. Lots of legroom both in front and back. Has both electric battery and gas, does not need to be plugged in. Battery charges while driving (Hybrid).

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable, Reliable, Reliable

This car has proven to be one of the best vehicles I?ve owned. 104,000 and absolutely no mechanical issues whatsoever.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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You Can?t Beat 50 MPG

It was an excellent car with minimal repairs in 8 years & 160K Miles. It was actually very a 2010 but, this review didn?t provide for that year.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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