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Toyota Prius Plug-in

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  • 5dr HB (Natl)
    Starts at
    $29,990
    11 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr HB Advanced (Natl)
    Starts at
    $34,905
    11 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

EPA-estimated electric range of 11 miles
Three-hour charging time on 120-volt service
50 mpg combined when operating as a hybrid
Federal tax credit of up to $2,500

The good & the bad

The good

Fuel efficiency matches regular Prius hybrid
Interior space of regular Prius retained
Long charging cord
240-volt charging not needed
Remotely activated air conditioning

The bad

Significant price premium compared with Prius
Relatively short EV range
Electric-only mode not sustained under full acceleration
No remote cabin heating (cooling only)
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Expert 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in review

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Vehicle Overview

Based on the regular Prius, the Prius Plug-In provides a wider range of electric-only operation with the ability to travel up to an EPA-estimated 11 miles on electric power alone. When the lithium-ion battery pack is depleted and during certain driving conditions, the Prius Plug-In operates as a traditional hybrid car. Competitors include the Chevrolet Volt and Ford C-Max Energi.
New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • Blue-tinted headlight covers; LED headlights available
  • LED taillights
  • Chrome accents on door handles, grille, liftgate and charge-port door
  • 15-inch alloy wheels
  • Rear spoiler
  • Available fog lights
  • Coefficient of drag is .25, which helps efficiency

Interior Highlights

  • Seating for five people in two rows
  • Center-mounted instrument panel
  • Joystick-like console gear selector
  • Fabric-trimmed seats with first-row seat heaters
  • Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio, climate and Bluetooth controls
  • Automatic climate control
  • Cruise control
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • CD stereo with MP3 jack, USB connectivity and Bluetooth streaming audio
  • Entune with applications for iHeartRadio and OpenTable, Pandora integration, weather information, gas prices and Bing search
  • Navigation system with backup camera
  • Available adaptive cruise control
  • Available head-up display

Under the Hood

  • 98-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder gas engine and 60-kilowatt electric motor
  • 134-hp total system output
  • 4.4-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack in place of the regular Prius’ nickel-metal-hydride battery
  • Battery can be charged in about three hours using 120-volt service or 1.5 hours using a 240-volt connection
  • Can travel up to 11 miles on electric power alone
  • Under full acceleration, car reverts to hybrid mode and turns on the gas engine
  • 120-volt charging cable

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Driver’s knee airbag
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Active front head restraints
  • Available Safety Connect emergency communication system
  • Available precollision system can tighten the seat belts and apply the brakes when a crash is imminent

 

2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Based on the regular Prius, the Prius Plug-In provides a wider range of electric-only operation with the ability to travel up to an EPA-estimated 11 miles on electric power alone. When the lithium-ion battery pack is depleted and during certain driving conditions, the Prius Plug-In operates as a traditional hybrid car. Competitors include the Chevrolet Volt and Ford C-Max Energi.
New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • Blue-tinted headlight covers; LED headlights available
  • LED taillights
  • Chrome accents on door handles, grille, liftgate and charge-port door
  • 15-inch alloy wheels
  • Rear spoiler
  • Available fog lights
  • Coefficient of drag is .25, which helps efficiency

Interior Highlights

  • Seating for five people in two rows
  • Center-mounted instrument panel
  • Joystick-like console gear selector
  • Fabric-trimmed seats with first-row seat heaters
  • Tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio, climate and Bluetooth controls
  • Automatic climate control
  • Cruise control
  • 60/40-split folding backseat
  • CD stereo with MP3 jack, USB connectivity and Bluetooth streaming audio
  • Entune with applications for iHeartRadio and OpenTable, Pandora integration, weather information, gas prices and Bing search
  • Navigation system with backup camera
  • Available adaptive cruise control
  • Available head-up display

Under the Hood

  • 98-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder gas engine and 60-kilowatt electric motor
  • 134-hp total system output
  • 4.4-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack in place of the regular Prius’ nickel-metal-hydride battery
  • Battery can be charged in about three hours using 120-volt service or 1.5 hours using a 240-volt connection
  • Can travel up to 11 miles on electric power alone
  • Under full acceleration, car reverts to hybrid mode and turns on the gas engine
  • 120-volt charging cable

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Driver’s knee airbag
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Active front head restraints
  • Available Safety Connect emergency communication system
  • Available precollision system can tighten the seat belts and apply the brakes when a crash is imminent

 

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Safety review

Based on the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
4/5
12.4%
Risk of rollover
12.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.3
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By BB Prius Prime from Chicago, IL
    Test drove this car
    September 19, 2019

    This is my dream car. Plug in and hybrid!

    This car has good trunk size sleek styling amazing JBL sound and even in hybrid I am getting 57 miles to My dream car. Comfy powerful and great mileage . 58mpg
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By kgrimes21 from Yorba Linda, CA
    Owns this car
    December 21, 2018

    Best Value Car I've Owned

    This car was exactly what I wanted at the time, reliable, full efficient, low maintenance. I would recommend this car to anyone considering it. Prius!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mazen from Hayward
    Owns this car
    December 20, 2018

    Just a solid car.

    Great car for single person or small family. I was surprisingly able to haul a lot of stuff in it, its got a bigger cabin than youd expect. Fuel economy is great obviously. Not needing to smog is also really cool.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SoonerNurse from Pueblo,co
    Owns this car
    August 21, 2018

    As advertised

    The plug-in Prius gets about 10 miles on battery alone. After that, averaging about 50 miles per gallon. This is my third Prius, all have been extremely reliable. Amongst three vehicles, I have probably 600,000 miles total. And still very little maintenance requirements, no major component problems, or wear-and-tear issues. It's really bad easy maintenance, and impressive reliability.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Second Prius from Dudley, North Carolina
    Owns this car
    January 22, 2018

    Most fuel efficient car I have owned.

    Positive attributes 1. Fantastic fuel efficiency 2. Easy to charge up 3. Heated seats 4. Quiet Negative attributes 1. Changing oil is much more difficult 2. Driver's seat is more confined, layout is less ergonomic.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Bay Head Joe from New Jersey
    Owns this car
    December 27, 2017

    most fun ever

    My 2017 Prius plug in is the most fun vehicle I have ever driven. Plenty of power, smooth ride, quiet and I can drive 25 miles on a charge before using gasoline. Most trips locally are in that range. Only using about 3 gals gas a month. Love it
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By LOVE MY PRIUS PLUG IN from Fountain Valley, CA
    Owns this car
    February 24, 2016

    LOVE MY PRIUS PLUG IN Best Car Ever!

    I have owned a lot of cars over the last numerous decades but this one is my favorite. I love the gas mileage the most. I spend about $20 every 2 weeks to fill up my tank, I get between 50-99mpg. I thought my electricity bill would increase substantially because I plug it in every night and during the day on the weekends but it did not. I take it camping and it's great for long trips up through the mountains & back, completely packed & loaded with gear for 2 weeks and a Roof Bag, no problem. It's got good maneuverability and pick up when I need it there is an extra power button to give it a boost when required. I love the heated seats and also the fact that I qualify and have the carpool CAV (Clean Air Vehicle) decals to enable me to travel in the carpool lane by myself.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in?

The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • Advanced (1 style)

What is the electric range of the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in?

The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in can travel 11 electric-only miles before the gas engine kicks on.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

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Is the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in reliable?

The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in owners.

Is the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.8

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