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Overview
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
- Smartphone access of EV features
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)
What to Know
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EPA-estimated electric range of 11 miles
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Three-hour charging time on 120-volt service
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50 mpg combined when operating as a hybrid
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Federal tax credit of up to $2,500
Our Take
from the Cars.com expert editorial team
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 en...
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
Consumer Reviews
What drivers are saying
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 ... Read full review
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 ... Read full review
Safety
Recalls and crash tests
Warranty
New car and certified pre-owned programs by Toyota
New Car Program Benefits
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Bumper-to-Bumper
36 months / 36,000 miles
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Powertrain
60 months / 60,000 miles
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Roadside Assistance
36 months / unlimited distance
Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits
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Maximum Age/Mileage
7 years/less than 85,000 miles
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Basic Warranty Terms
12 months/12, 000 miles
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Powertrain
7 years/100,000 miles
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Dealer Certification Required
160- or 174-point inspections
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Roadside Assistance
Yes