2011 Toyota Prius MPG
48 mpg combined across 1 EPA-rated version. Best: Prius (FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 49 city / 46 hwy / 48 combined.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prius (Hybrid) | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 49 | 46 | 48 | $1,400 |
How it compares
- 2011 Midsize Cars: class average 23.2 mpg over 135 versions; best Prius +24.8 (#1).
- 2010: 50 mpg best (−2 for 2011).
- 2012: 50 mpg best.
- 2027 model: 55 mpg best (+7).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 12.1% risk |
522 owner complaints: Service Brakes 276, Electrical System 68, Exterior Lighting 49, Engine 47. Crashes 37, fires 7, injuries 17.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 276 | 53% |
| Electrical System | 68 | 13% |
| Exterior Lighting | 49 | 9% |
| Engine | 47 | 9% |
| Air Bags | 46 | 9% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 | 5% |
| Unknown Or Other | 28 | 5% |
| Power Train | 18 | 3% |
Recent owner reports: Service Brakes
“I was driving on the highway when my 2011 Toyota Prius started beeping repeatedly, and as I approached the red light, my brakes were not operational. My car completely passed through the red light, narrowly missing what could have been a fatal accident for me and others on the road. I had to navigate to the furthest right lane, almost getting hit by others due to my speed and inability to stop my car. I was going at”
“2011 Toyota Prius with approximately 134,000 miles. The brake actuator/master cylinder has been diagnosed as malfunctioning and failing to maintain hydraulic pressure. The brake booster pump initially began cycling approximately every 10 seconds while the vehicle was in READY mode, stationary, and without the brake pedal being applied. The cycling subsequently increased to approximately every 3 seconds. The affected”
“I am filing this complaint to report an active, severe safety defect involving a sudden, un-warned loss of power braking assist due to a failing factory brake actuator/booster pump assembly. My vehicle is exhibiting the exact internal hydraulic seal failure, pressure drop, and audible hissing/sipping sound outlined in Toyota's prior technical service bulletins.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
6 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2018 | Hybrid Propulsion System | 18V684000 |
| Jun 30, 2016 | Air Bags › side/Window | 16V487000 |
| Jun 2, 2016 | Seats › front Assembly › seat Heater/Cooler | 16V396000 |
| Nov 19, 2014 | Seats › front Assembly › seat Heater/Cooler | 14V743000 |
| Feb 12, 2014 | Hybrid Propulsion System › Inverter | 14V053000 |
| Jan 16, 2013 | Air Bags › frontal › sensor/Control Module-inactive | 13V014000 |