Verdict
A
← Toyota Prius · 2009-2015 · XW30
Toyota Prius XW30
Headline trim: 1.8 hybrid - 134 bhp, 0-62 in 10.4s.
BHP
134 bhp
0–60
10.4 s
Top speed
112 mph
MPG
58 mpg (US)
Used
$4,400-$13,000
Strengths
- 1.8 HSD is the gold-standard reliability hybrid
- Plug-in PHEV variant from 2012
- Genuine 70 mpg returns possible
Weaknesses
- Brake actuator failure expensive
- Cabin still grey
- EGR cooler clogs at 80k+ miles
Notable tech
- Third-gen Prius (XW30)
- 2ZR-FXE 1.8 Atkinson + HSD-3
- Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) variant 2012
- NiMH HV battery
- Solar roof option (UK rare)
Common issues
- 1.8 oil consumption
- EGR cooler clogging
- Brake actuator failure
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across XW30's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
1.8 hybrid (2ZR-FXE)
BHP134
Torque142 Nm
0–6010.4 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)58 mpg
DriveFWD
GearboxeCVT
1.8 PHEV
BHP134
Torque142 Nm
0–6011.0 s
Top112 mph
MPG (US)112 mpg
DriveFWD
GearboxeCVT