Toyota Prius (Gen 5) — RossDrives

Verdict

A

BHP

220 bhp

0–60

6.6 s

Top speed

115 mph

MPG

57.0 mpg

New

$28,000-$43,000

Strengths

Genuinely quick now (0-60 in 6.6s)
Looks like a real car
Hybrid system is the most refined Toyota has built

Weaknesses

Cargo space dropped versus gen 4 (rakier roofline)
Prime version supply remains tight
Premium trims push past Camry pricing

Notable tech

TNGA-C platform
5th-gen hybrid system 60% more powerful than gen 4
Solar roof (Prime XSE Premium) adds ~8 km/day of EV range
Drive Mode Select with EV-only mode on Prime

Common issues

Brake regen calibration complaints (cold-start)
Infotainment HVAC integration occasional crashes
Solar roof effectiveness varies dramatically by climate

Used-market budget

$32,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.