Toyota

Toyota Prius c

Price $21,055 – $26,055
Fuel consumption 4.5 – 5.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 73%(view ratings)
The smallest car in the Prius lineup, the C (as in City), is built on the Yaris platform. The comparison ends there, however, since the 1.5L four-cylinder develops just 72 horsepower, versus 106 for the Yaris. On the other hand, its 60-hp electric motor more than makes up for it while keeping fuel consumption to a minimum. If the basic Prius C doesn’t suit your needs, there’s the optional Technology Package that adds some much appreciated

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 73%
Driving 7/10
Safety 7/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 9/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 7/10

What's new in 2015

N/A

Pros

  • Exceptional reliability
  • Extremely fuel efficient in the city
  • Tried and true hybrid transmission
  • Inviting rear seats
  • Excellent resale value

Cons

  • Not suitable for long drives
  • Light and unresponsive steering
  • Plain dashboard
  • Fancy trims very expensive
  • Poor rear visibility

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