Toyota Prius 0–60 Times
The Toyota Prius 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 57 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Toyota Prius is the 2024 Toyota Prius Prime SE Hatchback, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.70 seconds at 96.8 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Toyota Prius is the 2001 Toyota Prius Sedan, which took 13.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 19.40 seconds at 69.9 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Out of all the Toyota Prius tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 9.89 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 17.36 seconds at 80.65 mph.
Across 57 verified runs, the Toyota Prius ranges from 6.10 to 13.70 seconds 0–60, with a 9.89-second average.
Toyota Prius Performance Overview
Toyota’s Prius performance story spans 2001 to 2024 across 56 verified tests (55 production, 1 modified), tracing the steady acceleration gains of a hybrid-focused lineup. The XW10 generation opened with the 70-hp 1NZ-FXE hybrid system and modest pace, from 13.7 seconds to 60 mph in the 2001 Sedan to a generation-best 12.2 seconds in that same trim. With the XW20 generation for 2004–2009, output rose to 110 hp and the 2004 Hatchback cut 0-60 to 9.8 seconds, establishing the Prius as a consistently sub-11-second hybrid.
XW30 (2010–2015) expanded the formula from hybrid to plug-in hybrid variants, with engine choices including the 2ZR-FXE and power climbing as high as 134 hp. A 2011 III Hatchback reached 60 mph in 9.7 seconds. XW50 (2016–2022) kept the hybrid and plug-in hybrid mix while sharpening results slightly, led by the 2016 Two Eco Hatchback at 9.4 seconds.
The current XW60 generation, launched for 2023, marks the largest step yet, moving to the M20A-FXS and a 194–220 hp range. The 2023 Prime XSE Hatchback ran 0-60 in 6.4 seconds, while the 2024 Prime SE Hatchback sets the current benchmark at 6.1 seconds and a 14.7-second quarter-mile, placing today’s Prius well ahead of earlier generations.
Toyota Prius 0–60 Times by Generation: XW10 to XW60
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XW60 | 2023–present | 7.95s | 6.10s — 2024 Prime SE Hatchback | 13 | The XW60 generation (2023–present) averaged 7.95 seconds to 60 mph across 13 tests, led by the 2024 Prime SE Hatchback at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 194 to 220 hp across 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh, 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW configurations. |
| XW50 | 2016–2022 | 10.20s | 9.40s — 2016 Two Eco Hatchback | 15 | The XW50 generation (2016–2022) averaged 10.20 seconds to 60 mph across 15 tests, led by the 2016 Two Eco Hatchback at 9.40 seconds. Output ranged from 99 to 121 hp across 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.75-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.8-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh configurations. |
| XW30 | 2010–2015 | 10.23s | 9.70s — 2011 III Hatchback | 17 | The XW30 generation (2010–2015) averaged 10.23 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2011 III Hatchback at 9.70 seconds. Output ranged from 99 to 134 hp across 1.5L I-4 + Elec, 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh, 1.8L I-4 + Elec 4.4-kWh configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle. |
| XW20 | 2004–2009 | 10.66s | 9.80s — 2004 Hatchback | 7 | The XW20 generation (2004–2009) averaged 10.66 seconds to 60 mph across 7 tests, led by the 2004 Hatchback at 9.80 seconds. Output was 110 hp across 1.5L I-4 + Elec, 1.5L I-4 + Elec configurations. |
| XW10 | 2001–2003 | 12.90s | 12.20s — 2001 Sedan | 4 | The XW10 generation (2001–2003) averaged 12.90 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2001 Sedan at 12.20 seconds. Output was 70 hp across 1.5L I-4 + Elec configurations. |
Toyota Prius 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
57 tests · 17 years2025 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 7.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,219 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 16.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 52 H / 44 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #6 of 57
2024 Toyota Prius
4 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.8 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 53 C / 51 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.5 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 50 C / 47 H / 47.9 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,460 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 140 C / 115 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #21 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 76.5 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 125 C / 103 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #37 of 57
2023 Toyota Prius
9 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 6.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 50 C / 47 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 50 C / 47 H / 49 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 97.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,461 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48.9 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #5 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 7.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,340 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 52 H / 45 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #7 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 7.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,340 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 49 C / 50 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #8 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 7.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.7 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,097 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 16.0 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 52 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #9 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 7.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 87.5 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,340 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 17.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 52 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #10 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 77.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,460 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #38 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 11.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 75.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 220 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,460 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.7 lbs/hp
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #52 of 57
2022 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 10.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,365 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.8 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 53 C / 55 H / 133 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #34 of 57
2019 Toyota Prius
3 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.75-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,075 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 54 C / 50 H / 52 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #15 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.5 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,264 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.0 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 48 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #16 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,264 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.0 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 52 C / 48 H / 44 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #47 of 57
2018 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 11.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 75.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 99 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,575 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.0 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 43 H / 36 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #50 of 57
2017 Toyota Prius
6 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 10.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.9 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,365 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.8 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 55 C / 53 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #23 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.1 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,365 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.8 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 55 C / 53 H / 58.5 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #25 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,365 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.8 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 55 C / 53 H / 52 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #30 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,375 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.9 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 55 C / 53 H / 50 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #35 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,365 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 27.8 lbs/hp
- MPGe EPA
- 55 C / 53 H / 51 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #39 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,045 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 54 C / 50 H / 42 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #40 of 57
2016 Toyota Prius
4 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 9.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 58 C / 53 H / 47 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #11 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 77.6 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,050 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 54 C / 50 H / 55.1 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #12 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.8-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 58 C / 53 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #22 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 121 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,115 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 54 C / 50 H / 44 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #41 of 57
2014 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 10.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 74.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 99 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,500 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 53 C / 46 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #48 of 57
2013 Toyota Prius
3 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.7 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 4.4-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,165 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 23.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 49 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #17 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H / 41.3 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #26 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,274 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 24.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 44 C / 40 H / 31 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #36 of 57
2012 Toyota Prius
6 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 10.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,274 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 24.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 44 C / 40 H / 39.4 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #27 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 78.2 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,274 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 24.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 44 C / 40 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #31 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 76.6 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 99 hp
- Curb Weight
- 2,550 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 53 C / 46 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #43 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 76.9 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 99 hp
- Curb Weight
- 2,550 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 53 C / 46 H / 40.3 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #44 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 80.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 4.4-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,165 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 23.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 49 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #46 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 76.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 99 hp
- Curb Weight
- 2,550 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 25.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 53 C / 46 H / 39 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #49 of 57
2011 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 9.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 80.2 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #13 of 57
2010 Toyota Prius
6 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 9.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 80.2 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H / 37.3 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #14 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Toyota
- Overall Rank
- #18 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.3 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- MPG EPA
- 70.4 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Plug in hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #19 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H / 42 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #24 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.5 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Torque
- 105 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H / 41.5 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #28 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 77.7 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.3-kWh
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 134 hp
- Curb Weight
- 3,042 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 22.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 51 C / 48 H / 52 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #45 of 57
2006 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 10.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 77.9 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H / 43.8 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #42 of 57
2004 Toyota Prius
6 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 9.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.04 sec
- Trap Speed
- 80.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #20 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #29 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.1 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H / 41.6 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #32 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 10.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 79.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H / 53 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #33 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 11.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 76.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H / 42 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #51 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 12.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 75.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 110 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,890 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 26.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 48 C / 45 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Hatchback
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #54 of 57
2002 Toyota Prius
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 12.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 19.16 sec
- Trap Speed
- 75.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 70 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,765 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 39.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 42 C / 41 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #55 of 57
2001 Toyota Prius
3 verified runs- 0–60 mph
- 12.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 18.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 75.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 70 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,760 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 39.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 42 C / 41 H / 40 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #53 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 13.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 19.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 73.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 70 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,760 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 39.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 42 C / 41 H / 35 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #56 of 57
- 0–60 mph
- 13.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 19.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 69.9 mph
- Engine
- 1.5L I-4 + Elec
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 70 hp
- Torque
- 82 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,760 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 39.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 42 C / 41 H / 38.4 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #57 of 57
How we verify Toyota Prius performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Toyota Prius trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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