2013 Toyota Prius C problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Toyota Prius C get?

The 2013 Toyota Prius C has a U.S. EPA estimate of 50 mpg combined (53 city / 46 highway).

Q: How much is a 2013 Toyota Prius C worth?

Comparable 2013 Toyota Prius C listings run roughly $8,495–$15,400, typically around $12,748 (from 53 vehicles).

2013 Toyota Prius C at a glance

Owner complaints400

Overall safety4 / 5 ★

Combined50 mpg

Typical price$12,748

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 Toyota Prius C common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 400 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2013 Toyota Prius C safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Toyota Prius C 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Toyota Prius C MPG & running costs

Combined50 mpg

City53 mpg

Highway46 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,350

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2013 Toyota Prius C worth?

Low

$8,495

Typical price

$12,748

High

$15,400

From 53 comparable 2013 Toyota Prius C listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Toyota Prius C costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$6,750

Fuel only$6,750

Per mile$0.09

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.