2014 Toyota Prius c problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Prius c get?

The 2014 Toyota Prius c has a U.S. EPA estimate of 50 mpg combined (53 city / 46 highway).

Q: How much is a 2014 Toyota Prius c worth?

Comparable 2014 Toyota Prius c listings run roughly $9,495–$17,200, typically around $12,811 (from 20 vehicles).

2014 Toyota Prius c at a glance

Owner complaints205

Overall safety4 / 5 ★

Combined50 mpg

Typical price$12,811

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

2014 Toyota Prius c common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 205 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.

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.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2014 Toyota Prius c safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Toyota Prius C 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 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 2014 Toyota Prius c worth?

Low

$9,495

Typical price

$12,811

High

$17,200

From 20 comparable 2014 Toyota Prius c listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 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.