Model year guide

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints186
Combined50 mpg

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

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid recalls 1

Hybrid Propulsion System NHTSA Campaign #17V718000 · 15/11/2017

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012-2015 Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The hybrid battery contains an Electric Vehicle (EV) fuse that may fracture after repeated high-load driving conditions such as climbing long hills.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EV fuse, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0R.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid common problems

Owners have filed 186 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — 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.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined50 mpg
City51 mpg
Highway49 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,350
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Electric range540 mi
Charge time (240V)1.5 hours
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume22 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,000 less

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid 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.

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid trims & engines on record

Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 96 hp

2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid vehicles on record

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2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid?

Owners have filed 186 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid get?

The 2014 Toyota prius plug-in hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 50 mpg combined (51 city / 49 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.