Model year guide

2019 Toyota prius prime

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Toyota prius prime is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2019 Toyota prius prime — representative photo
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2019 Toyota prius prime at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints8
Combined54 mpg

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

2019 Toyota prius prime recalls 1

Electronic Stability Control (esc) NHTSA Campaign #19V544000 · 24/07/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus LS500, LC500, ES300h, UX250h, LS500h, Toyota Prius, RAV4 HV, 2019-2020 Toyota Prius Prime, and 2020 Corolla HV vehicles. The brake booster pump may fail causing a deactivation of the Vehicle Stability Control system and a loss of braking assist. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Saf…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake booster pump, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2019. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 and Lexus owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. T…

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.

2019 Toyota prius prime common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2019 Toyota prius prime MPG & running costs

Combined54 mpg
City55 mpg
Highway53 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,250
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Electric range640 mi
Charge time (240V)2 hours
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume20 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,500 less

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Toyota prius prime costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$6,250
Fuel only$6,250
Per mile$0.08

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.

2019 Toyota prius prime trims & engines on record

Trims
Plus/Premium/Advanced
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 96 hp

2019 Toyota prius prime vehicles on record

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2019 Toyota prius prime — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Toyota prius prime have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2019 Toyota prius prime. 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 2019 Toyota prius prime?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, service brakes, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Toyota prius prime get?

The 2019 Toyota prius prime has a U.S. EPA estimate of 54 mpg combined (55 city / 53 highway).

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