Toyota Prius c is a five-seat compact vehicle in the Hatchback category. For the 2015 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 1.5L Inline-4 engine that produces 99 horsepower, which is enough for the 2,500 lbs. hatchback to reach 60 mph from zero in 11.5 seconds. Toyota Prius c has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2015 Prius c has a relatively long wheelbase ( 100.4 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2500 lbs.
2015 Prius c seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Prius c ia a class-leader on only one measurement - legs - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders, hips, and head. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 17.1 cu. ft.
Trim | 2015 Prius c One | 2015 Prius c Two | 2015 Prius c Three | 2015 Prius c Four |
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Starging MSRP | $19,540 | $20,340 | $21,765 | $24,475 |
Engine | 1.5L Inline-4 | 1.5L Inline-4 | 1.5L Inline-4 | 1.5L Inline-4 |
HP | 99 hp | 99 hp | 99 hp | 99 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 11.5 sec | 11.5 sec | 11.5 sec | 11.5 sec |
City | 53 MPG | 53 MPG | 53 MPG | 53 MPG |
Highway | 46 MPG | 46 MPG | 46 MPG | 46 MPG |
Combined | 50 MPG | 50 MPG | 50 MPG | 50 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost |
2015 Prius c Hatchback comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $428 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, Prius c has a class-leading fuel economy of 50 mpg.
2015 Prius c Hatchback has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Toyota, which by itself is a relatively high number.