Toyota Prius+ first generation

The Toyota Prius+ first generation (2012–2021): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 18 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: XW40 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,620–4,650 mm RDW | – |
| Width | 1,780 mm RDW | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,580 mm RDW | – |
| Wheelbase | 2,780 mm RDW | 2,650 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,470–1,475 kg RDW | 1,150 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,570–1,575 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,115 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 7 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 165 km/h RDW | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/60R16, 215/50R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 96.4% (95.0–97.4) | 91.0% | 966 |
| 6–8 years | 95.7% (94.6–96.6) | 86.4% | 1,676 |
| 9–12 years | 92.1% (90.8–93.2) | 77.9% | 1,912 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 14.3% | 28.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 12.3% | 11.5% |
| Suspension | 8.6% | 17.2% |
| Brakes | 8.0% | 22.5% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 4.9% | 7.3% |
| Steering | 1.1% | 2.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 18 versions of the Toyota Prius+ first generation
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European Union 8 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | 5.8 L/100 km WLTP | 132 g/km | 4,280 |
| 2013–2020 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | – | 96–109 g/km | 24,062 |
| 2012–2020 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Petrol | – | 97–109 g/km | 83,679 |
| 2019–2020 | 1.8 L | – | Hybrid | – | 110–111 g/km | 6,546 |
| 2018 | 1.8 L | – | Petrol | – | 109 g/km | 846 |
| 2015–2018 | 1.8 L | 73 kW (99 PS) | Other fuel | – | 95–97 g/km | 839 |
| 2016 | 1.8 L | 18 kW (24 PS) | Hybrid | – | 98 g/km | 358 |
| 2013 | – | – | Petrol | – | 96 g/km | 14 |
United Kingdom 8 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2018Excel 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Excel Plus 1.8 VVT-i Auto · Hybrid Excel 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17 inch alloy wheels and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 101 g/km |
| 2015–2018Icon 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Hybrid Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16 inch alloy wheels | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 96 g/km |
| 2018Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16" Alloys | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 106 g/km |
| 2018Excel 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17" Alloys | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 112 g/km |
| 2013–2014T Spirit 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Excel 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Automatic | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 101 g/km |
| 2013–2014T4 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Icon 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Automatic | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 96 g/km |
| 2012T Spirit 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 101 g/km |
| 2012T4 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT | 1.8 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 96 g/km |
France 2 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015PRIUS+ 16" | – | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 96 g/km |
| 2015PRIUS+ 17" | – | 73 kW (99 PS) | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 101 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





