Toyota Prius+ first generation

Toyota Prius+ first generation
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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

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,620–4,650 mm RDW–
Width1,780 mm RDW1,842 mm
Height1,580 mm RDW–
Wheelbase2,780 mm RDW2,650 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,470–1,475 kg RDW1,150 kg
Mass in running order1,570–1,575 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight2,115 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats7 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–
Performance
Top speed165 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 testPass rateUK averageTests
4–5 years96.4% (95.0–97.4)91.0%966
6–8 years95.7% (94.6–96.6)86.4%1,676
9–12 years92.1% (90.8–93.2)77.9%1,912

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres14.3%28.6%
Lights and electrics12.3%11.5%
Suspension8.6%17.2%
Brakes8.0%22.5%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)4.9%7.3%
Steering1.1%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 versionEnginePowerFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂EU registrations
20211.8 L73 kW (99 PS)Hybrid5.8 L/100 km WLTP132 g/km4,280
2013–20201.8 L73 kW (99 PS)Hybrid–96–109 g/km24,062
2012–20201.8 L73 kW (99 PS)Petrol–97–109 g/km83,679
2019–20201.8 L–Hybrid–110–111 g/km6,546
20181.8 L–Petrol–109 g/km846
2015–20181.8 L73 kW (99 PS)Other fuel–95–97 g/km839
20161.8 L18 kW (24 PS)Hybrid–98 g/km358
2013––Petrol–96 g/km14

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 versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (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 trim1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.4 L/100 km NEDC101 g/km
2015–2018Icon 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Hybrid Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16 inch alloy wheels1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.1 L/100 km NEDC96 g/km
2018Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16" Alloys1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.6 L/100 km NEDC106 g/km
2018Excel 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17" Alloys1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.9 L/100 km NEDC112 g/km
2013–2014T Spirit 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Excel 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT1.8 LHybridAutomatic4.4 L/100 km NEDC101 g/km
2013–2014T4 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT · Icon 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT1.8 LHybridAutomatic4.1 L/100 km NEDC96 g/km
2012T Spirit 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.4 L/100 km NEDC101 g/km
2012T4 1.8 VVT-i hybrid E-CVT1.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.1 L/100 km NEDC96 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 versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015PRIUS+ 16"–73 kW (99 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.1 L/100 km NEDC96 g/km
2015PRIUS+ 17"–73 kW (99 PS)HybridContinuously variable (CVT)4.4 L/100 km NEDC101 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.