Toyota Prius v first generation

Toyota Prius v first generation
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The Toyota Prius v first generation (2012–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: XW40 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,620 mm TC4,615 mm
Width1,780 mm TC1,775 mm
Height1,580 mm TC1,575–1,600 mm
Wheelbase2,780 mm TC2,780 mm
Front track1,540 mm TC–
Rear track1,550 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,485–1,505 kg TC1,450–2,014 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)963 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,747 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed–165 km/h
Torque–142–207 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2013–2014: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, ja), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

476 complaints for model years 2012–2017. 45 crashes · 7 fires · 23 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Brakes 253
  • Engine 68
  • Electrical system 57
  • Speed control 36
  • Fuel system 24
  • Transmission and drivetrain 21

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 2 versions of the Toyota Prius v first generation

United States 1 version

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–20171.8 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive41 MPG (5.7 L/100 km) EPA134–135 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2018Station wagon: Mid-size1.8 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)5.5–5.8 L/100 km 5-cycle126–135 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.