Toyota Prius second generation
The Toyota Prius second generation (2004–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: XW20
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,450 mm RDW | – | 4,590–4,600 mm |
| Width | 1,725–1,745 mm Traficom | – | 1,695–1,745 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm RDW | – | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm RDW | – | 2,750 mm |
| Front track | 1,510–1,520 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,480–1,520 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,275 kg RDW | – | 1,355–1,380 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,375 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,725 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,020–1,725 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,718 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 60 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 170 km/h RDW | – | 180 km/h |
| Torque | 115–142 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/55R16, 215/45R17, 195/65R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, ja), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 78.0% (77.7–78.3) | 69.2% | 68,805 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 36.8% | 28.8% |
| Suspension | 35.8% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 35.2% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 30.8% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 20.0% | 18.6% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 11.2% | 11.8% |
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)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
7,096 complaints for model years 2004–2009. 562 crashes · 30 fires · 311 injuries · 12 deaths
- Lights 3,165
- Brakes 1,375
- Electrical system 975
- Speed control 553
- Engine 205
- Body and structure 140
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 4 versions of the Toyota Prius second generation
United Kingdom 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20091.5 VVT-i Hybrid | 1.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 104 g/km |
| 2004–20081.5 VVT-i Hybrid | 1.5 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 104 g/km |
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2009HEV · HEV, VMODE VLKUP | 1.5 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 46 MPG (5.1 L/100 km) EPA | 120 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2009Mid-size | 1.5 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 5.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 117 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.