2018 Toyota Prius c Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

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MPG (up to)

48 City / 43 HWY

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Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Luvi M

The Prius c is a very reliable, fuel economy vehicle..

I love my car is very easy to drive and fit anywhere, the performance is very good, I used to drive a Toyota corolla before and the difference is the horsepower, the prius c does not have the same power as a Toyota corolla but in general operates very well.I like the lane departure feature and emergency brake assist. Also is fuel efficient considering gas prices right now I can fill the tank with 35 dollars average and I drive a lot which is very good for me.The bluetooth is very helpful too I can take calls without letting go of the wheel. The rear view camera is great when backing up, the only problems is that I guess it somehow moved and now I can partially see my licence plate but other than that is okay. The interior is not very spacious I have a ten year old son and I can see that he is already a little too big and needs more space for his feet when sitting in the back. The trunk is very small too, but if there is no passengers aboard you can laid back the back seats and create cargo space. The maintenance is like any other vehicle I bring it to the dealership all the time, they are the experts..

Nev P

How fuel efficient it is. It is great for the environment

I love that it is a green vehicle. The fuel efficiency is amazing. I wish it were fully electric

Patty S

Very good gas mileage, so economic.

Performs very well, is easy maintenance and averages, at least, 40 mpg. I only have to gas up about once per week and costs around $16.00 a fill up. It has fairly good pick up for entering the highway. I am a sort of small person and I feel very comfortable behind the wheel. Pickup trucks are not respectful of my vehicle and I have almost been run off the road in heavy traffic or construction on the road.

Howard K

It gets great gas mileage and has excellent features for the price range.

I have a hybrid prius c. I really like It's compact size which makes it really easy to park in tight spots. It has great gas mileage and runs smoothly. I also like the backup camera. I wish the charging capability for phones was better and the gas mileage was more as described. Overall I like it a lot.

Brian T

It's a hybrid so it gets great gas mileage.

I really like the great gas mileage that it gets. It's small, but roomy, so it's easy to maneuver. The technology is great in the car.

Donna R

It rides smooth and it is very quiet.

Hybrid and it is really good with gas zippy to drove, dislike the lack of trunk space and it does not have seat warmers.

Maggie B

This car gets great gas mileage--you will save money on gas.

It's a nice looking car inside and out. It gets great gas mileage. It's very comfortable to drive and has a lot of great technology features. One thing I would like is for Spotify to be among the music apps

Thomas S

Great vehicle. Safe. Great heads up display. Great mileage.

Great gas mileage. Very comfortable. Safety features are awesome. I like the way it handles on the freeway and side streets. The hybrid battery is great. When I bought the car I feel like I got a good deal. I love the heads up display and GPS system in the vehicle. I wish everyone could drive this car.

Toyota Prius c Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

One

99 HP 46 MPG 5 Seats

Two

99 HP 46 MPG 5 Seats

Three

99 HP 46 MPG 5 Seats

Four

99 HP 46 MPG 5 Seats

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2018 Toyota Prius c Owner Reviews

4.67

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James S on May 7, 2021

Good controlling system, good audio system.

Following the Toyota Prius c one, naturally comes the two trim. This takes what is offered by the one trim and add several features include cruise control, an adjustable driver seat, a center control storage space and 60 to 40 rear folding seats. The audio system of this version is very good.

Aj M on April 3, 2021

Love the safety features and gas mileage!

I really love the gas mileage on this car and it lasts a very long time. The safety features on this car are also great. I especially love the lane safety sensor that beeps if you've drifted out of your lane and over the next lanes line. I only wish I could adjust the height of my seat in the car.

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Pros from Owners

Jane T.

I like this car, handles well, accelerates well in traffic and the gas mileage is great. My only complaint is the gear stick, is a little odd and putting it in drive sometimes it goes to the neutral instead. I love the backup camera and it seats four but if someone is tall can be a little cramp.

Cons from Owners

Jane T.

If you are tall it is cramp, I am small but still hits my head when trying to get into car. The gear stick can be confusing it slips into neutral easily when trying to go into drive. I like this car and the small problems are nothing compared to how great this car performs.

Ranks #5 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2018 Toyota Prius c has an average owner rating of 4.69 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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Ranks #10 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Toyota Prius c has a combined MPG of 95 which ranks it #10 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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Is The 2018 Toyota Prius c A Good Car?

Yes, I like the mileage, the ride is comfortable the hatch opens up for more room and it drives nice on the Hwy.

Jane T.

Yes! It is a good vehicle, it is a hybrid and is very practical and functional, perfect for the city and to save gas. I am a pro nature so I love that it does not pollute.

Corinna C.

Yes, a great car on gas and drives smoothly. It also has a sleek hatchback look. I like how the car is small, but does not go low to the ground.

Kate W.

Very good. It’s my third Prius C. The ride is smoother and quieter than the first two. The fuel mileage is excellent. Handling is tight.

Hannah K.

Yes, excellent car, I enjoy driving it, the fuel saving is amazing and I enjoy the size of the car. Living in a large city parking is always a problem. Driving the freeways, it has great pick up and... Read More

Elizabeth F.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Toyota Prius c?

I have never had any problems with this car, very dependable. I have the extended warranty which is nice, takes care of routine care of my vehicle.

Jane T.

Not at all, I found it very reliable. I have had very comfortable and easy trips, inside the city and outside crossing the highway.

Corinna C.

It is a reliable car. I have not had any issues with my car so far. No problems at all. The car is perfect in all ways

Joyce R.

Some unfortunate blind spots. Whole sections of the passenger side of the car are blocked when I have a passenger. Even though the ride is better than the 2015 and 2012 I previously had, the gas... Read More

Eric M.

Yes it is very reliable, I have had no problems except for my daughter hitting the driver's mirror on a pillar the first week. I get my oil changed and it is part of the deal so no cost, which is... Read More

Sean M.

Is The 2018 Toyota Prius c A Good Value?

It is and was a good value for this car since they last so long and the yearly cost of running a car is very low compared to other cars. Also I save so much in buying gas with the great mileage.

Jane T.

It was a demo price, and I think the value is good for all the benefits, comparing to other vehicles that are not hybrid.

Corinna C.

Around $20,000. I think it’s a very good value. I only put gas in the car every four weeks or so. Insurance rates are manageable. I put nothing down and my payments and interest rates are very low.

L W.

It is a great value, I might put gas in the tank about every two weeks and still it is not empty. I get about 51 miles per gallon.

Kelsey T.

Frequently Asked Questions

2018 Toyota Prius-C: How often should you change the engine oil?

Answer: For the 2018 Toyota Prius c, You should be changing the oil every 5,000 to 10,000 miles. This is slightly variable depending on Your driving habits. That said, You should also be checking Your oil levels at...

2018 Toyota Prius-C: How do you reset the change oil light?

Answer: On Your 2018 Toyota Prius to reset the change oil light, You will use the push to start button to go into accessory mode. Once You are in accessory mode use the button on the steering wheel to navigate to...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety