Toyota Prius: specs and history
Fourth-generation Prius ( ), 1.8 full hybrid with around 122 hp system power.
Category scores
Spec sheet
- Generation
- IV (XW50)
| Body style | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Power (hp) | 122 |
| Towing braked (kg) | 0 |
| Boot (l) | 457 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) | 4.2 |
Real-world consumption
- Owners report
- 4.6 l/100km
- WLTP factory
- 4.2 l/100km
- Difference
- +10%
Frequently asked
Is the Toyota Prius still sold as a new car?
No. This is a reference model (model years 2016-2022). We show no price and don’t broker; the page is a spec reference.
What does the Toyota Prius consume?
4.2 l/100km WLTP (manufacturer figure). Real-world consumption differs; see the owner reviews below.
How much can the Toyota Prius tow?
0 kg braked (manufacturer figure). Always check the registration document of the specific car.
Owner experiences
No moderated reviews yet. Still driving this reference model? A long-term-owner review is welcome..
In depth
No plug; the hybrid charges itself. WLTP fuel use around 4.2 l/100km. Historical reference, no longer available as a new car since the fifth generation.
About the Toyota Prius IV (XW50, 2016-2022)
This model is no longer available as a new car. It is in the database as a historical reference: for looking up specifications and as a comparison point. There is deliberately no new price and no buy button; we are not a marketplace and do not broker second-hand purchases. The introduction price (2016) is purely historical context, not a current value.
The fourth Prius is a full hybrid: a 1.8 petrol engine and electric motors with around 122 hp system power, without a plug. The car charges the high-voltage battery itself via braking energy and the petrol engine. The stated WLTP fuel use is around 4.2 l/100km (manufacturer figure); the older NEDC figure was lower and is not comparable.
In practice
Owners historically report around 4.6 l/100km in mixed annual use (owner forums, n≈25, not measured by us), slightly above the WLTP figure but low for the class. The Prius drivetrain has historically been well rated in the ADAC breakdown statistics; that underpins the reliability score, with source cited. The braked towing weight is not relevant: the XW50 is not homologated for a trailer in most versions, hence 0.
Points to note
In the event of a second-hand choice, the condition of the high-voltage battery, the maintenance history and the tyre profile (low rolling resistance) are the points of attention. The fiscal and cycle data date from the 2016-2022 period and are indicative. We do not broker second-hand purchases.
Same-fuel alternatives
No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and price reference dates are listed per figure.