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2024 Toyota Prius

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Prius.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2024 Toyota Prius enters the model's complaint record — which spans 2000 through 2026 — paired with a variable-ratio automatic transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 57 mpg city, 56 mpg highway, and 57 mpg combined, the kind of efficiency envelope that has long defined the nameplate. Its current reliability footprint is unusually light: just 22 owner complaints filed against 4 recalls, with the leading complaint area logged simply as "Unknown or Other," a category label that itself warrants researcher attention. Plotted against the model's quarter-century arc, that total sits dramatically closer to the 2000 low of 4 complaints than to the 2010 peak of 2,819, situating this model year as one of the quietest data points in the Prius's history. For a researcher building the long view, the 2024 entry is less a story of mechanical failure than a reminder that complaint volume is shaped as much by reporting patterns and recall cycles as by the vehicle itself.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy57/56/57 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 90915YZZN1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZN1
Engine air filter17801F2060
Spark plug9091901289
Battery2880021223
Front wiper blades8521233260 alt 8522212A90
Cabin air filter8713976020 alt 871390R030

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.1 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight3097 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined57 / 56 / 57 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Prius of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1–10.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2024 Prime SE Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2024Prime SE Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh6.10 sec14.70 sec220 hpFWD
2024Prime XSE Premium Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh6.30 sec14.80 sec220 hpFWD
2024Prime SE Hatchback (EV Mode) 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh9.90 sec17.40 sec220 hpFWD
2024Prime XSE Premium Hatchback (EV Mode) 2.0L I-4 + Elec 120-kW 13.6-kWh10.50 sec17.80 sec220 hpFWD
2023Prime XSE Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW6.40 sec15.00 sec220 hpFWD
2023Prime XSE Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW6.50 sec15.10 sec220 hpFWD
2023Prime XSE Premium Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 13.6-kWh 120-kW6.50 sec15.10 sec220 hpFWD
2023Limited Hatchback 2.0L I-4 + Elec 0.9-kWh7.10 sec15.50 sec194 hpFWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Hybrid Battery Compartment Air Filter (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level)
Every 30,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Prius sits at the low‑end of a long‑term downward trend in federal complaints, falling from a peak of 2,819 complaints in 2010 to just 22 in 2024. Recalls have also tapered, with the model registering four recalls in 2024—similar to 2023 but far below the 10 recalls seen in 2010 and the steady 5‑6 recalls that dominated the 2000s‑2010s. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) continue to decline sharply, dropping to 99 in 2024 from a high of 626 in 2012, indicating fewer documented service issues. The most common complaint categories this year are “Unknown or Other” (5 reports) and minor component issues (suspension, wheels, seat belts), with only four crash‑related complaints and no fire complaints reported. Overall, the data suggests that 2024 is one of the cleanest years in the Prius’s history, making it a solid choice for a used purchase.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
99
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
22
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 22 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other5
Suspension2
Wheels2
Seat Belts1
Air Bags,Seat Belts,Unknown Or Other1
Electrical System,Service Brakes,Back Over Prevention1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Tires1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V274000Electrical System:Wiring:Switches/Knobs/ButtonsReported 17/04/2024

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles. Water may enter the rear door switch and cause a short circuit, allowing an unlocked rear door to open… Remedy: Dealers will replace both right and left rear door opener switches, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 9, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at…

24V548000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 23/07/2024

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain Toyota 2023 GR Supra, 2024 4 Runner, Corolla, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Tacoma, Tacoma Hybrid, 2023-2024 BZ4X, Corolla Cross… Remedy: GST will mail new labels to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 99 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0104-21 Rev22026-02-27EngineOBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now…
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-TT-0784-25 Rev12025-06-17EngineSome ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs. This can lead to accidental use…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-TT-0784-252025-06-13EngineSome ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs. This can lead to accidental use…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Prius have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Prius get?

EPA figures are 57 city / 56 highway / 57 combined mpg.