Used 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Consumer Reviews
Used Prius Prime for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 Prius Prime, so we've included reviews for other years of the Prius Prime since its last redesign.
Perfect blend of future and conservatism
Jurgen Craig-Muller, 01/13/2017
updated 07/14/2017
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Premium 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
If you are into a green car this is almost a no brainer. With the tax deduction it is very competitive to the regular Prius but you get an EV vehicle of about 25 miles. The car drives much better then my 3nd generation hybrid, which I really loved. It's a lot quieter. I like the futuristic styling realizing it's not for everybody. By the way electric really only make economical sense if you have a solar system. It sucks but gas is otherwise very competitive
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Prius prime delivers what I wanted most
Mike Smith, 08/30/2018
2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
I purchased the PRIUS Prime to add a high MPG auto for the daily commute. So far, I have surpassed the rated MPG and the number of miles in electric mode. My average MPG so far while in hybrid mode is 57 and I have averaged 35 miles in electric mode. It achieves and exceeds exactly what I wanted in fuel economy. Where the PRIUS lacks a bit: it only really has a single zone climate control, the large computer screen gets a lot of glare at certain sun angles and needs the ability to tilt a few degrees to correct for this issue, the sun visor does not extend out when rotated to the door window leaving the sun to still hinder your eyesight, acceleration is a bit slow, when accelerating - the engine is quite loud, and there is very little room in the hatchback for storage.
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Thrifty Gem
John Castellano, 08/17/2017
updated 02/20/2019
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Ideal for elderly retired couple that we are - don't do much or go very far. Though range is rated at 25 miles, we routinely get a bit more, mostly low speed and non-highway driving. In seven months of ownership we've used little gas. Should be also ideal for working stiffs who commute 25 miles round trip or 25 miles one-way with the capability to plug into standard 110V receptacle at place of employment. Gas saving was not the driver for buying the Prime but rather to experience the technology before we die at a price we can afford; availability and price precluded the Tesla, Bolt, or others. Having driven the Prime for nearly two years, we are no less happy with it than on day one. The only problem, a faulty charging cable, was under warranty and taken care of by Toyota.
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Excellent commuter car full of great features
Sharon, 08/13/2017
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Premium 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Cons: Acceleration is a bit sad, especially comparing to my previous vehicle which was a WRX. Cargo space is limited because of the battery (can fit large stroller and diaper bag in the trunk, but not much else). Pros: pretty much everything else. The room for passengers is generous. I can fit a rear-facing car seat behind the passenger seat, and my 5'11 husband still has plenty of room up front. After driving over 650 mi, I still have 80% of the gas that the dealer filled the tank with, since I plug in at home and at work. The ride is quiet and comfortable, controls are easy once you get used to them, it's packed with safety features, it has great expected reliability, there's no range anxiety, and it's more luxurious than I expect for the price (heated leatherette seats with lumbar support, huge touchscreen). It's a tremendous value. I was looking for a little commuter car, but the Prius Prime ended up in the same price range after an expected $6500 back in electric vehicle incentives. I get to decrease my carbon footprint, and it's way more affordable than similarly equipped entry level electric vehicles and most other plug in hybrids.
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My Prius Prime Plus -
Freddie E., 08/14/2018
updated 08/19/2021
2018 Toyota Prius Prime Plus 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Yes, fuel economy is great. Daily, my commute is 80 miles both ways. My Prime gets approx. 75 mpg. I believe it includes the 30 miles of pure electric. Tank is only 11 gallons but it sure goes a long way. Yeah, I love it. It is true that it is a little noisy at some speeds and road condition, but it doesn't bother me. Acceleration is sufficient. Hitting the Power button when on hybrid power, really gives the car a boost. And the Eco mode, I hardly use it. Eco mode feel like the car has ED - yeah, erectile, ok you get the message. Now, why does the Plus (lowest model) does not have a lock on the electric cord when car is locked? Why is that a feature only on the upper models? Toyota, shame on you. This is also my first CVT car and I like it. Also true that the engine feels like it is straining when powering the car, but that also doesn't bother me. Overall, I am happy with the car. Oh by the way, the hatch doesn't have a release button inside. Why? I really don't know why. And to close the hatch from the outside, most of the time, you need both hands - and I'm a weight lifter. Love it with all the weaknesses.
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