For those navigating the vibrant streets of Denver, the Toyota Prius is an ideal companion, especially given the city’s… commitment to sustainability. With its impressive fuel efficiency, the Prius is well-suited for those who frequently venture into the nearby mountains or explore the scenic trails around the city. Its all-wheel-drive option provides added reliability for tackling Colorado’s occasional snowy conditions, making it a practical choice for year-round driving. Additionally, the quiet cabin allows for a peaceful commute, whether you’re heading to work downtown or escaping to the great outdoors.
However, potential buyers should consider the Prius’s performance in hilly terrains; while it excels in fuel economy, its acceleration could feel sluggish in demanding driving situations. Some drivers may also prefer a more robust lineup of features or a more luxurious feel, which rivals may offer. If you crave a sporty driving experience or more advanced infotainment options, exploring alternative models could be worthwhile. Overall, the Prius shines in versatility and efficiency, making it a solid choice for eco-conscious Denvers, albeit with a few caveats.
EchoPark Automotive Denver (Centennial) (9 mi away)
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Located in Centennial, CO / 9 miles away from Denver, CO
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49 Combined MPG (49 City/50 Highway)
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VIN: JTDADABU1R3016007 Stock: PR3016007 Certified Pre-Owned: No Listed since: 07-16-2025
Located in Denver, CO / 5 miles away from Denver, CO
2017 Toyota Prius Three FWD. Recent Local Trade. Qi Wireless Charging. Two Tone Interior. Toyota Safety Sense: Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Assist & ...
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52 Combined MPG (54 City/50 Highway)
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VIN: JTDKARFU4H3042315 Stock: 31153 Certified Pre-Owned: No Listed since: 04-12-2025
Located in Parker, CO / 15 miles away from Denver, CO
Greenwood Automotive is a local, family owned business in Parker, CO. 2024 Toyota Prius LE 57/56 City/Highway MPG FWD 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, AM/FM radio...
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57 Combined MPG (57 City/56 Highway)
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VIN: JTDACAAUXR3021856 Stock: P021856 Certified Pre-Owned: No Listed since: 03-11-2025
Located in Parker, CO / 15 miles away from Denver, CO
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56 Combined MPG (58 City/53 Highway)
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Located in Longmont, CO / 32 miles away from Denver, CO
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VIN: JTDKARFU3H3039857 Stock: 2025-348 Certified Pre-Owned: No Listed since: 07-15-2025
Located in Denvery, CO / 2 miles away from Denver, CO
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49 Combined MPG (51 City/47 Highway)
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VIN: JTDL9MFU4N3037238 Stock: 2003889410 Certified Pre-Owned: No Listed since: 07-26-2025
Smart car with more buttons than the space shuttle. Excellent example of technology at its finest. Consistent 50+ miles per gallon. Great climate control system. Why my phone has to do the navigation, rather than the Prius Computers, is a total mystery. I had a Gen 1 Prius I loved. My daughter drives it now, (17+ years later). I missed the Prius intelligent layout of the dash board. Most … cars you look down, and through the steering wheel to view the instruments. Prius is better, you can drive the car at night with no dash illumination in your eyes. The "quiet" is wonderful too. No power seats, no power hatch. I miss them for sure. Cruise control is absolutely perfect. The intuitive cruise control lever makes great sense. No looking down to find the right button. Headlights are spooky, as they move to illuminate the most important part of the road, and self level. Big miss is the light color trim on the dashboard. You will wear sunglasses on sunny days, to avoid the blinding glare reflecting off of that nearly white dash. The "CarPlay" system works, but has a "clunky" outdated feel to it. I bought a Prius for the great fuel economy, which requires saving weight. A better choice for me would be to: INCLUDE A SPARE TIRE, and maybe make up the weight by reducing the size of the rear glass. Glass is heavy, and the big back glass, does nothing to improve rear vision, which is only adequate, not great. Another place that the mileage reduction from a compact spare tire could be offset, may be with aerodynamics. Judging by how much dust collects on the rear bumper and hatch apron, I would guess the airflow degenerates into a horizontal vortex in the back of the car. Sure that is only a factor at highway speeds, but when you are looking for tenths of percent increases in mileage, every little thing helps. I think I will go on a diet. If I loose 10 pounds, I will get a few tenths better fuel economy. The other Big Mystery, is the "PRIUS STIGMA". Yes, it does seem to exist. The cars have a more sporty, conventional, look now (need more color choices). They have great acceleration, and an accurate speedometer. Amazingly accurate cruise control. Not sure why my Prius is, "the car to pass". As for me, I pass a Subaru, the ones that constantly go 10 MPH less than the posted limit. If the size works for you, then give the Prius a test drive. My guess is, you will find that things you heard, or maybe thought would be objectionable, were misunderstandings. It is a great car, and if you keep it a few years, the cost to own, and drive, is very reasonable. Addendum for second year: The seats still feel "cheap". The seats are very basic. A Toyota genius could invent a thin aluminum disk wheel with a skinny un-inflated tire, that you inflate with a gas cartridge when you need a spare tire. Thin enough to fit in the spare tire well, despite most of the space being used by the rear wheel electric assist. No excuse for not having a spare tire. A can of goop does not cut it in rural areas. As for the rear wheel drive assist, it works. The OEM "Toyo Nanoenergy" tires, are not snow tires, but the rear assist makes snow driving possible, up to a couple inches of snow. My Gen. 1 Prius was essentially useless on slick surfaces. The XLE AWD-e is a big improvement. I added a "Scan Gauge" so I could get real-time tire pressure monitoring. When you have no spare tire, the "tire low - warning light" comes on too late to be much help. Again... What were you thinking Toyota when you left out the TPMS display? Where I live a few streets have drainage swales, instead of underground culverts. If you cross them at more than 10 mph, the front bumper will bottom out hard. Vigilance required. I have had two "non-essential" fasteners from body molding fall out. Kind of disappointing they were not secure. I replaced them with new fasteners, using thread locker to secure them. All considered, a better city car than a rural car. Even getting 55 mpg, with near zero emissions, I suppose the Prius days are numbered (because) " It still burns gas".
