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What is the best year for a used Prius?
Although gas prices have come back down recently, I realized how much I actually spend on gas when the prices go up dramatically. As a result, I’m going to make the switch to a hybrid—but more than likely, a used one. What is the best model year for a Prius?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
However, some years stick out more than others. According to consumers and critics, the best years for a
Toyota Prius
are the fifth generation.Made from 2015 to 2021, the fifth generation of the Prius has the fewest reported mechanical issues. These model years also include upscale features and some major improvements in terms of features—such as an upgraded infotainment system, improved
safety ratings
and safety specs, and better customer feedback than other options.If you don’t mind a pared-down version of the Prius, the first generation also garners great reviews, albeit without the tech that you’d find in modern iterations of the Prius.
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