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Plug-in hybrid hatchback · 4W · Launched 2023
USD 33,000 - 40,000 / CAD 40,000 - 49,000
≈ ₹30.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
71 km
Battery
13.6 kWh
Top speed
180 km/h
Charge
4 hr
Power
220 bhp
Seats
5
Prius Prime PHEV. US/Canada buyers wanting the best-selling PHEV with class-leading 44-mile EV range and Toyota reliability. Status: currently on sale in US/CA.
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US/Canada buyers wanting the best-selling PHEV with class-leading 44-mile EV range and Toyota reliability
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Toyota in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Toyota has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Toyota has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Toyota has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Toyota has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 13.6 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 71 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 4 hours |
| Fast charge | Level 2 AC ~4 hr (no DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 220 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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Toyota Prius Prime PHEV
USD 33,000 - 40,000 / CAD 40,000 - 49,000
Bottom line
The Toyota Prius Prime PHEV scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: US/Canada buyers wanting the best-selling PHEV with class-leading 44-mile EV range and Toyota reliability. Key strength: 44-mile ev range — best in class for compact phev. Main consideration: no dc fast charging.
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