What Is The Gas Mileage For A 2026 Toyota Prius?

Known for its fuel-sipping hybrid powertrain, the Toyota Prius is the ideal vehicle for commuting to San Clemente and for extended road trips across the state. Now in its fifth generation, the Toyota Prius and Prius Plug-in Hybrid are the most powerful and fuel-efficient models to date. Explore the 2026 Toyota Prius gas mileage and the 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid fuel economy and driving range in this guide from the team at Capistrano Valley Toyota!

2026 Toyota Prius Gas Mileage Around Dana Point

Whether driving locally or heading out on an adventure, the 2026 Toyota Prius gas mileage varies only slightly across trim levels, with city, highway, and combined mpg ratings remaining consistent. Explore the 2026 Toyota Prius gas mileage by configuration below:

2026 Toyota Prius Gas Mileage

• LE (FWD): 57 mpg city / 56 mpg highway / 57 mpg combined*
• LE (AWD): 53 mpg city / 54 mpg highway / 54 mpg combined*
• XLE (FWD): 52 mpg city / 52 mpg highway / 52 mpg combined*
• XLE (AWD): 49 mpg city / 50 mpg highway / 49 mpg combined*
• Nightshade Edition (FWD): 52 mpg city / 52 mpg highway / 52 mpg combined*
• Nightshade Edition (AWD): 49 mpg city / 50 mpg highway / 49 mpg combined*
• Limited (FWD): 52 mpg city / 52 mpg highway / 52 mpg combined*
• Limited (AWD): 49 mpg city / 50 mpg highway / 49 mpg combined*

2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Gas Mileage Near Laguna Niguel

The 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid offers even more power and range than the standard Prius hybrid. Explore the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid gas mileage ratings, mpge rating, and all-electric driving range below:

2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid MPG Ratings

• SE (FWD): 53 mpg city / 51 mpg highway / 52 mpg combined**
• XSE (FWD): 50 mpg city / 47 mpg highway / 48 mpg combined**
• Nightshade Edition (FWD): 50 mpg city / 47 mpg highway / 48 mpg combined**
• XSE Premium (FWD): 50 mpg city / 47 mpg highway / 48 mpg combined**

2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid MPGe Rating

• SE (FWD): 127 mpge combined**
• XSE (FWD): 114 mpge combined**
• Nightshade Edition (FWD): 114 mpge combined**
• XSE Premium (FWD): 114 mpge combined**

2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid All-Electric Driving Range

• SE (FWD): 44 miles***
• XSE (FWD): 39 miles***
• Nightshade Edition (FWD): 39 miles***
• XSE Premium (FWD): 39 miles***

2026 Prius Stats: Powertrain

A 2.0L gasoline engine and a permanent-magnet electric motor power all 2026 Toyota Prius models. The 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid model features a more powerful electric motor. However, conventional Prius Hybrid models are available with a rear electric motor for Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD). Explore both powertrains below:

2026 Toyota Prius Drivetrain

• Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC w/ VVT-i / 150 hp / 139 lb-ft of torque
• Electric motor: Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor / 83 kW (111 hp)
• Rear electric motor (optional): Interior permanent magnet / 30 kW (40hp)
• Hybrid system net Prius horsepower (FWD): 194 hp
• Hybrid system net Prius horsepower (AWD): 196 hp
• 222V Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
• Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
• Front-Wheel Drive or Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 7.2 seconds (FWD) / 7.0 seconds (AWD)

2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Drivetrain

• Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC w/ VVT-i / 150 hp / 139 lb-ft of torque
• Electric motor: Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor / 120 kW (161 hp)
• Hybrid system net Prius horsepower (FWD): 220 hp
• 650V Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
• Charging time**** (hr.) (120V/240V): ~11:00/~4:00
• Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
• Front-Wheel Drive
• Acceleration: 0–60 mph in 6.6 seconds (FWD)

Find Your Next Toyota Prius At Capistrano Valley Toyota

Now that you know more about the 2026 Toyota Prius gas mileage and the 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid fuel economy and driving range, it’s time to experience them in person. Contact us today to schedule your test drive in a new Toyota Prius or new Prius Plug-in Hybrid at Capistrano Valley Toyota! Our team will review the fuel economy and performance of each variant to help you find the configuration that suits your lifestyle. Save time by getting pre-approved for financing online. 

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* EPA-estimated 57 city/56 hwy/57 combined mpg rating for 2026 Prius LE; 53 city/54 hwy/54 combined mpg rating for 2026 Prius LE AWD; 52 city/52 hwy/52 combined mpg rating for 2026 Prius XLE, Limited and Nightshade Edition; and 49 city/50 hwy/49 combined mpg rating for 2026 Prius XLE AWD, Limited AWD and Nightshade Edition AWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive.See www.fueleconomy.gov.

** EPA-estimated 127 combined MPGe rating for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid SE, EPA-estimated 114 combined MPGe rating for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid XSE, XSE Premium and Nightshade Editions. MPGe is the EPA-equivalent of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric operation. EPA-estimated 53 city/51 hwy/52 combined gas-only MPG rating for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid SE, EPA-estimated 50 city/47 hwy/48 combined gas-only MPG rating for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid XSE, XSE Premium and Nightshade Edition. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

*** EPA-estimated up to 44-mile all-electric driving range when fully charged for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid SE; EPA-estimated up to 39-mile all-electric driving range when fully charged for 2026 Prius Plug-in Hybrid XSE, XSE Premium and Nightshade Edition. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

**** Charging time may be longer using standard 120V outlet. Always plug-in/charge vehicle in accordance with Owner’s Manual. A heavier-duty wall receptacle with GFCI (Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter) and a dedicated circuit are recommended but not required.