2010 Toyota Prius MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2010 Toyota Prius.
EPA combined fuel economy
50MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
51
MPG
Highway
48
MPG
Engine
1.8L
Cylinders
4
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Midsize Cars
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$1,050
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
300 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 50 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2010 Toyota Prius
- How many MPG does a 2010 Toyota Prius get?
- The 2010 Toyota Prius gets 50 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 51 MPG in the city and 48 MPG on the highway. Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2010 Toyota Prius?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 50 MPG combined, the 2010 Toyota Prius uses about 300 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $1,050 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2010 Toyota Prius?
- The 2010 Toyota Prius returns 51 MPG city and 48 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 50 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 50 MPG good for a midsize cars?
- For a midsize cars, 50 MPG combined is very efficient. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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