2021 Toyota Prius Review: Reliable Small Hybrid With Low Ownership Costs As It Ages

Curtis Forbes on October 10, 2024

I have a 2021 Prius AWD with 233,000 km. Not one issue. Starts even at -40 degrees and everything works as it should. No rattles or lose pieces. Just a solid car. I have driven through muddy roads and a foot of snow and the front air dam xxxxxxsnow and keeps going. Who needs an SUV when you’re driving one of these.

Sandra on July 19, 2022

It’s a great car that has some Power for a little hybrid . The only thing I think can be changed is the charging station on the console needs a better way of keeping the phone charging.

Deborah on July 12, 2022

Yes, I named my Prius PrissyAnn. I had wanted to look into a hybrid vehicle, so stopped at my local Toyota dealer & told the salesman if I was going to buy one, I needed leather/vinyl heated seats & more cargo space than my 2017 Buick Encore, & yet wanted a car that would go interstate speeds & still save me $$ in gas. I test-drove a silver Prius (not my favorite color for a car) but really liked it & bought it. We've taken numerous trips through mountains, back roads & interstates. It doesn't hesitate when getting on the interstate or if I need to get around a truck. It handles remarkably well on dry, wet, & icy roads & is comfortable for my 6-foot husband (my usual passenger) & most of all - I love that I average 55 mpg. I love the technology, I connect my Android & listen to Youtube videos, podcasts, music, Alexa, voice controls for phone calls, & connect to WAZE GPS. I love the cruise control that I can adjust to maintain distance behind the vehicle in front of me. And the lane stability, speed alarms that I can set, and the cameras all around, keep my attention, especially on interstates. Anyway, I've owned it for less than 18 months and have over 33,000 miles on it & it's as good as the first miles I put on it. I really like this car & should have bought one sooner.

Maurin on April 12, 2022

62 miles per gallon. I drive 1000 miles/week. Went from 230/wk in gas to 70$. Much smaller compared to the C-HR i traded in (27 mpg), so not as comfortable for me, but the $ I’m saving on gas more than pays for the monthly payment on the Prius (C-HR was paid off prior to trade-in). 2021 is much less boxy from the back than previous models, and I do like that. The split glass hatch back took about 3 days to get used to, and there is a roll down cover for the cargo area. Love the blindspot sensors on side mirrors, the rear camera, but I hate the radar sensors that without warning slow down the car when using cruise control, but I’m getting used to it and can react before the sudden braking. Overall grade: solid A

Shamu on June 7, 2021

Just bought the new 2021 Prius Limited. This car comes with everything. I wanted the electric storm blue with white and black interior as all black is too hot. Air conditioning in 95 degree weather is just Ok, not freezing cold. In the winter I love the heated seats and heated steering wheel. And the best part is getting 62 miles per gallon. I drive some on the highway but mostly drive in the suburbs, running errands.. I bought this Prius because I love its shape. It looks like a sports car even though it is a hatchback.

First Prius on June 7, 2021

This car is the best. Love the mpg. Use less gas then most of the car I own. Find it easier to drive small cars than big cars now. Love all the safety options.

Pataman on May 23, 2021

I do like the car and it is very comfortable. But, it has a bit of a learning curve. I had a 2012 Prius and it was a very dependable car that didn't have that much of a learning curve. This 2021 is a techy's dream. Unfortunately, I'm still learning how to use it. To say it's frustrating is the understatement of the year.

bud on May 22, 2021

So far this car is surpassing my expectations. I've only owned it for 2 days (less than 100 miles) but it is responsive, reasonably intuitive tech, comfortable, and will help save the planet.

Fully Vaxed on May 13, 2021

I recently replaced a 2008 Prius Touring model with 164,000 miles. The 2021 Prius LE's Dynamic Cruise control, with steering and parking assist, is amazing. It's great to have both Apple Car Play & Android Auto. The only thing I miss about 2008 was all of the extra storage areas. Including 6-handy cup holders, secret drawer, 2-glove boxes & storage under the back deck. I feel like I'm set for 10 + years to wonder what the 2031 model will be like ;-)? I recently drove over 125 miles on the highway at 74 mph and averaged 61.3. MPG by drafting behind a semi using dynamic cruise control!

SaraW on May 4, 2021

I really enjoy this car. My only dislikes are the materials used on the interior are easy to stain and difficult to clean. I like the Apple Car Play.