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2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 11 miles on electricity (95 MPGe), then returns 50 MPG on gas. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $888 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 21.3 km/L (4.7 L/100 km), or 50 MPG combined: 21.7 km/L in the city and 20.8 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 95 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 51 | 21.7 | 4.6 |
| Highway (gas) | 49 | 20.8 | 4.8 |
| Combined (gas) | 50 | 21.3 | 4.7 |
How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Prius Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · CVT Prius Plug-in Hybrid |
Plug-in hybrid | 90 MPGe + 51 MPG | 102 MPGe + 49 MPG | 95 MPGe + 50 MPG | 540 mi | $888 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 1.8L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 29 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 11 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 1.5 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 94 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 22 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 133 g/mi
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 95 MPGe + 50 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 21.3 km/L (4.7 L/100 km), or 50 MPG combined: 21.7 km/L in the city and 20.8 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 95 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $888 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $5.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.