2022 Toyota Prius Prime Full Review | The Best Value Plug-In Hybrid?

2022 Toyota Prius Prime Plug-In Hybrid review. We review and test drive the 2022 Hyundai Toyota Prius Prime Plug-In Hybrid to find out if it is the best value plug-in hybrid car you can buy. If you are buying a 2022 Toyota Prius Prime, make sure to watch this review.

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[emhth]

I’ve had the base model about 4 months now. I’m 53 years old and I’m starting to think this is the best thing I’ve ever bought. I absolutely love this car. It’s incredible. The Prius engineers deserve better recognition for these last 20 years. Just incredibly reliable car

[VishnuKamath]

One Tip, if you are on driving on the highway, then always use hybrid mode. Save EV for stop and go traffic on the highway or the city.

[richardmccombs]

I bought one and love it! In full hybrid I have been getting mid 60 mpg at 70-75 mph ( highway) . Around town I generally don’t drive more than the ev range so no gas is used. My current tank has a 1/4 tank left in it and I have gone 896 miles, my Scottish blood smiles at that. It’s smooth, keeps up with traffic, takes hills fine, just a brilliant little car.

[coalakida]

My girlfriend bought this car, I was not thrilled with the choice but seeing that 64 mph to the gallon on the dash and being being able to fit a full size coffe table in to the car was mind blowing for the guy at Value City. The car has grown on me, and understand the praise the car gets. The Ultra 21 Connects and she gets the Emails and phone popups on the display, , which is awesome. Yelp app was a no go. Other than that, she lovessss it.

[dodgecummins]

If I am alone in the car, driving conservatively, I get 33-34 miles on electric. Four people in car with the AC on, I will get 25 miles. I never thought I would buy a hybrid, but with CA gas prices and having solar on my home, I pay virtually nothing to drive 18k a year. In hybrid mode only, I have gotten as much as 88 mpg. I don't care about looks or technology. I just care about getting from point A to point B. My ongoing MPG average is 220 MPG using both electric and hybrid combined. 11 gallons of gas gets me 2000-2400 miles between fill ups. I love this weird looking car.

[srmbeats]

Just bought one. I was driving a paid for 8 cylinder to work about 45 miles one way, plus some small trips in between my return home. When I did the math on what I was paying for gas, I found I was spending enough for a car payment. So when I found I could get this car for about what I was already paying for gas, it was a no brainer! Ten days driving this car and have not yet visited the gas station! Great Deal! If this keeps up, I’ll be looking like a total genius! 😁

[xHHSGx]

Forget power, luxury, super looks. It's a smart buy, amazing for your wallet, and even better for the planet.

[coloradoboo]

We love my wife's 2017 Toyota Prius 2 so much I recently replaced my old beater commuter car with a 2021 Prius. After trying, unsuccessfully, to locate a Prime for a month, I settled for an AWD version and, wow, it's getting 65 mpg. (Way better than the 15 mpg in my Tundra)

[JapanoiseBreakfast]

For folks wondering about 2021 vs 2022: There's basically no difference. Get whichever is cheapest.

[AarmOZ]

One thing I hate about hybrids is how loud the engine sounds when trying to accelerate. It feels they often use too small of an engine to help get extra great fuel economy.

Since the Prius was designed from the ground up to be a highly fuel efficient hybrid, the engine was better chosen for this car and it doesn't sound angry or like it is dying. Must say, this is a great and relaxing commuter vehicle!

[nbrown]

I bought this car 3 years ago, and am very happy with it. The efficiency is incredible, the plug in hybrid concept gives the best of both worlds (90% driving in electric mode with no sacrifice to available range). Passengers are often surprised at how much power it has in electric mode. Comfort, quietness, sound system are great. There is very little changed on later versions than mine - except for fixing minor weaknesses. I would buy it again, and I don’t really understand why it is not one of the most popular cars on the road.

[JustaLamborghiniCountachWhoCom]

I like how people look at horsepower as a negative factor. Bro, it doesn't have to go 0-60 in 1 second, it's a car, it gets you to where you need to go.

[billyrock]

Excellent factual car review. Very clear presentation and sound advice. Well done! 👍

[rogeremnett]

I have a 2018 Prius Prime and after watching your video they have changed very little. I totally agree that the big screen layout is poor but I have learned to live with it. I live in a city of approximately 50, 000 and as far as I know I have the only Prius y Plugin. When I purchased the car I found it hidden on the back of their lot where it had bin for several weeks. I find it unbelievable that they are not marketed aggressively in cities of this size as it is the perfect car for out lifestyle. We are retired and do not take long trips any longer by car. Most of the driving that we do is local and in the EV mode. I checked the other day and in the three years we have had the car we have only bought gas 5 time. We have 12, 000 miles on the car and I would estimate that the maximum miles on the engine is under 2000. I love the EV mode and am very happy that I was able to make it through three winters without visiting a gas station. While the cold does reduce he EV Miles to about 25 that is still good enough for our purposes. As you have said it is the perfect car for the time and I can't understand why they are not selling more around this area.

[Henrymacky]

Bought a 2017 Prius Prime new, it now has over 100, 000 miles! Only thing replaced on it was tires, next year going to have to replace the tires again. Just checked the 12 volt battery, it still checks fine, but probably will replace to be on the safe side. Changed oil and filters and did required maintenance, runs like new, rarely use gas (only on long trips) everything works and no squeaks or rattles. Was expensive, but very well built and with the tax credit, you can't go wrong, especially if you take care of the car and keep it for a long time.

[glennhamilton]

Love my 2020 Prime. I get 133 mpg with my use schedule being able to charge every night and I keep my trips to 25 miles every day. In the winter and summer I can live off the battery when I rest on trips for heating or A/C. Really love this car! I will buy another and put this one in my Fl home for winter use! Built like a tank!

[stefan]

To my opinion the plug-in version looks better, than the regular hybrid. It's an interesting, good looking car! Thanks for the review Shari, well done!

[connyburow]

Just bought this 2022 Prius Prime LE and I am in love! Getting a new outlet installed in my carport to start the future of EV cars. Slowly... but surely.

[shupinglan]

I bought a Prius prime when it first came out. Still loving it!

[TrendingHeadlinesTV]

I have this 2022 Prime XLE and I love it! So far I’m averaging 96mpg! Crazy! Amazing warranty of 8 yrs 100, 000 bumper to bumper on the gas engine, 10 yr 150, 000 on all of the electrical hybrid portion. Huge value for the price!