2017 Toyota Prius c Three
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- Photo: 2016 Toyota Prius c One in Magnetic Gray Metallic, Front Left, 07-31-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Prius C LE NHP10 Blue Metallic (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: IRent RDE-6059 right side in front of KFC Taipei NTU Restaurant 20241019 by Solomon203, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 Toyota Prius c One in Magnetic Gray Metallic, Rear Right, 07-31-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Prius C Dashboard Canada by Andrepoiy, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Toyota Prius c Three is a 73-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 with an electronically controlled cvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,375 MSRP and is rated at 46 mpg combined.
It makes 73 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 82 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 48 mpg city and 43 mpg highway (46 mpg combined).
The Prius c measures 158.7 inches long on a 100.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,500 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,375 |
| MSRP with Destination | $23,270 |
| Destination Charge | $895 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.5L (1NZ-FXE) Atkinson-cycle DOHC 16-valve VVT-i Inline-4 Hybrid |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 73 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 82 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled CVT (eCVT) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 48 MPG |
| Highway | 43 MPG |
| Combined | 46 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 9.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 10.0 in. rotor |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum, 9.0 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15-in. alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 15-in. alloy |
| Tires Front | P175/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P175/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 158.7 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 56.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,500 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (11.8 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota PRIUS C. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 2, 2017 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
NHTSA campaign 17V295000
91 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota PRIUS C
Owner Complaints
91 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota PRIUS C (14 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 8 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility/Wiper | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS C. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.