2018-2022 Toyota Prius Body Quality and Reliability

The Toyota Prius has gained popularity in the New Zealand market due to its exceptional fuel efficiency and reliability. It is also known for its spacious interior, and sleek design. The Toyota Prius is great choice for people who want to save money on fuel. It locally rivals with the Honda Insight, Nissan Note Hybrid and Honda Fit Hybrid. This article covers the 2018 Toyota Prius, 2019 Toyota Prius, 2020 Toyota Prius, 2021 Toyota Prius and 2022 Toyota Prius.

Exterior Quality

Body Quality

• well-built, solid, and sturdy body
• Durable materials
• Good fit and finish
• Susceptible to dings and scratches
• The plastic bumpers can be damaged easily

Rating 4/5

Rims type

Steel Rims

• Durability
•  Are prone to rusting
• Corrosion-resistant
• Prone to dents
• Inexpensive to replace

Rating 3/5

Alloy Rims

• Corrosion-resistant
• Strong and durable
• Can be damaged by potholes or curbs

Rating 4/5

Chrome Finish 

• High-quality and durable finish

• Can be susceptible to scratching
• Can fade

3/5

Side mirrors

• Durable
• Are made of glass and plastic
• Power folding may malfunction

Rating 4/5

Paint quality

• Long-lasting paint

• Resistant to chipping and fading

• Paint Bubbling may occur
• Paint may peel

3/5

Interior

Upholstery

• Comfortable and supportive
• Cloth seats can be hot in warm weather
• Materials wear out after some time.

Rating 4/5

Other Equipment

AC system

• Can be expensive to repair
• Energy-efficient
• The air conditioner can be noisy on low settings.
• The air conditioner can be a bit weak on hot days

Rating 4/5

Navigation

• The system can be slow to respond at times
• The display may not have very high resolution
• May be difficult to translate from Japanese to English

Rating 3/5

Entertainment

• Lacks some features found in competing systems
• Can be slow to respond
• Not as user-friendly as some other systems on the market.

Rating 3/5

Dashboard

• Clear and concise information display
• High-quality materials
• The center stack can be a bit cluttered
• Some of the buttons are small and can be difficult to press

Rating 5/5

Suspension

Suspension

• Smooth ride over bumps and uneven pavement
• Can be a bit bouncy at times
• Not as sporty as some other cars
• Can be noisy at high speeds

Rating 4/5

Drivetrain

• Not very powerful
• Low maintenance costs
• Good acceleration for a hybrid car
• Susceptible to body roll in corners

Rating 3/5

Engines

• Excellent fuel economy
• Reliable
• Slow acceleration

Rating 4/5

Electrical and Sensors

• Sensors are reliable and long-lasting
• Clear and concise feedback
• Can be expensive to repair
• Can be annoying if they beep too often

Rating 3/5