How often should you service your Prius?
every 5,000 miles
Toyota recommends obtaining scheduled service for your vehicle every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Are Priuses expensive to maintain?
Over five years, the Prius will cost just $1,406 in repairs and $1,868 in maintenance. On average a small compact sedan costs $1,557 in repairs and $2,304 in maintenance. On average, vehicles cost roughly $1,800 to repair and about $2,600 to maintain, so the Prius is definitely more affordable in those respects.
How often does a 2014 Prius need an oil change?
For oil and filter changes, Toyota recommends every 10,000 miles or one year; whichever comes first. Here is a link to the maintenance booklet that outlines all of the maintenance items for your Prius.
What kind of oil does a 2014 Prius use?
The 2014 Toyota Prius has a 1.8 L 4Cylinder engine that needs 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil, if that is not available then 5W-20 can be used but 0W-20 must be used at the next oil change. The capacity for the car iS4. 4 quarts with a filter and the torque for the drain plug is 27 ft/lbs.
What kind of MPGe does a 2014 Toyota Prius get?
The 2014 Toyota Prius comes as a normal hybrid sedan and a plug-in hybrid that offers the ability to travel short distances solely on electric power. The 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid gets an EPA-estimated 95 combined MPGe (electric + gas)/50 combined MPG (hybrid mode). 2
How many miles does a Toyota Prius go?
The plug-in version operates the same way only it can drive on pure electric at higher speeds, but just for about 11 miles. For those who like a challenge, the Prius can actually top its EPA estimates when driven conservatively by taking advantage of regenerative braking, avoiding hard acceleration and keeping speeds low.
Is the Toyota Prius a good car to buy?
Ever since its introduction, the Toyota Prius has remained a popular go-to for shoppers seeking exceptionally fuel-efficient and green-conscious transportation. The 2014 model represents the third generation of Toyota’s flagship hybrid, offering constant improvements in overall performance and fuel economy.
What kind of power does a Toyota Prius have?
Because the transition between electric motor and gasoline engine is seamless, driving the 2014 Toyota Prius hybrid is a rather benign event. The Prius offers a choice of power modes ranging from pure electric (EV) to performance mode (Power), or the most efficient use of both powertrains (Eco).