Toyota Prius Reviews Extol Incredible Fuel Efficiency and Safety Features

U.S. News & World Report notes that the Prius' "phenomenal fuel economy" has attracted millions of buyers, and with EPA estimates of 54-58 mpg city and 50-53 mpg highway, that trend is sure to continue. And when the gasoline engine is running, the cabin remains quiet, according to Edmunds.com. It's a seamless coexistence, with the gas and electric powertrain working in tandem, making for a comfortable ride.

Active Safety Features

The 2017 Prius comes with a host of standard and available safety features, a major pro, says Edmunds.com. Toyota's Safety Sense System includes a Pre-Collision Detection System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Automatic High Beams, and more. The Car Connection points out that the Prius is one of the IIHS' most affordable Top Safety Pick Plus vehicles available.

• Car and Driver: "With its combination of space and efficiency, the Prius is quite compelling…"
• U.S. News & World Report: "The Toyota Prius ranks highly in the crowded and competitive compact car class. Its phenomenal fuel economy has brought millions of buyers into showrooms for past models, and the 2017 Prius will have little trouble continuing this trend, thanks to its fuel efficiency, comfortable ride, and well-appointed interior."
• Edmunds.com: "If fuel economy is a priority when you're shopping for a new car, you can't do much better than the 2017 Toyota Prius. It delivers some of the best mileage of any car on the road, along with the utility of a hatchback and a comfortable, quiet ride."