Used Toyota Prius c buying guide
A used Toyota Prius c typically costs $12,700–$22,000 (2016–2019 cars, November 2026). It has 1 recall in Australia, 1 of them serious (fire risk or loss of power), all with a free fix. Battery warranty: hybrid battery up to 10 years with an annual Hybrid Health Check at Toyota (eligible cars; check the terms). Here's what to pay, what goes wrong and what to check.
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Used Toyota Prius c prices by year
Typical November 2026 prices. Each range spans the versions sold that year, from the base model to the top one; kilometres and condition move a car within it.
2012–20
3.9 L/100 km (claimed).
- 2019$15,300–$22,000
- 2018$14,400–$20,000 (estimate)
- 2017$13,600–$18,000 (estimate)
- 2016$12,700–$16,000
Toyota Prius c recalls in Australia (1)
Every recall has a free fix at a dealer, so a recall doesn't rule a car out. Make sure each one was done: ask for the paperwork or enter the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
- Can lose power Converter soldering fault can stop the 12-volt battery charging, then shut the hybrid system down. (2018 (built Feb to Sep 2018), PRA 2019/17651)
Battery and warranty
Hybrid battery: up to 10 years with an annual Hybrid Health Check at Toyota (eligible cars; check the terms). Hybrid batteries are small and usually last the life of the car, but ask whether the hybrid system has had any warnings, and check the service history. A Toyota hybrid battery costs about $2,500–$3,500 fitted: battery replacement costs.
Running costs
At 250 km a week with NSW prices, a 2012–20 Toyota Prius c costs about $23 a week in petrol.
Checklist for a used Toyota Prius c
- Small and very cheap to run: a great city car. Many are ex-fleet, so check the service history.
- Do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.
- Ask for the service history, and have it inspected before you pay.
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Common questions
How much is a used Toyota Prius c in Australia?
Typically $12,700–$22,000 for 2016–2019 cars (November 2026), depending on the year, version, kilometres and condition.
Does the Toyota Prius c have any recalls?
Yes, 1 in Australia, including 1 serious one (fire risk or loss of power). All have a free fix. Check the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au to make sure they were done.
What is the battery warranty on a used Toyota Prius c?
Hybrid battery: up to 10 years with an annual Hybrid Health Check at Toyota (eligible cars; check the terms). It transfers to the next owner and runs from when the car was first sold, so check how much is left.
Is a used Toyota Prius c a good buy?
It's worth a look if the recalls were done and the price is right. We didn't find a pattern of common faults. No charging needed.
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How we work it out, and our sources
Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at October 2026; check with the dealer.
- Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
- Petrol and diesel: ACCC capital-city averages, 21 October 2026.
- Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
- Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
- Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
- Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.
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