2010 Toyota Prius
US · Hatchback · Midsize Cars
The 2010 Toyota Prius is listed in the US market as a hatchback with hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.8L 4-cylinder
- Power
- 220 hp (164 kW)
- Torque
- 139 lb-ft (188 Nm)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- Seating
- 5 seats
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | |
| Power | 220 hp (164 kW) | |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft (188 Nm) | |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Performance
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.6 s | |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Not available from our sources: Towing capacity, Payload.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Gears.
Dimensions
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 181.1 in (4,599 mm) | |
| Width | 70.2 in (1,782 mm) | |
| Height | 55.9 in (1,420 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (2,750 mm) |
Not available from our sources: Ground clearance.
Weight
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,450 lb (1,565 kg) |
Not available from our sources: Gross vehicle weight rating.
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 50 mpg (4.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 51 mpg (4.6 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 48 mpg (4.9 L/100 km) | |
| Electric range | 44 mi (71 km) | |
| Battery capacity | 13.6 kWh |
Capacity
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | |
| Doors | 5 |
Not available from our sources: Fuel tank, Cargo volume.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 15, 2026.
18V684000: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Toyota Prius and 2012-2014 Toyota Prius V vehicles. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2019. Owners may contact…
Reported October 4, 2018. View on NHTSA
16V487000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Toyota Prius, 2010 and 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, and 2011-2012 Lexus CT200h vehicles. A weld in the curtain shield air bag inflator may crack causing one or both portions of the inflator to eject into the passenger cabin.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install retention brackets to the curtain shield air bags, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota Customer Service Department at 1-800-331-4331.…
Reported June 30, 2016. View on NHTSA
16V396000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with…
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at…
Reported June 2, 2016. View on NHTSA
14V743000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may…
Reported November 19, 2014. View on NHTSA
14V053000: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 Prius vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module (a component of the hybrid system) contains transistors that may become damaged from high operating temperatures. If this occurs, various warning lamps will be illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle will have reduced power…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will update the software for both the motor/generator control electronic control unit (ECU) and the hybrid control ECU, free of charge. If an owner experiences a failure of the inverter before the…
Reported February 12, 2014. View on NHTSA
13V235000: SERVICE BRAKES
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2010 Prius vehicles manufactured March 31, 2009, through October 9, 2009; and model year 2010 Lexus HS250h vehicles manufactured June 19, 2009, through October 9, 2009. Nitrogen gas from a component of the brake booster pump assembly could leak into the brake fluid.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake booster pump assemblies. The recall began on August 7, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Reported June 5, 2013. View on NHTSA
13V014000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain models interspersed through model years 2009 through 2013 as follows: model year 2009-2012 Tacoma, 4Runner, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Prius, and RAV4; model year 2009-2010 Avalon, FJ Cruiser, and Highlander Hybrid; model year 2010-2013 model year Corolla, Sienna and Tundra; model year 2009-2013 Highlander and Venza; model year 2012 Prius…
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. The recall began on March 21, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
Reported January 16, 2013. View on NHTSA
10V039000: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TOYOTA PRIUS AND LEXUS HS250H PASSENGER VEHICLES. CUSTOMERS HAVE EXPERIENCED INCONSISTENT BRAKE FEEL AFTER ABS ACTUATION DURING SLOW AND STEADY APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES ON ROUGH OR SLICK ROAD SURFACES. STOPPING DISTANCES MAY BE INCREASED COMPARED WITH A CUSTOMER'S EXPECTATION FOR A GIVEN PEDAL FORCE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REWRITE THE PROGRAMMING OF THE ABS CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2010, AND IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN LATE MARCH 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 AND LEXUS AT…
Reported February 9, 2010. View on NHTSA
10V035000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY…
Reported February 3, 2010. View on NHTSA
10V036000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Reported February 3, 2010. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 15, 2026
Data verified: October 15, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2010 Toyota Prius have?
1.8L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
How much horsepower does the 2010 Toyota Prius have?
220 hp (164 kW), as listed by our sources.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Toyota Prius?
Combined fuel economy is 50 mpg (4.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
What is the electric range of the 2010 Toyota Prius?
44 mi (71 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.
Is the 2010 Toyota Prius front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
How many seats does the 2010 Toyota Prius have?
5 seats.
How long is the 2010 Toyota Prius?
181.1 in (4,599 mm).
Are there recalls for the 2010 Toyota Prius?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.