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2011 Toyota Prius consumer reviews

$23,520 starting MSRP
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(153 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.7
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Great value, reliability and consistency

I absolutely recommend this car if you need a workhorse to drive you back and forth and not to die on you. A couple things about this car --- 200k miles with multiple total-loss level accidents because my jobs at the time had me on the road most days. Still running strong. I just took it on an interstate road trip and it doesn't miss a beat. This car is hard to kill. I don't know how this thing was built by Toyota but it is seriously impressive value for the money. Worth literally every penny for what I've squeezed out of it so far. Cons: the disrespect you get is insane. I've driven other cars and the hate that this car receives in particular is laughable. Also the performance is ridiculously bad, which everyone knows. One way to sum this up, I had a friend of mine once say, "It's hard to look another man in the eye while getting out of a Prius."

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Needs improvement

Had a 2005 Prius greatest car I've ever had. Someone ran a red light and totaled it. Gen 3 Prius 2011 Toyota was crazy and replaced the seats in it and they are extremely uncomfortable. Overall good car center console I don't know why they changed all this stuff up.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Don't buy 2011 Toyota Prius

Had to replace the battery which was over $3000, ABS and traction control issues were $3100 plus other various maintenance Makes this car undesirable if you ask me. Purchase price was $11000 and I have spent over $8000 in repairs over the last 3 1/2 years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Burning oil hybrid system problems check engine li

Bad experience with hybrid Toyota burning oil hybrid system problems check engine light and lots more little problems no more Toyota’s trash for me 🤮 I!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Runs as advertised

We like it, and will purchase a newer model of the same vehicle when we make our next automotive purchase. It meets our needs quite well.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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50 MPG...Says it all! Savv $ Save the planet.

Amazing mileage, you'll forget the last time you filled up, and, you'll be amazed how cheap it is to "fill up". Not the most comfortable ride. Handles great. Lots of accelration power. The V model with Technology Pkg is amazing. Radar cruise, parks itself. Loaded with goodies.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I’m in love with my Prius

This car has the smoothest drive, minimal road noise, and amazing fuel economy. I don’t think I’ll ever own anything but a Prius again. I love it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Entirely Trouble-Free, Smooth and Quiet

Over 8 1/2 years and 71k miles I've replaced wiper inserts, headlamp bulbs, 12V battery and tires. Everything else is original and works. Fuel mileage is superb--45 mpg running errands in Michigan winter to 48 mpg on summer road trips to 55 mpg commuting in the summer.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best modern conveniences!

Love driving the car and best gas mileage! Great stereo sound! Dealership services are great! I would buy this car again. Stuck in traffic this car will keep you in comfort!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable and Economical Car I've Ever Owned

This was my second Prius. My first was totaled in a rear-end collision. Both were very reliable vehicles. I never had a repair, just regular maintenance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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