2009 Toyota Prius MPG and Fuel Economy
On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 2009 Toyota Prius.
The 2009 Toyota Prius has a 202V Ni-MH electric motor which is charged via standard charger.
All MPG estimates are "MPG equivalent". This is a conversion of electric energy consumption to a gasoline equivalent.
Whether you are considering a purchase of the car, or just wanting to find out how economical and environmentally friendly (or un-friendly) your 2009 Toyota Prius is, we have the information you need.
🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 2009 Toyota Prius Get?
First off, the most commonly asked question. A 2009 Toyota Prius gets up to 48 miles per gallon in the city, and 45 miles per gallon on the highway.
The combined average MPG for the 2009 Toyota Prius is 46 miles per gallon.
💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 2009 Toyota Prius?
The estimated fuel costs for the 2009 Toyota Prius is $1,350 per year.
That value has been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.
If you were to compare a 2009 Toyota Prius to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will save $4,750 on fuel.
🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 2009 Toyota Prius Consume?
The 2009 Toyota Prius will consume roughly 6 barrels of petroleum per year, using the standard estimate of 15,000 miles per year.
The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.
Overview
The table below covers all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 2009 Toyota Prius.
| City MPG | 48 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 45 |
| Combined MPG | 46 |
| Save/Spend vs Average Car | Save $4,750 |
| Fuel Cost | $1,350 |
| Fuel Type 1 | Regular |
| Electric Motor | 202V Ni-MH |
| ATV Type | Hybrid |
| Barrels of Petroleum | 6 |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Vehicle Class | Midsize Cars |
| Start/Stop? | Yes |
| Supercharged? | No |
| Turbocharged? | No |
Related Toyota Models from 2009
If you're interested in other Toyota models from 2009, you can find them in the table below. You can click the model link to find miles per gallon and emission information for that model.
| Model | Combined MPG |
|---|---|
| 4Runner 2WD | 18 |
| 4Runner 2WD | 17 |
| 4Runner 4WD | 17 |
| 4Runner 4WD | 15 |
| Avalon | 23 |
| Camry | 23 |
| Camry | 25 |
| Camry | 25 |
| Camry Hybrid | 34 |
| Corolla | 25 |
| Corolla | 25 |
| Corolla | 30 |
| Corolla | 30 |
| FJ Cruiser 2WD | 18 |
| FJ Cruiser 4WD | 16 |
| FJ Cruiser 4WD | 17 |
| Highlander 2WD | 20 |
| Highlander 2WD | 22 |
| Highlander 4WD | 19 |
| Highlander Hybrid 4WD | 26 |
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