Used 2020 Toyota Prius for Sale nearMadison, WI

Compare 2020 Toyota Prius Trims

The 2020 Toyota Prius offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to fully loaded models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $19,617
• Best MPG/MPGe: 58 city / 53 hwy
• Most Popular: LE FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

L Eco FWD — "Who It's For"

The L Eco FWD is the pick for shoppers who want the best value without paying for extra features.

• Avg. market price: $20,906 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 58 city / 53 hwy
• Inventory: 44 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View L Eco FWD listings

LE FWD — "Who It's For"

The LE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded Prius with popular features at an accessible price.

• Avg. market price: $19,617 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 54 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 978 listings
• View LE FWD listings

LE AWD-e — "Who It's For"

The LE AWD-e is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $22,454 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 48 hwy
• Inventory: 44 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View LE AWD-e listings

XLE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and efficiency without going fully loaded.

• Avg. market price: $24,314 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 54 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 313 listings
• View XLE FWD listings

XLE AWD-e — "Who It's For"

The XLE AWD-e is the pick for shoppers who want sporty features and all-wheel drive in a stylish package.

• Avg. market price: $24,639 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 48 hwy
• Inventory: 55 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XLE AWD-e listings

Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded Prius with all the latest tech features.

• Avg. market price: $23,514 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 54 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 181 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Limited FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE FWD

With 978 active listings, the LE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse LE FWD listings

Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $19,617 avg market price — below the lineup median of $22,984 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LE FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — L Eco FWD

The L Eco FWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 58/53 MPG/MPGe.

Browse L Eco FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2020 Toyota Prius cost?

Prices are up 3.49% year-over-year — a sign of continued demand for this model year.

There are 284 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2020 Toyota Prius a good car?

Yes — the 2020 Toyota Prius earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 7.5/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its impressive gas mileage, practicality, cargo space, handling, and value for money. The Prius also stands out for its safety features and everyday usefulness, especially if you want a hybrid that does more than just save fuel.

The main trade-offs are its polarizing design and the lack of some luxury touches, such as GPS and leather seats. The overview frames it as a practical hybrid with versatility, technology, and available all-wheel drive, so it fits you best if efficiency and usefulness matter more than premium flair.

Only 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the better examples may not linger long.

Is the 2020 Toyota Prius reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with repeated praise for practicality, value, and the kind of efficiency you can count on over time. The expert review also emphasizes reliability, efficiency, safety, and economy as core strengths, reinforcing the Prius’ reputation as a low-hassle hybrid.

The cost-effectiveness notes also highlight strong warranty coverage for the hybrid system and battery, which can help reduce long-term ownership anxiety. For used buyers, the main risk is less about the drivetrain and more about finding a well-kept example with a clean history and consistent maintenance.

What should I look for when buying a used 2020 Toyota Prius?

At 64.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re comparing multiple listings at similar prices. Focus on condition, accident history, and whether the car’s equipment matches the trim you want, since the Prius lineup varies meaningfully by trim.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The L Eco comes with 15-inch alloy wheels with wheel covers, automatic climate control, cloth upholstery, push-button start, three USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, and a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility. The LE adds a rear windshield wiper, front-and-rear parking sensors, seat-back pockets, and a tonneau cover for the cargo area. The XLE adds 17-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, synthetic leather upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and wireless device charging. The Limited adds adaptive, self-leveling headlights, a head-up display, satellite radio, HD Radio, and an 11.6-inch touchscreen, but that larger screen loses Android Auto support.
• Powertrain: Every trim uses a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor and battery for 121 horsepower and 105 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, and an all-wheel-drive variant is also available with a second electric motor powering the rear wheels at speeds up to 43 mph. The Prius is smooth at low speeds, and Eco mode is the best balance of performance, efficiency, and quiet operation.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard and includes automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Optional features include blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front-and-rear parking sensors, active park assist, and lane-tracing assist. Some of those features are trim-dependent, so check carefully before you buy.
• Infotainment: The standard setup is a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connectivity, a WiFi hotspot, and three USB ports. The Limited upgrades to an 11.6-inch screen with a portrait layout and split-screen capability, but it lacks Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The Eco trim returns 58 mpg city, 53 highway, 56 combined. The standard Prius returns 54 mpg city, 50 highway, 52 combined. All-wheel drive lowers estimates to 52 mpg city, 48 highway, 50 combined.

Which 2020 Toyota Prius trim should I buy?

The 2020 Toyota Prius is offered in 4 trim levels: L Eco, LE, XLE, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• L Eco: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry point and the best fuel economy, plus the standard tech and safety basics that make the Prius easy to live with.
• LE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds useful everyday upgrades like parking sensors, a rear wiper, and cargo-area convenience without jumping too far in price.
• XLE: Choose this if you want the most comfort-focused balance, with heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, synthetic leather upholstery, and wireless charging.
• Limited: Pick this if you want the most upscale Prius experience, including the larger 11.6-inch screen, head-up display, and premium convenience features, but note the Android Auto trade-off.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard across the lineup, and the available lane-tracing assist is a helpful extra if you want more driver support.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2020 Toyota Prius?

Act selectively, because this is still a seller-leaning market and the better listings may move quickly.

• Deal availability: 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 284 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices are up 3.49% year-over-year.
• Clean inventory: 64.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,066, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2020 Toyota Prius's resale value?

The current average of $21,755 sits slightly above last year's $21,021.

That upward move suggests the Prius is holding buyer interest well, which can help support resale value if you keep the car in good condition. For a future seller, the combination of strong efficiency, broad practicality, and steady demand makes this model year easier to position in the used market than many ordinary compact cars.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2020 Toyota Prius safe?

The 2020 Toyota Prius earns a five-star rating from NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick rating from IIHS.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard, with automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Optional features include blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front-and-rear parking sensors, active park assist, and lane-tracing assist.

One caveat is that the Prius fell short of IIHS’ highest rating because of average scores in the passenger-side small overlap front crash test and headlight testing.

Should I buy a 2020 Toyota Prius or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2020 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2020 if:

• 27.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices are up 3.49% year-over-year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2020 stands out for its dedicated-hybrid efficiency, standard safety tech, and available all-wheel drive.

Consider the 2019 if:

• At $19,967, the 2019 costs less than the current year's $21,755 average.
• It offers practical value with a revised trim strategy and added all-wheel drive.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $21,445, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $21,755 average.
• It adds standard Android Auto across the lineup and broader driver-assistance coverage.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of efficiency, safety, and everyday usefulness, the 2020 is the right target. If price is your top priority, the 2019 can save you money, while the 2021 is the better choice if you want the newer tech and broader standard equipment.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.