Used 2025 Toyota Prius for Sale nearChicago, IL

Compare 2025 Toyota Prius Trims in Chicago, IL

The 2025 Toyota Prius offers a blend of efficiency and technology, with the LE FWD being the most accessible option for budget-conscious shoppers.

• Starting at $26,500
• Best MPG/MPGe: 57 city / 56 hwy
• Most Popular: LE FWD

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LE FWD — "Who It's For"

The LE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want great fuel economy without paying for extra features. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $26,500 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 57 city / 56 hwy
• Inventory: 60 listings
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XLE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE FWD is the choice for buyers seeking a fully loaded experience with advanced features and a stylish design.

• Avg. market price: $28,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 52 hwy
• Inventory: 9 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XLE FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE FWD

With 60 active listings, the LE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $26,500 avg market price — below the lineup median of $27,745 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — LE FWD

The LE FWD leads the lineup with an impressive MPG/MPGe of 57/56.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Toyota Prius cost?

Prices have softened 6.50% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,480 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius a good car?

The 2025 Toyota Prius earns an expert rating of 6.7/10.

The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

The Prius fits best if you want a hybrid with a strong identity, stylish design, and easy-to-use technology. It also stands out for its great safety ratings and distinctive look, including the new Nightshade trim for 2025.

The trade-offs are real, though: the interior is cramped, the back seat is especially tight, and cargo space is limited. Real-world fuel economy can also fall short of expectations, which matters if efficiency is your main reason for shopping the Prius.

With 40.6% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market gives you some room to shop carefully.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius reliable?

The 2025 Toyota Prius is presented as a long-running hybrid with a strong reputation for efficiency and durability, and the expert review also emphasizes its dependable hybrid identity. Toyota’s hybrid powertrain is described as sprightly and easy to live with, and the car’s safety and technology systems are framed as well integrated for everyday use.

The performance write-up also notes that the Prius is enjoyable to drive in a predictable way, with responsive handling and comfortable highway cruising. On the cost side, Toyota’s connected services include long free periods for Service Connect and Safety Connect, which can help reduce early ownership friction.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that a neglected example could leave you with a car whose real-world efficiency and everyday usability feel less impressive than expected.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Toyota Prius?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 88% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free status does not replace a proper inspection. Pay close attention to cabin condition, rear-seat space, cargo-area wear, and visibility-related features, since those are the areas most likely to affect your day-to-day satisfaction.

A pre-purchase test drive should also confirm that the hybrid system feels smooth and that the driver-assistance features behave the way you expect in traffic and on the highway.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes LE, XLE, Nightshade Edition, and Limited. The base trim uses the smaller 8-inch touchscreen, while the Limited gets the larger 12.3-inch display standard.
• Powertrain: The standard hybrid setup pairs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine with an electric motor for 194 horsepower. AWD adds a second rear electric motor and raises output to 196 hp.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard and includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is also standard.
• Infotainment: Toyota Audio Multimedia is standard, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim. The standard screen is 8 inches on LE, XLE, and Nightshade Edition, while the Limited gets 12.3 inches standard.
• Fuel efficiency: The test car averaged 39.2 mpg, while the EPA estimate was 52 mpg in combined driving.

Which 2025 Toyota Prius trim should I buy?

The 2025 Toyota Prius is offered in 4 trim levels: LE, XLE, Nightshade Edition, and Limited.

Here's the short version:

• LE: This is the entry point if you want the Prius experience at the lowest starting point in the lineup. It gives you the core hybrid setup, standard Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, wireless smartphone integration, and the standard 8-inch touchscreen.
• XLE: This is the best-value choice if you want a more upscale feel without jumping all the way to the top trim. It keeps the Prius formula intact while opening the door to more equipment and the larger touchscreen option.
• Nightshade Edition: This is the style pick. It adds black 19-inch wheels, black exterior trim, and exclusive Karashi paint, so it suits you if you want the Prius to stand out visually.
• Limited: This is the trim to choose if you want the most equipment, including the larger 12.3-inch touchscreen standard and the available surround-view camera system.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across the lineup, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is also included.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Toyota Prius?

This looks like a buyer-friendly market if you are willing to compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 40.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,480 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.50% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 88.0% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $27,854, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Toyota Prius's resale value?

The current average of $27,939 sits slightly below last year's $29,880.

That price movement suggests the Prius has softened enough to help you buy more selectively today. If you plan to sell later, the current market shows that pricing can move down when supply is healthy and shoppers have alternatives.

For a future seller, that means condition and trim choice will matter a lot. A clean, well-equipped example should hold up better than one with visible wear or a less desirable configuration.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius safe?

The 2025 Toyota Prius earns a coveted Top Safety Pick+ nod from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and it earns five-star ratings in all crashworthiness assessments from NHTSA, along with a four-star rating for rollover resistance.

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

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard and includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is also standard.

Proactive Driving Assist is part of the safety suite as well, and the test car also had front and rear parking sensors plus automatic low-speed braking. A surround-view camera system is available on the Limited.

Should I buy a 2025 Toyota Prius or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 40.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 88% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.50% compared with last year.
• The 2025 adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $28,940, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $27,939 average.
• It blends style, practicality, and affordability for everyday use.

The bottom line: The 2025 is the better pick if you want the newest version with a broader market of used listings and a lower average price. If you are shopping strictly on value, the 2024 still makes sense, but the 2025 gives you more room to find the right deal.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.