Used 2025 Toyota Prius for Sale nearFort Dodge, IA

Compare 2025 Toyota Prius Trims

The 2025 Toyota Prius offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more feature-rich models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $28,726
• Best MPG/MPGe: 57 city / 56 hwy
• Most Popular: LE FWD

Trim Overview

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LE FWD — "Who It's For"

The LE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want the best value without paying for extra features. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $28,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 57 city / 56 hwy
• Inventory: 1,085 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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LE AWD — "Who It's For"

The LE AWD is the choice for those who want all-wheel drive without a significant price increase. It offers a solid mix of features and performance.

• Avg. market price: $30,294 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 53 city / 54 hwy
• Inventory: 74 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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XLE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE FWD is ideal for buyers seeking a well-rounded vehicle with additional comfort features without going overboard on price.

• Avg. market price: $30,538 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 52 hwy
• Inventory: 337 listings
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Nightshade FWD — "Who It's For"

The Nightshade FWD appeals to those wanting a stylish look with a full suite of tech features, all while maintaining a standard price point.

• Avg. market price: $31,835 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 52 hwy
• Inventory: 41 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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XLE AWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE AWD is perfect for shoppers who want a sporty feel with the added benefit of all-wheel drive, making it suitable for various conditions.

• Avg. market price: $33,040 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 49 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 137 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Nightshade AWD — "Who It's For"

The Nightshade AWD is for those who desire a sporty look combined with all-wheel drive capabilities, perfect for adventurous drivers.

• Avg. market price: $34,428 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 49 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 10 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Limited FWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited FWD is suited for buyers looking for luxury features in a standard trim, providing a premium experience without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $33,464 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 52 city / 52 hwy
• Inventory: 169 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is ideal for those who want a fully loaded vehicle with all-wheel drive, making it a great choice for luxury and performance.

• Avg. market price: $36,362 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 49 city / 50 hwy
• Inventory: 81 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE FWD

With 1,085 active listings, the LE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $28,726 avg market price — below the lineup median of $32,437 — 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 57/56 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Toyota Prius cost?

Prices have softened 6.58% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,335 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius a good car?

The 2025 Toyota Prius earns an expert rating of 6.67/10.

The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Toyota’s own framing makes the Prius appealing if you want a hybrid that prioritizes fuel economy, distinctive styling, and easy-to-use technology. The expert review also backs up the car’s strong safety credentials and notes that the current generation finally gives the Prius a more attractive, futuristic look.

The trade-offs are real, though: the review calls out a cramped interior, limited trunk space, and real-world fuel economy that fell short of the EPA estimate in testing. That means you should like the Prius for its efficiency-first mission and style, not because it’s the roomiest or most convincing all-around hybrid.

Good and great deals account for 38.4% of listings, so there is some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius reliable?

The 2025 Toyota Prius is presented as a long-running hybrid nameplate that continues to lean on Toyota’s reputation for efficiency and everyday usability. The expert review describes it as a modern hybrid benchmark, and the safety and technology coverage suggests a well-developed, mainstream product rather than a risky first-year experiment.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard, and the review says it behaved as expected overall. The lane-centering assist can feel argumentative on curving roads, and it may briefly lose its footing near freeway ramps, but the system is otherwise described as agreeable in the Prius.

The review also notes that Proactive Driving Assist can feel intrusive in some Toyotas, though it was more manageable here. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about mechanical drama and more about whether the car’s tight cabin and modest cargo space will still suit your needs over time.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and verify that the car’s condition matches the listing photos and description. Prioritize an inspection of the cabin, rear-seat space, cargo area, and visibility, since those are the areas the review flags as the biggest compromises. If you’re considering a higher-trim car, make sure the equipment you want is actually present, because some features are trim-dependent.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes LE, XLE, Nightshade Edition, and Limited. The Nightshade Edition adds black 19-inch wheels, black exterior trim, and an exclusive Karashi paint color, while the Limited gets the larger touchscreen and more available convenience equipment. The base trims are more stripped in tech, so check carefully for the screen size and connected-services setup you want.
• Powertrain: The standard hybrid setup uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine and an 83-kilowatt electric motor for 194 horsepower. AWD adds a second 30-kW rear electric motor and raises output to 196 hp. The review says the car feels sprightly and zippy enough for highway merging and city driving.
• 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. A surround-view camera system is available on the Limited, and that can be a useful upgrade if parking visibility matters to you.
• Infotainment: An 8-inch touchscreen is standard on LE, XLE, and Nightshade Edition, while the Limited gets a 12.3-inch screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the system supports connected services, though some features require subscriptions.
• Fuel efficiency: The test car averaged 39.2 mpg, while the EPA estimate was 52 mpg in combined driving. That gap is worth keeping in mind if you’re buying the Prius mainly for maximum real-world efficiency.

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 simplest path into the Prius lineup, and it makes the most sense if you want the Prius experience at the lowest entry point. You still get the standard hybrid setup, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, and the 8-inch touchscreen, so it covers the essentials without pushing the price up.
• XLE: This is the best-value choice for many shoppers because it gives you a step up in comfort and equipment without jumping all the way to the top trim. If you want a more polished daily driver and are willing to pay for a nicer experience, this is the trim to focus on.
• Nightshade Edition: This is the style pick. It adds blacked-out exterior details, black 19-inch wheels, and the exclusive Karashi paint color, so it suits you if appearance matters more than maximizing value.
• Limited: This is the most feature-rich version, and it’s the one to target if you want the larger 12.3-inch touchscreen and the most upscale equipment in the lineup.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across the lineup, so you don’t need to move up a trim just to get the core driver-assistance suite.

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

The market looks moderately favorable if you’re a selective buyer.

• Deal availability: 38.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,335 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.58% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $27,867, 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 $29,591 sits slightly below last year's $31,675.

That softer pricing suggests the Prius is currently easier to buy than it was a year ago, which can help you if you’re shopping now. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim rather than assuming the badge alone will protect pricing.

Because the market has moved down, a well-kept Prius with desirable equipment should stand out more than a higher-mileage example with a rough history. If you buy carefully now, you may be better positioned to recover value later.

Is the 2025 Toyota Prius safe?

The 2025 Toyota Prius earns a coveted Top Safety Pick+ nod from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it five-star ratings in all crashworthiness assessments, as well as 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, and Proactive Driving Assist is part of the package as well.

The review notes that lane-centering can feel a bit argumentative on curvy roads and may briefly get confused near freeway ramps. Even so, the Prius still comes across as a very strong safety choice, especially if you value a broad standard driver-assistance suite.

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:

• 38.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.58% compared with last year.
• The 2025 adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look and keeps the Prius focused on style, efficiency, and safety.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $29,863, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $29,591 average.
• It blends style, practicality, and affordability in a way that makes it easy to recommend.

The bottom line: If you want the newer model-year advantages, the 2025 is the better primary target because pricing has eased and inventory is healthy. If you’re shopping strictly on value and find a cleaner or better-equipped 2024 at the right price, that can still be a smart alternative.

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