Used Toyota Prius c for Sale nearGoldsboro, NC

How much does the Toyota Prius c cost in today's market?

Used Toyota Prius c prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota Prius c's current nationwide average price is $10,954, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $9,628. Recently, prices have held firm or risen year-over-year across the most recent model years.

Is the Toyota Prius c a good car?

Yes — the Toyota Prius c is a strong fit if you want a compact hybrid that emphasizes efficiency, practicality, and everyday value. The all-generations owner rating is 4.3/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its fuel efficiency, compact size for city driving, and overall value, with reliability also coming through as a recurring strength. The Toyota Prius c is also widely appreciated as an easy-to-live-with commuter that suits first-time buyers and shoppers focused on low running costs.

Expert reviews rate the 2014 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up in expert feedback are modest acceleration, limited interior space, and visibility concerns tied to the rear windshield design.

36.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota Prius c models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Toyota Prius c’s fuel efficiency, durability, and practical everyday character as its biggest strengths. It also earns praise for being a sensible compact hybrid that works especially well for commuting and city use.

• Owners rate the Toyota Prius c between 1 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most tied to hybrid-related repair costs and the usual wear items that come with higher-mileage cars.

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

Across all model years, at 58.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The Prius C achieves 53 mpg city/46 highway.

Which Toyota Prius c trim should I buy?

The 2014 Toyota Prius c offers these trims:

• One: The entry trim comes standard with Bluetooth hands-free calling, a fold-down rear seat, USB audio port, and remote keyless entry.
• Two: This trim adds a 60/40 split-fold rear seat, two-tone seat fabric, and a center-console armrest with a storage compartment.
• Three: This trim adds a touchscreen navigation system, Toyota’s touch-tracer display, and push-button start.
• Four: This trim adds fog lights, SofTex heated front seats, and 15-inch alloy wheels.

What Toyota Prius c do most buyers choose?

The Toyota Prius c years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price and condition. They also often attract shoppers looking for a balance of availability, value, and familiar Prius c strengths.

What is the Toyota Prius c's resale value?

The table shows prices moving upward across the listed model years, with one year essentially flat and the others posting positive gains. That pattern suggests the Prius c has maintained solid demand in the used market, especially for the years that continue to command stronger prices.

The 2016 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2014, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Toyota Prius c safe?

• 2014: 7/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota Prius c now?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $10,340. The Toyota Prius c offers a compact, city-friendly feel that makes it especially easy to live with for commuting and everyday errands.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2014 Toyota Prius c compare to the 2014 Ford Fiesta?

Our experts score the 2014 Toyota Prius c 7.3/10 and the 2014 Ford Fiesta 7.7/10. The Prius c leans into hybrid efficiency and lower running costs, while the Fiesta brings a lower average used price and more listings to choose from. The Prius c also has a higher good-and-great deal share, while the Fiesta shows a stronger accident-free share.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.