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2017 Toyota Prius

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Prius.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2017 Toyota Prius is a passenger‑car that uses 0W‑20 engine oil with a capacity of 3.9‑4.4 and is paired with an automatic transmission featuring variable gear ratios. It delivers EPA‑rated fuel economy of 54/50/52 mpg. Within the model’s complaint history spanning 2000‑2026, the 2017 year recorded 101 total owner complaints—chiefly in the Visibility/Wiper area—and three recalls, a figure well below the 2010 peak of 2,819 complaints and near the low of just four complaints for the 2000 model, indicating a relatively reliable year for the Prius.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3.9-4.4OEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy54/50/52 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 140R · 480 CCA battery, OE oil filter 9030169011. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 140R · 480 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnOFFOEM · verified
Tire sizeP195/65R15, P215/45R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5, 7.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter9030169011 alt 04152YZZA6
Engine air filter1780121060
Spark plug9091901298
Battery2880037130
Front wiper blades8522247130 alt 8521247130
Thermostat1632637020 alt 1603137010
Cabin air filter871390R030 alt 8713958010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length178.7 in
Overall width69.3 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Curb weight3064 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined54 / 50 / 52 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Prius of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

10.0–10.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 10.00 sec — 2017 Prime Advanced Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Prime Advanced Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh10.00 sec17.40 sec121 hpFWD
2017Prime Advanced Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh10.10 sec17.50 sec121 hpFWD
2017Prime Advanced Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh10.20 sec17.70 sec121 hpFWD
2017Prime Plus Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh10.30 sec17.70 sec121 hpFWD
2017Prime Premium Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 8.8-kWh10.50 sec17.90 sec121 hpFWD
2017Three Touring Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh10.50 sec17.80 sec121 hpFWD
2016Two Eco Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.8-kWh9.40 sec17.20 sec121 hpFWD
2016Four Hatchback 1.8L I-4 + Elec 0.7-kWh9.70 sec17.40 sec121 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3.9-4.4 of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidUse JWS3324 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity3.5-4.0
Brake FluidDOT 3
Engine CoolantHOAT
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity3.9-4.4
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs20 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts140.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs16 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts36.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub159.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)1000 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerToyota
Spark Plug Gap0.032-0.035 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil TypeND 11 Oil
Standard BCI Group Number140R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance480 cca

Service checks

RPM44-50 @ IDLE OR FUEL PUMP RUNNING. rpm
Residual Pressure21 MIN.: AFTER 5 MINUTES, ENGINE OFF. psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 79; Rear: 79
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .866; Rear: .295
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.002; Rear: 0.006

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
136 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9036 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9030 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 5,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Floor Mat (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect all fluid levels) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAir Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant)
Every 30,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 120,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 2017 the 2017 Toyota Prius recorded 101 complaints, 3 recalls and 1 investigation, placing it in the mid‑range of the generation’s complaint volume. That year’s complaint count is lower than the 179 complaints reported in 2016 but higher than the 35 complaints recorded in 2018, reflecting the tail end of a downward trend that began after the 2010‑2012 peak. The top complaint categories — Visibility/Wiper (20), Service Brakes (8), Unknown Or Other (6) and Fuel/Propulsion System (5) — are consistent with earlier years but do not indicate a new systemic fault. The 12 crash‑related complaints and 2 fire‑related complaints are modest, and the 3 recalls involve only a small subset of vehicles. Given the relatively low overall complaint level and limited recall activity, the 2017 model remains a reasonable used‑car choice, though buyers should verify that any noted brake or wiper issues have been addressed.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
244
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
101
Owner complaints
12 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 101 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper20
Service Brakes8
Unknown Or Other6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Steering5
Electrical System4
Engine4
Vehicle Speed Control4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V579000Electrical System:WiringReported 05/09/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Toyota Prius vehicles. A portion of the engine wire harness connected to the hybrid Power Control Unit (PCU), could contact the cover at… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine wire harness assembly and replace it if damage is found. A protective sleeve or protective tape will be included to…

17V295000Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare TireReported 02/05/2017

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris… Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 244 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev22026-01-07Unknown Or OtherSome 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-TT-0790-252025-08-20Electrical SystemSome customers may experience echoing on the line calling the vehicle when using…
T-SB-0058-23 Rev12025-06-13Electrical SystemThe air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the…
T-SB-0110-20 Rev22024-12-10EngineThis bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev22024-12-06StructureAcid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Prius take?

3.9-4.4 of 0W-20 STARBURST, per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Prius have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Prius get?

EPA figures are 54 city / 50 highway / 52 combined mpg.