One of the main draws or attractions for the Toyota Prius is efficiency. People who don’t want to spend too much on gas, or don’t like the idea of polluting a lot by driving, like that the car’s hybrid powertrain makes the most of every last drop of fuel. It seems only natural that people also have one big question: what kind of gas does a Toyota Prius use?
What Kind of Gas Should You Use for Your Toyota Prius?
Using the wrong kind of gas can negatively impact a car’s fuel efficiency. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates, the 2015 Toyota Prius gets a whopping 51 mpg city, 48 mpg highway and 50 mpg combined. The car can also go an estimated 595 miles on a single tank of gas, which is much farther than quite a few other vehicles.
The fact is that there is a Toyota Prius octane requirement, or the type of fuel that can be put into the tank each time. As an owner, you need to know that rating, otherwise you might put in fuel that could cause issues for the car. To better understand why Toyota requires a certain octane rating for the Prius, it’s key to have an understanding of what octane ratings are.
Several factors help determine the octane required for a specific engine. Among them is the mechanical setup, geometrical configuration, compression ratio, and even the environmental conditions where the vehicle is running. Know that the bigger the number for the octane rating, the better that fuel is at resisting knocking or pinging when the engine is running.
Toyota Prius Octane Rating
The vehicle manufacturer, in this case Toyota, is the one who makes the recommendation on fuel octane rating. If you have the owner’s manual, it lists the Prius gas type. However, if you don’t have it, fear not. According to Toyota, the 2015 Prius needs to be refueled using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87. At many fuel stations, that’s the rating for “regular” gas, but you can look at the label on each pump for the octane rating just to be on the safe side.
Meeting the Prius octane rating is important, if you want the hybrid car to run as it was designed. At the same time, it’s not necessary to give the vehicle a “treat” by using gasoline with a higher octane rating, even on occasion. Doing so won’t magically boost fuel economy or provide any other benefits.
On the other hand, using gasoline with a higher octane rating certainly won’t hurt the Toyota Prius. In some situations, you might not be able to purchase anything with an octane rating of 87, forcing you to go with 89 or higher.
Certain vehicles need gas with a higher octane rating. This could be from using a high-compression engine or advanced electronic controls. With those cars, you can use a lower octane fuel, but it will negatively impact power output and fuel economy. Fortunately, that’s not the case with the Toyota Prius – you can use “regular” gas for the entire life of your vehicle without any adverse effects.
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The Toyota Prius is a ‘gas sipper’ compared to many vehicles, making it a fuel-efficient choice both for city-dwellers and people who travel regularly. Now that you know what kind of fuel your Toyota Prius uses, you can make more confident choices at the gas pump.
Have questions about your Prius’s performance? Call T3 Atlanta! Our friendly staff at our Smyrna and Decatur locations will be more than happy to help you.
care of them, tires should last a fairly long time. If you don’t, you’ll go through tires quickly. Considering how expensive constantly changing out tires can be, this should be on everyone’s car maintenance checklist.
manufacturer’s recommendations. While you’re at it, stick with the type of oil listed there, because that will provide the best protection possible.
carries additional risk. While some thefts do happen during the daytime, you should especially park inside a garage at night.
so it should be stowed where nobody can see it. If you have an SUV or wagon, throw a blanket over the items or get a retractable cargo cover.
Take any pictures you can. Likely you won’t remember everything as it actually was, so photos help. They can also be used as evidence if the other party wants to push for legal action. 
Shopping a few locations could be a good idea. This is especially true if the damage to your vehicle is pretty extensive. You should keep in mind that a lower offer isn’t always a better one, because the shop that goes in low could be cutting corners or not taking into account everything needed for your Infiniti. 
Depending on the exact model, you should be having your Toyota car, truck or SUV thoroughly serviced every 5,000 miles or six months so you can continue a relatively problem-free ownership experience. Exactly what should be done each time by the technicians is laid out in the official Toyota maintenance schedule, which a reputable shop can and will reference and follow exactly. 
away from the brake pedal. Don’t turn on the engine before doing this, otherwise you might need to start over. Next you will want to push down and hold the button that you normally use to reset the trip meters. Depending on which Toyota model you own, it could be the same button that helps you cycle between showing the odometer readout and the two different trip meters. 
Connected to the gear reduction is a linkage, which is what actually moves the wipers back and forth across the windshield. A short cam is the piece that’s attached to the motor’s output shaft. As it spins while the motor runs, a long rod attached to the other end of the cam shifts back and forth. Attached to the other end of the long rod is a short rod, which is what turns the wiper blade on one side of the car (usually the driver’s side). Another long rod connects to the other wiper.
Basically, they’re made of rubber, with metal strips that help them maintain a constant shape. This is so the thin rubber edge that sits against the windshield swipes off water evenly. As the rubber ages, it starts to chip and crack, causing the wipers to leave streaks. Sometimes this streaking is caused by dirt buildup on the wipers, which is why it’s a good idea to clean them when washing your car. 
Most cars come with regular carpeted mats. The problem with these is when the weather turns ugly, they get ugly in a hurry. You can shampoo the carpeting on them, but some grime is tough to get out. Not only that, regular mats might wear out in a hurry if you’re constantly trudging through dirt, mud, snow, ice, salt, etc. 
A tasteful, body-colored rear spoiler can add a nice look to your car. It provides a sporty flair that also sets your vehicle apart from others. Genuine spoilers also fit with the overall look of the car, maintaining the originally feeling instead of looking garish and out of place. 
too technical, there are several gears fixed on two shafts. As the car is shifted into different gears by the driver or a computer, the gears from one shaft engage with the ones on the other. 
causes. Low fluid or the wrong type can cause some bumping sounds. If the transmission is particularly noisy, it could be from serious mechanical damage, such as worn bearings or gears. If the problem includes grinding or shaking, that can be from a worn clutch, maladjustments or other worn components. 
One possible reason for low brake fluid is a leak. It could be present anywhere in the system, which runs throughout the undercarriage. Tracking down a leak can be tricky for someone who doesn’t have the right equipment, experience or training, which is where our techs come in. Ignoring the problem can make it worse, putting you and anyone riding in the car at risk.
We realize you have a busy schedule so let us keep track of your maintenance and service needs for your Lexus. You can depend on T3 Atlanta to keep in contact with you for service reminders. 
Once at our shop, our Service Technician will thoroughly inspect your Lexus and determine what it needs. Our technicians are highly-trained and experienced in Lexus service. 
