Fiat 500L vs Toyota Prius V
The Toyota Prius V is more fuel-efficient at 41 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Fiat 500L. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Fiat 500L | Toyota Prius V | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 269 | 123 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 6 | 5 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 92,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 41 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 32 | 43 and 39 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,950 | $1,650 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 269 complaints for the Fiat 500L and 123 for the Toyota Prius V. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Fiat 500L, 4 for the Toyota Prius V.