Your Prius Used to Get 48 MPG and Now Gets 32. Where Did It Go?
A Prius dropping from 48 to 32 MPG has lost a third of its economy. Here are the real causes in order of likelihood, and what the loss costs per month.
· Updated September 23, 2026
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A Prius dropping from 48 to 32 MPG has lost a third of its economy. Here are the real causes in order of likelihood, and what the loss costs per month.
· Updated September 23, 2026
A Prius that slipped from 48 to 32 mpg burns about $42/month extra at 40 miles a day. Here's the real payback math on a rebuilt pack, by daily mileage.
· Updated September 26, 2026
If your hybrid's gas engine never shuts off at a red light, it's usually warm-up, heat, or a weak pack. Here's how to tell which one you have.
· Updated September 23, 2026
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