https://www.edmunds.com/toyota/prius-c/2017/st-401696204/cost-to-own/
True Cost To Own*
$25,784
*Based on a 5-year estimate with 15,000 miles driven per year.
https://www.edmunds.com/toyota/corolla/2017/st-401668011/cost-to-own/
True Cost To Own*
$25,898
*Based on a 5-year estimate with 15,000 miles driven per year.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2014/07/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-toyota-prius/index.htm
It’s one of the least expensive cars to own
Not only does the Prius save at the pump, but overall, the sleek hybrid is among the most affordable cars to own. When factoring in depreciation, fuel cost, loan interest, insurance premiums, sales tax, and maintenance and repairs, the Prius adds up to an ultra-thrifty $0.47 a mile. Compare that number with the anti-Prius—the BMW 750Li—at $1.77 per mile, and you’ll see why the Prius “green” isn’t just about saving gas but also saving cash.
And that doesn’t even take account of Prius’ extreme longevity.
Ten year cost to own and operate:
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2016/06/top-10-cheapest-cars-to-maintain-over-10-years.html
The proof there’s no pro-Prius bias: “It would be interesting to see if those costs rise once the batteries need replacing.”
... Priuses have been around 15 years. That’s more than 10 years, the timeframe of the study. Prius batteries last longer than non-Prius cars.