The Toyota Prius is a hybrid, so it requires thin, high-quality synthetic oil.
Recommended Oil Grades
| Prius Generation | Recommended Oil |
|---|---|
| Gen 2 (2004–2009) | 0W-20 |
| Gen 3 (2010–2015) | 0W-20 |
| Gen 4 (2016–2022) | 0W-16 or 0W-20 |
| Gen 5 (2023+) | 0W-16 |
Why Thin Oil?
Hybrid engines:
- Start/stop many times
- Need low friction
- Run cooler
Thin oil improves:
- Fuel economy
- Engine life
- Cold start protection
Recommended Brands
- Mobil 1 0W-20
- Idemitsu 0W-20
- Toyota Genuine 0W-16
Oil Change Interval
Every 10,000–12,000 km for synthetic oil.