2027 Toyota Prius Model Review with Prices, Photos, & Specs
Toyota Prius
Key Features
- Starting at $30,050 MSRP*
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine with Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor with 194 horsepower and up to an EPA-estimated 59 MPG city fuel economy rating**
- Audio — Includes six speakers, 8-Inch touch-screen display (12.3-inch optional) with wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto compatibility
- Optional Electronic On-Demand Compact All-Wheel Drive (AWD-e)
- Smart Key System on front doors with Push Button Start
- Available Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
- Standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0)
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto off
About the Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius is an icon, the car that ushered in a new era of efficiency for the whole automotive market. Toyota didn’t rest on its laurels after propelling the Prius to icon status. Instead, the Prius has continued to evolve and today’s Prius is a good-looking and peppy compact hatchback that also just happens to get outstanding fuel economy. It comes very well equipped, especially considering its agreeable starting price. This is especially true of safety equipment, thanks to the standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) suite of advanced safety equipment and driver aids. Good looks, great handling, and loads of standard equipment would be enough to make the Prius an appealing car. Throw in the 55 MPG** combined fuel economy rating and the Prius is unbeatable.
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What’s New for 2027
Just one tiny update has been made to the iconic Toyota Prius for the 2027 model year. Inked (black) is a new exterior color that’s been added to the paint option list for the Prius. Aside from that small update, the Prius returns for 2027 as one of the most successful and popular hybrid models of all time.
Toyota Prius Features
Dynamic Styling
Since its introduction, the Toyota Prius has always been a leader in technology and practicality. Nowadays, it’s a style leader and easily one of the most attractive mainstream cars available. Styling touches like Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights along with available 19-inch alloy wheels set the Prius apart while the available fixed glass roof both looks great and fills the cabin with natural light. The Prius is also engineered with a double-wishbone style multi-link rear suspension to help absorb bumps and stay planted to the road surface. An impressive assortment of vibrant, expressive exterior paint choices helps ensure that your Prius reflects a personality as unique as yours.
Efficient Performance
Helping to make your journey easier on both the environment and your wallet, the Toyota Prius has efficient performance capabilities to help you enjoy every mile. Unlike the competition, the Prius is available with an optional AWD-e system to help you navigate challenging weather conditions without worry. Even your shortest drives will be a rewarding experience thanks to an available EPA-estimated 59 MPG city fuel economy rating**. A configurable 7-inch color Multi-Information Display screen allows the driver to monitor real-time driving information along with ECO-mode fuel savings. Individual drive modes offered in the Prius let you drive with increased throttle response for additional agility upon acceleration, drive solely on battery power for up to one-half mile under certain conditions, and maximize fuel economy.
Interior Versatility
Whether you find yourself carrying cargo, passengers, or even a combination of both — the Toyota Prius is up to the task with its standard 60/40 split-folding rear seats. You’ll have room for all of your gear thanks to 23.8 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats, easily accessible thanks to the power liftback. Even chilly winter mornings are no match for the Prius and its available SofTex®-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats. There are even available heated rear seats, not something you see too often in this segment. All passengers will always be comfortable inside the Prius thanks to the standard smart-flow climate control system with humidity sensor and pollen filtration mode.
Cutting-Edge Tech
Advanced technology has always been a major strength of the Toyota Prius, especially as the world flagship for hybrid technology. But it doesn’t end there. The Prius cabin is stuffed with even more tech – things like available heated rear seats which are typically only found on much more expensive luxury cars. The 360-degree Overhead View and Curb View features make it easy to parallel park with precision and the available 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen simplifies how you see these features. Thanks to the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, a whole suite of safety technologies like lane-keeping assist and automatic high beams come standard.
Trims & Specs
LE (AWD Available)
- Starting at $30,050 MSRP*
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine with Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor with 194 horsepower
- 17-inch alloy wheels with wheel covers
- 8.0-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Safe Exit Assist
XLE (AWD Available)
- Starting at $33,495 MSRP*
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off
- Heated front seats
- Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start
Nightshade Edition (AWD Available)
- Starting at $34,300 MSRP*
- Black with gray stitching SofTex®-trimmed front seats with 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- 19-inch alloy wheels with black finish
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
- Black exterior badging
Limited (AWD Available)
- Starting at $37,065 MSRP*
- Fixed glass roof
- Power liftback
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- 8-speaker JBL® Premium Audio including amplifier
- 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility
*Starting MSRP excludes manufacturer, distributor and dealer options, taxes, title and license and dealer fees and charges. Also includes the Delivery, Processing and Handling of $1,295 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,595 for Entry SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV), $1,595 for Small SUV (RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, bZ, bZ Woodland, C-HR), $1,595 for Mid SUV/Van (4Runner, 4Runner HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander HV, Sienna, Land Cruiser, Toyota Crown Signia), $1,745 for Midsize Pickup (Tacoma, Tacoma HV), $2,195 for Large Pickup/Large SUV (Tundra, Tundra HV, Sequoia). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. Dealer price will vary.
**2027 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.