2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid at Cloninger Toyota

Meet the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid at Cloninger Toyota

The 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid brings together sharp design, impressive electric driving range, and everyday practicality in one smart package. If you’re researching a Toyota PHEV or comparing hybrid models like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or even Lexus electrified models, this Prius Plug-In Hybrid stands out with 220 net system horsepower, up to an EPA-estimated 44 miles of electric driving range, and exceptional MPGe ratings.

At Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC, we’re excited to showcase what’s new for 2026. This 2026 Prius continues to refine the Toyota hybrid system performance with smooth acceleration, confident handling, and a cabin packed with modern technology. Available in SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium trims, there’s a Prius PHEV built for your lifestyle.

Interior Comfort, Space, and Everyday Flexibility

Inside the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid, you’ll find a thoughtfully designed cabin built around the driver. This five-passenger vehicle offers 91.2 cubic feet of passenger volume and up to 20.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up, expanding to 26.7 cubic feet when folded. That means ample cargo space for groceries, sports gear, or weekend bags.

Front headroom measures 38.0 inches, with 43.2 inches of front legroom. Rear passengers enjoy 36.4 inches of headroom and 34.8 inches of legroom, making this Prius PHEV comfortable for everyday driving and longer road trips.

Interior Highlights Include:

• SofTex®-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats (XSE Premium)
• Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support
• Heated rear seats (available on XSE Premium)
• Digital rearview mirror (available on XSE Premium)
• Power liftback (XSE Premium)
• Single-zone climate control with pollen filtration

Additional features across trims include fabric-trimmed seats on SE, heated front seats on XSE and Nightshade, 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with a center armrest, and a heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio and Multi-Information Display controls.

For families, LATCH lower anchors and tether anchors on all rear seats provide secure child seat installation. Between flexible seating and smart storage, this Prius PHEV is ready for daily errands and road trips alike.

Exterior Style that Makes a Statement

The 2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid proves that efficiency and bold design can go hand in hand. With a low roofline, sleek profile, and 0.27 coefficient of drag (with 17-inch wheels), this Prius Plug-In Hybrid looks as modern as it feels behind the wheel.

Depending on trim, you’ll ride on:

• 17-inch alloy wheels with covers (SE)
• 19-inch machine-finished alloy wheels (XSE, XSE Premium)
• 19-inch black-finished alloy wheels (Nightshade)
• All-season tires (195/60R17 or 195/50R19)
• LED taillights and LED daytime running lights
• Bi-LED projector headlights with automatic high beams

XSE Premium adds a solar charging roof option, while Nightshade features blackout badging, black bumper trim, black door handles, and a black shark-fin antenna.

Available exterior colors include:

• Guardian Gray
• Supersonic Red
• Cutting Edge
• Wind Chill Pearl
• Midnight Black Metallic
• Reservoir Blue

With its athletic stance and sharp details, this Prius PHEV feels worlds apart from the standard Prius models of years past.

Hybrid Performance Power

Under the hood, the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid pairs a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder gas engine with Toyota’s advanced hybrid powertrain. The result is a combined 220 net system horsepower, giving this Prius PHEV quick acceleration and confident highway merging.

Key performance specs include:

• Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
• Front-wheel drive
• 13.6-kWh capacity lithium-ion battery pack

This 2026 model supports up to an EPA-estimated 44 miles of EV mode driving on SE trims and up to 39 miles on XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium. You can drive in EV mode at speeds up to 84 mph under certain conditions.

EPA-estimated fuel economy reaches 53 city/51 highway/52 combined mpg on SE trims, with up to 127 MPGe combined. XSE and higher trims achieve 50 city/47 highway/48 combined mpg and up to 114 MPGe.

Charging is convenient:

• Approximately four hours on 240V
• Approximately 11 hours on 120V

With up to a 600-mile total driving range on SE, this Prius PHEV is built for both daily commutes and longer drives.

Warranty and ToyotaCare Coverage

The 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid is backed by:

• Three-Year/36,000-Mile Comprehensive Warranty
• Five-Year/60,000-Mile Powertrain Warranty
• 10-Year/150,000-Mile Hybrid Battery Warranty
• ToyotaCare complimentary maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles
• 24/7 roadside assistance with unlimited mileage for three years

That’s peace of mind you can count on.

Test Drive the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid in Salisbury, NC

If you’re ready to experience hybrid efficiency, impressive electric driving range, and bold design in one smart package, the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid is waiting for you at Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC. View specs, explore trims like Hybrid XSE and XSE Premium, check out our latest specials, and contact your local dealer to schedule a test drive today. Your next electrified Toyota is here and ready to drive.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.

* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.