Specs and Features: 2027 Toyota Prius

Meet the 2027 Toyota Prius at Cloninger Toyota

The 2027 Toyota Prius combines impressive fuel economy, hatchback versatility, and a choice of front-wheel drive or Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive in a five-passenger package. Depending on the configuration, Toyota estimates up to 59 mpg city and 55 mpg combined, while hybrid system output reaches 194 horsepower with front-wheel drive or 196 horsepower with all-wheel drive. For shoppers comparing cars for commuters and fuel-efficient Toyota models, those numbers make the Prius an option worth a close look.

At Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC, shoppers can choose from four 2027 Prius grades: LE, XLE, Nightshade, and Limited. Visit us today to determine which 2027 Prius fits your routine.

Interior Features and Comfort

The 2027 Toyota Prius seats five and provides 91.2 cubic feet of EPA passenger volume. Front/rear measurements are 38.0/36.4 inches of headroom, 55.3/52.8 inches of shoulder room, 54.7/51.7 inches of hip room, and 43.2/34.8 inches of legroom. Cargo capacity with the rear seats upright is a manufacturer-estimated 23.8 cubic feet in the LE and 20.3 cubic feet in the XLE, Nightshade, and Limited, giving these hybrid Toyota hatchbacks useful room for groceries, luggage, work bags, and everyday cargo.

Interior highlights include:

• Dual-zone climate control with pollen filtration
• Power windows with auto up/down
• Center console with armrest and storage
• Cargo-area tonneau cover
• LATCH connectors and tether anchors
• 60/40 split fold-down rear seats (available center armrest)

Every Prius also includes extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, a rear dome light, cargo-area light, and two front and two rear bottle holders.

Features by trim: LE

• Fabric-trimmed front seats
• Six-way manually adjustable driver and front-passenger seats
• SofTex®-trimmed tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Two front cup holders

Features by trim: XLE:

• SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets
• Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support
• Six-way adjustable passenger seat
• Heated front seats
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink
• Illumination Notification
• Two front and two rear cup holders
• SofTex®-trimmed and heated tilt/telescoping steering wheel

Features by trim: Nightshade

• Black SofTex® upholstery with gray stitching
• Carbon-fiber dashboard detailing
• Black doorsills

Features by trim: Limited

• Power liftback
• Driver's-seat memory with two settings
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear seats (optional)
• Digital rearview mirror (optional)

Exterior Styling and Dimensions

At 181.1 inches long, 70.2 inches wide, and riding on a 108.3-inch wheelbase, the 2027 Toyota Prius keeps its footprint manageable for commuting and parking. LE stands 55.9 inches tall with 5.6 inches of ground clearance, while XLE, Nightshade, and Limited measure 56.3 inches tall with 6.0 inches of clearance. Front/rear overhangs measure 38.3/34.4 inches, and front/rear tread widths are 61.7/62.2 inches. The coefficient of drag is 0.27 when fitted with 17-inch wheels.

Exterior features include:

• Heated power-folding outside mirrors
• LED Daytime Running Lights with an on/off function
• LED taillights and stop lights
• Active grille shutter
• Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
• Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers

LE models use 17-inch alloy wheels with wheel covers and 195/60R17 all-season tires. XLE and Limited move to 19-inch alloy wheels with 195/50R19 all-season tires, while Nightshade uses black-finished 19-inch alloys with the same tire size. A tire repair kit is supplied rather than a spare tire.

Available exterior colors include:

• Inked
• Wind Chill Pearl
• Supersonic Red
• Cutting Edge
• Guardian Gray
• Reservoir Blue

Inked is offered across all four grades, while Wind Chill Pearl is also available throughout the lineup. Supersonic Red, Cutting Edge, Guardian Gray, and Reservoir Blue are available on LE, XLE, and Limited. Karashi is exclusive to Nightshade, which also offers Inked and Wind Chill Pearl. Supersonic Red and Wind Chill Pearl are premium paint colors.

Additional exterior features:

• Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams and automatic-off functionality
• Automatic on/off operation (added to lighting functions)
• Fixed glass roof

Nightshade further distinguishes itself with a black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna, blackout badging, black outside door handles, and black bumper trim. LE, XLE, and Limited use color-keyed handles and a standard roof-mounted shark-fin antenna.

Performance Power and Details

The 2027 Toyota Prius uses Toyota's M20A-FXS 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine, built with an aluminum block and head, DOHC 16-valve architecture, and VVT-i. Displacement is 1,987 cc, bore and stroke measure 3.17 by 3.84 inches, and the compression ratio is 14.0:1. The gasoline engine produces 150 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 139 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,400 rpm. It runs on recommended 87-octane unleaded fuel and is paired with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.

Performance features:

• Front permanent-magnet AC synchronous motor
• 111 horsepower/83 kW and 152 lb-ft of torque
• Front-wheel propulsion and regenerative braking
• Lithium-ion hybrid battery
• 222-volt nominal voltage
• 4.08-ampere-hour capacity
• 194 horsepower Total hybrid-system output (FWD); 196 horsepower (AWD)

Electronic On-Demand AWD adds a 40-horsepower, 62-lb-ft interior permanent-magnet rear motor.

For shoppers focused on hybrid Toyota vehicles, fuel economy is one of the biggest Prius advantages. Manufacturer estimates are 59 city mpg/50 highway mpg/55 combined mpg for LE FWD, 54 city mpg/46 highway mpg/51 combined mpg for XLE, Nightshade, and Limited FWD, 56 city mpg/49 highway mpg/53 combined mpg for LE AWD, and 51 city mpg/45 highway mpg/48 combined mpg for XLE, Nightshade, and Limited AWD. Actual mileage can vary.

Additional performance equipment:

• Independent MacPherson-strut front suspension with stabilizer bar
• Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar
• Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
• 34.4-foot curb-to-curb turning circle (LE) or 35.4 feet (XLE, Nightshade, Limited)
• Electronically Controlled Brake
• Ventilated front and solid rear discs
• 11.1-inch front and 11.0-inch rear discs (FWD), 12.0-inch front and 11.0-inch rear (AWD)
• Automatic electric parking brake

Curb weight ranges from 3,097 pounds for LE FWD to 3,340 pounds for Limited AWD. FWD models carry 11.3 gallons of fuel, while AWD versions have a 10.5-gallon tank. The 2027 Prius is certified SULEV 30 with AT-PZEV and Tier 2 Bin 30 emissions classifications.

Technology Connectivity

The 2027 Prius keeps smartphone integration straightforward for commuters. LE, XLE, and Nightshade receive a six-speaker audio system and standard 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia display. That system includes a USB media port, six USB charge ports, and available Digital Key compatibility.

Top technology features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility
• Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility
• Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity
• Toyota Audio Multimedia
• SiriusXM® trial subscription
• 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia display

An eight-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with an amplifier is standard on the Limited trim.

Connected Services:

• Wi-Fi Connect: Up-to-30-day/3 GB trial with an AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming compatibility with Apple Music® and Amazon Music™
• Remote Connect: door locking and unlocking, remote vehicle start and stop, last-parked-location information, vehicle-status checks, and guest-driver monitoring through the Toyota app or a compatible smartwatch
• Safety Connect®: Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator
• Drive Connect: Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” and Destination Assist. LE, XLE, and Nightshade are Drive Connect capable with a paid subscription, while Limited includes a three-month trial.

Five-year trials are included for Service Connect, Remote Connect, and Safety Connect®. Service Connect supplies personalized maintenance and vehicle updates. Network availability, subscriptions, and trial terms apply to connected services.

Driver Assistance Safety Features

Every 2027 Toyota Prius comes with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0, the Star Safety System™, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Safe Exit Alert, an integrated backup camera, and eight airbags. The airbag system includes driver and front-passenger Advanced Airbag System airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side-curtain airbags.

Key safety features include:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Road Sign Assist
• Proactive Driving Assist

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 also includes Automatic High Beams. Beyond that suite, every trim has a Vehicle Proximity Notification System, Rear-Seat Reminder, Tire Pressure Monitor System, engine immobilizer, Hill Start Assist Control, and LATCH child-seat equipment.

Additional safety features:

• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
• Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View during low-speed driving and reverse, plus Curb View
• Advanced Park
• Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Anti-lock Brake System
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Smart Stop Technology®

Together, these standard and available systems give buyers comparing hybrid Toyota hatchbacks a substantial set of assistance technologies for commuting, parking, and family transportation.

See the 2027 Toyota Prius at Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC

If you want a hatchback that pairs up to a manufacturer-estimated 55 combined mpg with five-passenger seating, as much as 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space, and available Electronic On-Demand AWD, put the 2027 Toyota Prius on your shopping list. From LE efficiency to Nightshade styling and Limited comfort, there is a Prius for several types of daily routines. Visit Cloninger Toyota in Salisbury, NC, to learn more about the 2027 Prius in Salisbury, compare available trims, and schedule a test drive.

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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 manufacturer estimates. Actual mileage will vary.