Toyota’s fifth-generation Hybrid Synergy Drive system powers every 2027 Toyota Prius. It combines a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine with one or more electric motors and a continuously variable transmission designed to provide responsive, efficient acceleration.

Front-wheel-drive models generate 194 net combined horsepower. Choosing Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive adds a rear electric motor and increases total output to 196 horsepower. A low center of gravity also helps the Prius feel stable and composed when navigating turns.

• Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive available on every trim
• 0-60 mph in approximately 7.2 seconds with FWD or 7.0 seconds with AWD
• 2.0L Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine paired with electric motor power
• EV, ECO, Normal, and Power drive modes
• 194 net combined horsepower with FWD or 196 horsepower with AWD
• Continuously variable transmission

The 2027 Toyota Prius continues to prioritize fuel efficiency without requiring drivers to give up confident performance. The LE front-wheel-drive model achieves the highest estimated ratings in the lineup, aided in part by its lighter 16-inch wheels.

XLE, Nightshade, and Limited models also deliver competitive efficiency with either drivetrain. Even when equipped with all-wheel drive for improved traction, the Prius remains an economical option for commuting, highway travel, and year-round driving.

• LE AWD: EPA-estimated 53 mpg city and 54 mpg highway
• XLE, Nightshade, and Limited FWD: EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined
• ECO Mode helps conserve fuel during extended highway driving
• Up to an EPA-estimated 57 mpg city and 56 mpg highway with LE FWD
• XLE, Nightshade, and Limited AWD: EPA-estimated 49 mpg city and 50 mpg highway

Wireless smartphone integration and convenient charging options help make the 2027 Toyota Prius cabin easy to use. Standard equipment includes an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and six USB-C ports positioned throughout the interior.

Larger displays and upgraded entertainment features become available as shoppers move through the trim lineup. Limited models add a premium JBL sound system, while select trims offer a 12.3-inch touchscreen and wireless device charging.

• Six USB-C charging ports throughout the cabin
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
• Available wireless device charging pad
• Standard 8-inch touchscreen
• Available 12.3-inch touchscreen on XLE and Nightshade; standard on Limited
• Eight-speaker JBL premium audio system standard on Limited

Every 2027 Toyota Prius includes Toyota Safety Sense, a collection of active driver-assistance technologies intended to improve awareness and support safer daily driving. Cameras and radar sensors monitor lane markings, surrounding traffic, pedestrians, and following distance while the vehicle is in motion.

These systems can assist during highway travel, lane changes, nighttime driving, and potential collision situations. Additional available features can provide greater visibility around the rear and sides of the vehicle.

• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Automatic High Beams
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist

The 2027 Toyota Prius provides seating for five within a streamlined, driver-oriented cabin. Its low dashboard helps create a clear forward view, while the hatchback design offers more flexible cargo access than a traditional sedan trunk.

Rear passengers receive practical space for a compact hybrid, and folding the rear seats creates additional room for longer or larger items. Available comfort upgrades include heated and ventilated front seating on select configurations.

• 60/40 split-folding rear seats
• Seating for up to five passengers
• Available heated and ventilated front seats
• 34.8 inches of rear legroom and 36.4 inches of rear headroom
• 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space on LE
• 20.3 cubic feet of cargo space on XLE, Nightshade, and Limited