Model Review: 2027 Toyota Prius

Meet the 2027 Toyota Prius at Gettel Toyota of Lakewood

The 2027 Toyota Prius gives Lakewood Ranch drivers an efficient hatchback without asking them to give up useful power, passenger space, or everyday technology. Its fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System produces 194 horsepower with front-wheel drive or 196 horsepower with available Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, while the LE FWD carries an EPA-estimated 55 mpg combined rating.

At Gettel Toyota of Lakewood in Lakewood Ranch, FL, shoppers can choose from four Prius trims: LE, XLE, Nightshade, and Limited. Visit us today to get a detailed look at what each Prius offers.

2027 Toyota Prius Interior

The 2027 Prius seats five and provides 91.2 cubic feet of EPA passenger volume. Front/rear measurements include 38/36.4 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 is a manufacturer-estimated 23.8 cubic feet in the LE and 20.3 cubic feet in XLE, Nightshade, and Limited models.

Interior Highlights Include:

• Dual-zone climate control with pollen filtration
• Center console with armrest and storage compartment
• Cargo area tonneau cover
• Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
• LATCH lower anchors and tethers

Interior features by trim: LE

• Fabric-trimmed front seats
• Six-way-adjustable driver and passenger seats
• SofTex®-trimmed tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Two front cup holders
• Four bottle holders
• 60/40 split fold-down rear seats

Interior features by trim: XLE

• SofTex-trimmed front seats
• Eight-way power driver’s seat with lumbar support
• Heated front seats
• Heated steering wheel
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
• Illumination Notification
• Rear center armrest

Interior features by trim: Nightshade

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

Interior features by trim: Limited

• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Two-position driver’s-seat memory
• Power liftback

Heated rear seats and a digital rearview mirror are optional on Limited.

2027 Toyota Prius Exterior

Among Toyota hatchbacks in Lakewood Ranch, the Prius combines its sloping profile with useful dimensions for daily driving. It measures 181.1 inches long and 70.2 inches wide on a 108.3-inch wheelbase. LE models stand 55.9 inches high with 5.6 inches of ground clearance, while XLE, Nightshade, and Limited models measure 56.3 inches high with 6 inches of clearance. Front/rear tread width is 61.7/62.2 inches, and the coefficient of drag is 0.27 with 17-inch wheels.

Exterior features:

• Heated power outside mirrors
• LED daytime running lights
• LED taillights and stop lights
• Active grille shutter
• Tire repair kit

Nightshade-specific details:

• Blackout badging
• Black door handles
• Black bumper trim
• Black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna

LE models use 17-inch alloy wheels with covers and 195/60R17 all-season tires. XLE and Limited models step up to 19-inch alloys with 195/50R19 tires. Nightshade receives 19-inch black-finished wheels.

Additional features include:

• Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers
• Washer-linked variable intermittent wipers
• Bi-LED projector headlights with Automatic High Beams and automatic on/off operation

Available Exterior Colors:

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

Nightshade is also exclusively available in Karashi and can be ordered in Inked or Wind Chill Pearl. Supersonic Red and Wind Chill Pearl are premium paint colors.

2027 Toyota Prius Performance

The Prius makes a strong case for shoppers researching fuel-efficient Toyota models and cars for commuters. Its 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine produces 150 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 139 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. The hybrid system raises total output to 194 horsepower in FWD models and 196 horsepower in AWD versions. A lithium-ion battery has a 222-volt nominal voltage and 4.08-Ah capacity, while the front permanent-magnet AC synchronous motor contributes 111 horsepower and 152 lb-ft of torque.

Performance specs:

• Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission
• Available Electronic On-Demand AWD
• Additional 40-horsepower (AWD)
• Additional 62 lb-ft of torque (rear motor)
• Independent MacPherson-strut front suspension
• Multi-link rear suspension

This 2027 model also comes with stabilizer bars in the suspension systems, electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, and an Electronically Controlled Brake system. Front ventilated discs measure 11.1 inches on FWD models and 12 inches with AWD, while 11-inch solid rear discs and an automatic electric parking brake are standard.

EPA-estimated fuel economy:

• LE FWD: 59 city/50 highway/55 combined mpg
• LE AWD: 56 city/49 highway/53 combined mpg
• XLE, Nightshade, Limited FWD: 54 city/46 highway/51 combined mpg
• XLE, Nightshade, Limited AWD: 51 city/45 highway/48 combined mpg

FWD models hold 11.3 gallons of fuel, while AWD models hold 10.5 gallons.

2027 Toyota Prius Technology

The 2027 Prius keeps frequently used information and connectivity close at hand. Its standard top-mounted gauge display shows speed, drive modes, fuel-economy information, trip data, outside temperature, rear-seatbelt status, warning messages, and customizable vehicle information.

Top Technology Features:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility
• 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system on LE, XLE, and Nightshade
• Available 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia system
• Six-speaker audio system on LE, XLE, and Nightshade
• Eight-speaker JBL® Premium Audio on Limited
• Bluetooth® hands-free calling and music streaming

Toyota Audio Multimedia includes a USB media port, six USB charging ports, SiriusXM® with a three-month trial, and smartphone integration. Wi-Fi Connect includes an available AT&T hotspot and Integrated Streaming compatibility, with up to a 30-day/3GB trial.

Every trim also includes:

• Five-year trial of Service Connect
• Five-year trial of Remote Connect
• Five-year trial of Safety Connect®

Drive Connect capability is available by subscription on LE, XLE, and Nightshade, while Limited receives a three-month trial. Drive Connect includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” and Destination Assist.

2027 Toyota Prius Safety

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 is standard throughout the 2027 Prius lineup, giving every trim a substantial set of driver-assistance systems. The standard Star Safety System™ also includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, an Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist, and Smart Stop Technology®.

Key Safety Features:

• 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

Automatic High Beams are also part of Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0.

Additional safety features:

• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Safe Exit Alert
• Rear-Seat Reminder
• Vehicle Proximity Notification System
• Integrated backup camera
• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking

Limited buyers can add a Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View, low-speed drive and reverse views, and Curb View. Advanced Park is also available through a package on Limited.

See the 2027 Toyota Prius at Gettel Toyota of Lakewood

For shoppers comparing 2027 Toyota cars at Gettel Toyota of Lakewood, the 2027 Prius brings together high fuel economy, available AWD, flexible hatchback cargo space, modern connectivity, and standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0. Visit our dealership in Lakewood Ranch, FL, to compare LE, XLE, Nightshade, and Limited models and find the Prius configuration that fits your commute, family needs, and driving priorities.

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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 EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.