It brings black inch wheels for front-drive models and inchers with black lug nuts for all-wheel-drive examples. Inside, heating for the steering wheel and front seats comes standard. The base model provides everything you need as well as some niceties such as passive entry on the driver's door and adaptive cruise control. The Prius's hybrid powertrain doesn't deliver thrilling or even amusing acceleration, which is a shame. Several competitors prove that acceptable performance needn't be sacrificed in the pursuit of world-beating fuel economy.
Nor does the Prius offer much in the way of driving enjoyment or refinement. All-wheel-drive models feature an electric motor that functions separately from the hybrid system and powers the rear wheels.
Braking is a common gremlin for hybrid vehicles, which use a mix of regenerative and friction braking. Inconsistent or numb feedback from the brake pedal as we experienced in the Prius is often the trade-off and, combined with the low-rolling-resistance tires that most hybrids wear, can make for longer braking distances than what we see from similar-size nonhybrid vehicles.
Standard features include inch wheels, cloth seats, a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and full-speed dynamic radar cruise control. No option packages are available. Additional options include a power tilt-and-slide moonroof, inch wheels, color head-up display, adaptive front lighting, and auto-leveling headlights.
The XLE trim is our pick of the lineup for its long list of additional comfort features. A semi-gloss black center console dresses up the interior. The Hyundai Ioniq has a four-trim lineup that adds leather seats and a power driver's seat earlier in the trim ladder.
The Kia Niro has an 8-inch standard touchscreen but offers less standard safety features. The Honda Insight offers only two trims, so you have limited choices. Loan payments reflect the national market average, based on the sale prices of similar vehicles and APRs sourced from financial institutions. Shoppers are paying 0.
The Prius is powered by a 1. Front-wheel-drive models have one electric motor and a 0. All-wheel-drive models get two electric motors and a 1. There's net system horsepower, which is a modest figure. The Prius will get you up to highway speeds but not with any sense of urgency. Acceleration is better at low speeds. Handling is dull with minimum feedback from the steering wheel. This highway cruiser is focused on fuel economy, not on driving enjoyment.
Road and wind noise are well muted. The suspension system is solid, smoothing out rough pavement and uneven road surfaces. Commuters will find it an easygoing choice for the daily drive. The Hyundai Ioniq and Kia Niro both offer more horsepower with more aggressive acceleration. The Honda Insight has the most horsepower of the bunch and the most responsive driving experience.
The Environmental Protection Agency estimates the Toyota Prius will return 54 mpg in the city and 50 mpg on the highway. The Hyundai Ioniq has better fuel economy figures, especially in the Blue trim. The Honda Insight has comparable fuel economy but lower figures for its Touring trim. The Kia Niro comes in lower across its lineup. The Toyota Prius has seating for five people. Though there's enough room for three in the back, the seats are not exceptionally comfortable.
Whoever gets stuck in the middle won't want to be there for long. Rear headroom and legroom are tight for taller passengers. Front seats are supportive with good adjustability, even with the standard manual seats. This choice is ideal for anyone with a long commute. The fabrics are of good quality, and the synthetic leather on higher trims is a nice upgrade. When it comes to cargo, there's up to The hatchback makes it easier to stow larger items and helps this sedan swallow cargo like a crossover.
The Honda Insight and Hyundai Ioniq have much less cargo room with more rear legroom. Our Toyota Prius Maintenance Cost Estimator shows how much you are likely to spend, and the probabilities of a major repair over 10 years. This assumes a month loan with an APR of 4. Financing costs are a vehicle cost that you can control. Your interest expense can be greatly reduced by changing your loan term, improving your credit score , or increasing your down payment.
If you don't know your credit score, or haven't checked in a while, it's completely free on Credit Karma. Our Toyota Prius Loan Calculator allows you to build a loan that's best suited for you. This handy utility will also help to keep you from becoming upside down, where you end up owing more than the vehicle is worth. You can estimate monthly payments and download the full amortization schedule as well.
We've highlighted some typical loan scenarios in the table below. See what a difference a larger down payment will make in lowering your financing costs and your monthly payments. These figures also reflect current EPA estimates. Fuel costs will vary based on your driving style, fuel prices in your area, and the engine that will be in your vehicle. I will definitely use him again.. Edvin 22 years of experience. Request Edvin.
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