2026 Toyota Prius Trims Comparison
Which 2026 Prius trim does Edmunds recommend?
Every Prius trim level offers strong value, but the features per dollar peak is the midlevel XLE. As an added benefit, some key items from the range-topping Limited are available on the XLE, allowing buyers to choose what's important to them without committing to the full price tag of the Limited.
2026 Prius trim level differences
The 2026 Toyota Prius is a small hatchback available in four trim levels: LE, XLE, Nightshade and Limited. Each has a hybrid powertrain combining a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor to produce 194 horsepower. Front-wheel drive is standard. All-wheel drive is optional, bringing a second electric motor at the rear wheels and increasing output to 196 horsepower. A plug-in hybrid version of the Prius, called the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Keep reading for our breakdown of the significant features you get with each Prius trim level.
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Compare 2026 Prius trims side-by-side
Vehicle | Prius LE | Prius XLE | Prius Nightshade | Prius Limited |
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Vehicle | LE 2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
4 for sale near you | Editors' Pick XLE 2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
5 for sale near you | Nightshade 2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
6 for sale near you | Limited 2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
8 for sale near you |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | optional | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | cloth | leatherette | leatherette | leatherette |
Heated seats | Not Available | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | Not Available | optional | optional | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Country of final assembly | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
Drivetrain | ||||
Engine power | 194 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 194 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 194 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 194 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
Engine torque | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
Tire size | 195/60R17 | 195/50R19 | 195/50R19 | 195/50R19 |
Wheel size | - | - | - | - |
Wheel type | alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 57 / 56 / 57 MPG | 52 / 52 / 52 MPG | 57 / 56 / 57 MPG | 52 / 52 / 52 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 11.3 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 644 / 633 miles | 588 / 588 miles | 644 / 633 miles | 588 / 588 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 34.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. | 35.4 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,097 lb. | 3,164 lb. | 3,164 lb. | 3,219 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 5.6 in. | 6.0 in. | 6.0 in. | 6.0 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. |
Height | 55.9 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. | 56.3 in. |
Length | 181.1 in. | 181.1 in. | 181.1 in. | 181.1 in. |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in. | 108.3 in. | 108.3 in. | 108.3 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 23.8 cu. ft. | 20.3 cu. ft. | 20.3 cu. ft. | 20.3 cu. ft. |
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | - | - | - | - |
Front Head Room | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. |
Front Leg Room | 43.2 in. | 43.2 in. | 43.2 in. | 43.2 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.3 in. | 55.3 in. | 55.3 in. | 55.3 in. |
Rear Head Room | 36.4 in. | 36.4 in. | 36.4 in. | 36.4 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 34.8 in. | 34.8 in. | 34.8 in. | 34.8 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 52.8 in. | 52.8 in. | 52.8 in. | 52.8 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $36,924 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.49 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Depreciation | $11,253 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Financing | $5,773 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Taxes & Fees | $4,302 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Fuel | $4,566 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Insurance | $5,121 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Maintenance | $5,177 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Repairs | $732 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Light Gray, cloth Gradient Black, cloth | Light Gray, leatherette Gradient Black, leatherette | Black, leatherette | Light Gray, leatherette Gradient Black, leatherette |
Exterior | Midnight Black Metallic Cutting Edge Guardian Gray Wind Chill Pearl Supersonic Red Reservoir Blue | Midnight Black Metallic Cutting Edge Guardian Gray Wind Chill Pearl Supersonic Red Reservoir Blue | Midnight Black Metallic Wind Chill Pearl Karashi | Midnight Black Metallic Cutting Edge Guardian Gray Wind Chill Pearl Supersonic Red Reservoir Blue |