Model Review: 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid

Meet the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid at Gettel Toyota Gainesville

The 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid gives Gainesville drivers an efficient way to handle short electric trips without giving up the flexibility of a gasoline engine. Its 220-horsepower hybrid system and EPA-estimated EV driving range of up to 44 miles on select models make it especially appealing among hybrid cars for commuters. Visit Gettel Toyota Gainesville to get a closer look at the Prius PHEV’s passenger and cargo measurements, charging, performance, exterior equipment, technology, safety systems, and available features.

The 2027 lineup includes four trims: SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium. That selection lets buyers move from an efficiency-focused configuration to models with larger wheels, SofTex® seating, upgraded multimedia, premium comfort features, and distinctive Nightshade styling.

Interior: Space and Comfort

The five-passenger 2027 Prius PHEV combines a streamlined hatchback shape with useful everyday space. Passenger volume measures 91.2 cubic feet, while front/rear legroom measures 43.2/34.8 inches. Front/rear headroom is 38.0/36.4 inches, shoulder room is 55.3/52.8 inches, and hip room is 54.7/51.7 inches. Cargo capacity measures 20.3 cubic feet with the rear seats upright and an estimated 26.7 cubic feet with them folded.

Interior highlights include:

• Dual-zone climate control with pollen filtration
• SofTex®-trimmed heated tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
• 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
• Cargo-area tonneau cover
• Fabric-trimmed front seats
• Six-way seat adjustment for front seats

Convenience equipment includes:

• Power windows with auto up/down
• Illuminated vanity mirrors
• Center-console storage compartment
• Rear dome and cargo lights
• Cup and bottle holders
• LATCH connectors

XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium add SofTex®-trimmed seats, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support, and a six-way front-passenger seat. Nightshade gets black SofTex® with gray stitching, carbon-fiber dashboard detailing, and black doorsills. Heated front seats are included on XSE and Nightshade, while XSE Premium adds heated and ventilated front seats, two-position driver-seat memory, and a power liftback. Heated rear seats and a digital rearview mirror are optional on XSE Premium.

Exterior: Styling and Design

At 181.1 inches long and 70.2 inches wide on a 108.3-inch wheelbase, the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid stays conveniently sized for commuting and parking around Gainesville. SE stands 55.9 inches tall with 5.6 inches of ground clearance, while XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium measure 56.3 inches tall with 6.0 inches of clearance. The SE’s turning circle is 34.4 feet versus 35.4 feet for the other trims.

Exterior features:

• LED daytime running lights
• LED taillights and stop lights
• Heated power-folding outside mirrors
• Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers
• Locking charge port with a charging indicator

SE rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with two-tone covers and 195/60R17 all-season tires. XSE and XSE Premium use machine-finished 19-inch alloys with 195/50R19 tires, while Nightshade gets black-finished 19-inch wheels. A fixed glass roof is optional on XSE and Nightshade and standard on XSE Premium, where a solar charging roof is also optional.

Nightshade adds blackout badging, black bumper trim, black exterior door handles, and a black shark-fin antenna.

Available exterior colors include:

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

Nightshade offers Wind Chill Pearl, Inked, and exclusive Karashi. Color availability varies by trim, and Supersonic Red and Wind Chill Pearl are marked as premium colors.

Performance: Power and Fuel Efficiency

Every 2027 Prius PHEV pairs a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor and electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. The gasoline engine produces 150 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque, while the electric motor produces 161 horsepower. Combined hybrid system output is 220 horsepower: a 13.6-kWh lithium-ion battery and 3.5-kW onboard charger support plug-in operation.

EPA-estimated fuel economy:

• City: 53 mpg (SE); 50 mpg (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• Highway: 51 mpg (SE); 47 mpg (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• Combined: 51 mpg (SE); 47 mpg (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• MPGe: 129 (SE); 114 (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• EV range: 44 miles (SE); 39 miles (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• Total range: 600 miles (SE); 550 miles (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)

Performance features:

• Independent MacPherson strut front suspension
• Multi-link rear suspension
• Stabilizer bars
• Electric Power Steering
• 12-inch ventilated front disc brakes
• 11-inch solid rear discs
• Regenerative braking
• Automatic electric parking brake

Charging takes approximately four hours at 240 volts or 11 hours at 120 volts. A Level 1 charging cable is standard, and Toyota recommends a dedicated GFI 15-amp outlet. That combination of electric commuting and gasoline backup helps distinguish the Prius PHEV from conventional Toyota hatchbacks in Gainesville.

Technology: Connected Features

The Prius PHEV keeps its cabin technology easy to reach and compatible with the devices drivers already use.

Top technology features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility
• Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility
• 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia
• Available 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone and music streaming
• Six-speaker or available eight-speaker JBL® Premium Audio

SiriusXM® comes with a three-month trial subscription. An integrated backup camera is standard across the lineup.

Connected Services include five-year trial subscriptions to Service Connect, Safety Connect®, and Remote Connect, plus a three-month Drive Connect trial and up to a 30-day/3 GB Wi-Fi Connect trial.

Drive Connect

• Cloud Navigation
• Google Points of Interest data
• Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota”
• Destination Assist

Remote Connect can support functions such as checking vehicle status, locating the last parked position, and remotely locking or unlocking the vehicle, depending on grade and service availability.

Safety: Driver-Assistance Features

Toyota equips every 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0, the Star Safety System™, eight airbags, and an extensive collection of driver-assistance technologies.

Key safety features include:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Front Cross-Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist
• Safe Exit Alert and Rear-Seat Reminder

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 also includes Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist.

Standard equipment extends to:

• Traffic Jam Assist
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Vehicle Proximity Notification System
• Tire Pressure Monitor System
• Engine immobilizer
• Tire repair kit

Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking is optional on SE and standard on the other trims. XSE Premium can add a Panoramic View Monitor with 360-degree Overhead View and Curb View, as well as Advanced Park.

Star Safety System™

• Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Anti-lock Brake System
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Brake Assist
• Smart Stop Technology®

See the 2027 Prius PHEV at Gettel Toyota Gainesville

For drivers comparing plug-in hybrid Toyota models, the Prius PHEV brings together 220 system horsepower, five-passenger seating, hatchback cargo versatility, and Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0. Visit Gettel Toyota Gainesville in Gainesville, FL, to explore the trims, charging options, and available features, and find the 2027 Prius PHEV that fits your commute.

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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.