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Toyota Prius Review, For Sale, Colours, Models & Interior in Australia

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There wouldn’t be many people who haven’t heard of the Toyota Prius. It’s been on sale since 2001, and more than 20,000 examples have been sold in Australia since, in hatch, fastback sedan, and seven-seat form.

The Prius took the notion of a petrol/electric car into the mainstream, with a huge amount of publicity from well-meaning celebs jumping aboard the ‘green’ wagon. Known as a series hybrid, the Prius uses a four-cylinder petrol engine that combines with a single electric motor to propel the car. The petrol engine can also charge the on-board battery pack, in conjunction with regenerative braking. This technology has also been added to other Toyotas, like the Camry and the Corolla.

Current prices range from $31,020 for the Prius Base (hybrid) to $43,670 for the Prius I-Tech (hybrid).

3.4L/100km (combined)

Hatchback

Automatic

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

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Toyota Prius Seats

The Toyota Prius has five seats with plenty of room for adults in both the front and rear rows. The base Prius has cloth seat trim, while the top-spec I-Tech has leather-appointed seats.

Shown above are seat details for the Toyota Prius 2021.

Toyota Prius Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Toyota Prius varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $31,020 and going to $43,670 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
2022	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO	Price from: $31,020	Price to: $43,670
2021	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO	Price from: $30,140	Price to: $42,350
2020	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO	Price from: $25,850	Price to: $39,600
2019	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO	Price from: $21,230	Price to: $34,760
2018	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO	Price from: $19,690	Price to: $30,800

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Toyota Prius FAQs

I'm in the market to buy a new car and not too sure whether I should go with an electric car or a hybrid?

This is a really topical question right now, and the fear is that you could buy something today that would be technically obsolete next week. However, if you look at the way alternative powertrains (hybrids and EVs) have progressed over the years (and it’s been decades since the Toyota Prius introduced us to the hybrid principle) that hasn’t happened yet. Nor is it likely to.

Obviously, the best way to future-proof your purchase is to buy the latest tech. So that would be an EV. But even then, future EVs will be better than today’s models. That’s just progress for you.

The other factor is how you use your car. If you only drive in an urban setting and can recharge at home, then an EV makes plenty of sense. But if you live or drive in regional areas, then a conventionally powered car remains a valid choice. If your driving is mainly urban running with the odd long-distance trip thrown in, then a hybrid is the one that makes most sense.

As to whether you wait a few months, if you plan to buy a popular make and model, you’ll be waiting anyway. The global shortage of silicon chips as well as manufacturing bottle-necks due to Covid and other factors means that car-makers are struggling to keep up with demand.

Toyota Prius: Key fob replacement

The cost will depend on where you get the replacement, sometimes there are more affordable options than your dealer. You can read more about how to replace your car keys here.

Prius slow to accelerate

The early Prius was a bit dozy from the lights but before you defect you should try the new model, which is more lively.

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Toyota Prius VS The Competition

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Toyota Prius Colours

The Prius can be chosen in seven colours regardless of grade, including white, pearl white, silver, grey, black, blue, and red.

Blue Gem

Crystal Pearl

Eclipse Black

Feverish Red

Glacier White

Graphite

Silver Pearl

To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Toyota Prius.

Toyota Prius Fuel consumption

The Toyota Prius is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Hybrid fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 3.4L/100km for Hatchback

Year	Body Type	Fuel Consumption*	Engine	Fuel Type	Transmission
2022	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 3.4L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: Hyb/ULP	Transmission: CVT AUTO
2021	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 3.4L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: Hyb/ULP	Transmission: CVT AUTO
2020	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 3.4L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: Hyb/ULP	Transmission: CVT AUTO
2019	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 3.4L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: Hyb/PULP	Transmission: CVT AUTO
2018	Body Type: Hatchback	Fuel Consumption: 3.4L/100km	Engine: 1.8L	Fuel Type: Hyb/PULP	Transmission: CVT AUTO

*Combined fuel consumption

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Toyota Prius Boot Space

The base Prius has a 457-litre (VDA) boot capacity, with a space-saver spare wheel under the floor. The top-spec I-Tech has a much larger 502L boot but loses the spare in favour of a repair kit.

Shown above are the boot space details of the Toyota Prius 2021.

Toyota Prius Interior

The Toyota Prius has a spacious interior with a low seating position and tall roofline, space and adjustability is great for front passengers, with storage available in the centre console armrest, glovebox, and large pockets in the doors.

Shown above are interior details for the Toyota Prius 2021.

Toyota Prius Accessories

Standard fit on the Prius are 15-inch alloys, LED headlights and taillights, a 7.0-inch multimedia touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cloth seat trim, a 4.2-inch centrally mounted dash cluster, a wireless phone charging bay, sat-nav, and digital radio. The top-spec I-Tech adds leather seat trim, a head-up display, 17-inch alloys, and a premium audio system.

Shown above are the accessory details for the Toyota Prius 2021.

Toyota Prius Dimensions

The dimensions of the Toyota Prius Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
2022	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1490x1760x4540 mm	Ground Clearance: 130 mm
2021	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1490x1760x4540 mm	Ground Clearance: 130 mm
2020	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1490x1760x4540 mm	Ground Clearance: 130 mm
2019	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1490x1760x4575 mm	Ground Clearance: 130 mm
2018	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1490x1760x4540 mm	Ground Clearance: 140 mm

The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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