Model Review: 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid

Meet the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid at Bob Tyler Toyota

The 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid gives Pensacola drivers an efficient hatchback with the flexibility to handle short electric-powered trips and longer drives using its gas-electric powertrain. It produces 220 net system horsepower, offers an EPA-estimated EV driving range of up to 44 miles on the SE, and provides 20.3 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats upright. That combination makes it an appealing choice among cars for commuters, especially if you want to charge at home without depending solely on charging stations for longer trips.

At Bob Tyler Toyota, shoppers can compare four trims: SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium. Visit us at Bob Tyler Toyota or browse inventory online for a closer look at this 2027 model.

Interior Space and Comfort

The 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid seats five and provides 91.2 cubic feet of EPA-estimated passenger volume. Front occupants receive 38 inches of headroom, 55.3 inches of shoulder room, 54.7 inches of hip room, and 43.2 inches of legroom. Rear passengers have 36.4 inches of headroom, 52.8 inches of shoulder room, 51.7 inches of hip room, and 34.8 inches of legroom. Behind the seats is 20.3 cubic feet of manufacturer-estimated cargo capacity, expanding to 26.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

Interior highlights include:

• Dual-zone climate control with pollen filtration
• Heated SofTex®-trimmed steering wheel
• 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
• LATCH child-seat anchors and rear tether anchors
• Power windows with auto up/down
• Cargo-area tonneau cover

Every trim also includes rear dome and cargo-area lighting, a center console with an armrest and storage compartment, and extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors.

Features by trim:

• SE: Fabric-trimmed front seats with six-way manual adjustment for both front occupants, two front cupholders, front and rear bottle holders
• XSE: SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support, a six-way front-passenger seat, heated front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink and a rear center armrest
• Nightshade: Black upholstery and gray stitching, carbon-fiber dashboard detailing, black doorsills
• XSE Premium: Two-position memory function for the driver’s seat, heated and ventilated front seats, a power liftback, available heated rear seats

Exterior Styling and Design

At 181.1 inches long and 70.2 inches wide on a 108.3-inch wheelbase, the 2027 Prius PHEV in Pensacola maintains dimensions that work well for commuting and everyday parking. SE measures 55.9 inches tall with 5.6 inches of ground clearance, while XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium measure 56.3 inches tall with 6 inches of ground clearance. Front and rear overhangs measure 38.3 and 34.4 inches, respectively, and front/rear tread width is 61.7/62.2 inches. The SE has a 0.27 coefficient of drag with its 17-inch wheels.

Exterior features include:

• LED taillights and stop lights
• LED Daytime Running Lights with an on/off function
• Heated power-folding outside mirrors
• Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
• Locking charge port with a charging indicator

SE uses Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights with Automatic High Beams and auto-off. XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium add automatic on/off functionality.

Weights and tires by trim:

• SE: 3,461 pounds; 17-inch five-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels, two-tone covers, 195/60R17 all-season tires
• XSE: 3,516 pounds; 19-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, 195/50R19 tires
• Nightshade: 3,516 pounds; 19-inch black-finished aluminum-alloy wheels, 195/50R19 tires
• XSE Premium: 3,571 pounds; 19-inch machine-finished alloy wheels

A fixed glass roof is optional on XSE and Nightshade and standard on XSE Premium. XSE Premium can also be equipped with a solar charging roof. Nightshade gets its own black exterior treatment with blackout badging, black bumper trim, a black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna, black exterior door handles, and black-finished 19-inch wheels. SE, XSE, and XSE Premium have color-keyed front door handles and a standard roof-mounted shark-fin antenna.

Available exterior colors include:

• Guardian Gray
• Supersonic Red
• Cutting Edge
• Wind Chill Pearl
• Karashi
• Inked

Reservoir Blue is another choice on SE, XSE, and XSE Premium. Karashi is exclusive to Nightshade among the colors listed in Toyota’s product information, while Wind Chill Pearl and Inked are offered across all four trims.

Performance Specs and Equipment

The 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter M20A-FXS Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine, electric motor, lithium-ion battery, and electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. Total hybrid-system output is 220 horsepower. The aluminum DOHC 16-valve engine displaces 1,987 cc, uses Variable Valve Timing with intelligence, has a 14.0:1 compression ratio, and produces 150 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 139 pound-feet of torque. Recommended fuel is regular 87-octane unleaded.

Performance details:

• Permanent-magnet AC synchronous electric motor (161 horsepower, or 120 kW)
• Maximum voltage of DC 650V
• Regenerative braking
• Lithium-ion plug-in hybrid battery (13.6-kWh/51-Ah capacity)
• Battery weight at 284 pounds, or 287 pounds (XSE Premium with available solar roof)
• 3.5-kW onboard charger

Charging takes approximately four hours using 240 volts or approximately 11 hours using 120 volts, and Toyota recommends a dedicated GFI 15-amp outlet for 120-volt charging.

EPA-estimated fuel economy:

• 53 mpg city/51 highway/51 combined mpg (SE)
• 129 MPGe combined (SE)
• 600-mile total driving range (SE)
• 44-mile EV driving range (SE)
• 50 mpg city/47 highway/47 combined mpg (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• 114 MPGe (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• 550-mile total driving range (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
• 39-mile EV driving range (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)

EV Mode can operate under certain conditions at speeds up to 84 mph.

Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with a stabilizer bar and multi-link rear suspension with a rear stabilizer bar support everyday handling. Electric Power Steering uses a power-assisted rack-and-pinion setup. Turning-circle diameter is 34.4 feet on SE and 35.4 feet on XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium.

Braking hardware includes power-assisted ventilated 12-inch front discs and 11-inch solid rear discs with integrated regenerative braking.

Technology Setup and Displays

Toyota gives every 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid wireless smartphone integration and multiple charging options. SE, XSE, and Nightshade come with an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia display and six-speaker audio system, while a 12.3-inch display is optional on XSE and Nightshade. XSE Premium makes the 12.3-inch system standard and pairs it with an eight-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with an amplifier.

Key technology features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility
• Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio streaming
• SiriusXM® three-month trial subscription
• Toyota Audio Multimedia
• Integrated backup camera

Toyota Audio Multimedia also includes a total of six USB ports, plus Qi-compatible wireless charging.

Connected Services:

• Five-year Service Connect trial: Maintenance updates and vehicle health reports
• Five-year Safety Connect® trial: Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Locator
• Five-year Remote Connect trial: Door locking and unlocking, vehicle start and stop, last parked location, vehicle-status checks, guest-driver monitoring through the Toyota app or a compatible smartwatch.
• Three-month Drive Connect trial: Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with “Hey, Toyota,” Destination Assist
• Wi-Fi Connect: AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot, Integrated Streaming compatibility with Apple Music® and Amazon Music™ through an up-to-30-day/3 GB trial

Subscriptions and 4G network availability apply after applicable trials.

Safety Systems and Features

Every 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid comes with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0, along with additional parking, visibility, occupant-protection, and driver-assistance technologies. That broad standard equipment list can be particularly useful for buyers considering 2027 Toyota hatchbacks for commuting or family transportation.

Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 includes:

• 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

Eight airbags are standard, as is the Star Safety System™, which combines Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist, and Smart Stop Technology®. For child safety, LATCH includes lower anchors on both outboard rear seats and tether anchors at all rear seating positions.

Additional features include:

• Automatic High Beams
• Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Front Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane Change Assist
• Safe Exit Alert
• Rear-Seat Reminder
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Vehicle Proximity Notification System
• Tire Pressure Monitor System
• Engine immobilizer
• Tire repair kit
• Traffic Jam Assist (Drive Connect subscription)

Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking is standard on XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium and optional on SE. XSE Premium can add Advanced Park and a Panoramic View Monitor with a 360-degree Overhead View during low-speed driving and reversing, plus Curb View.

See the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid at Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola

For drivers comparing hybrid Toyota vehicles, cars for commuters, and fuel-efficient Toyota models, the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid offers an especially flexible setup: 220 net system horsepower, up to 44 miles of EPA-estimated EV driving range, gas-electric capability for longer trips, seating for five, and hatchback cargo versatility. Visit Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola, FL, to compare the SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium and find the Prius PHEV configuration that works for your daily driving.

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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.