2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid Review in Lynchburg

Specs and Features on the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid

The 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid gives Lynchburg, VA, drivers a flexible way to combine electric driving with the convenience of a gasoline-powered hybrid for longer trips. Berglund Toyota shoppers can choose from four trims: SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium. Each uses the same plug-in hybrid powertrain while offering different approaches to efficiency, comfort, design, and technology.

The SE prioritizes efficiency and electric driving range, the XSE adds comfort and convenience equipment, and the Nightshade brings distinctive black exterior details. At the top of the lineup, the XSE Premium adds premium cabin appointments and additional available equipment. Whether your routine involves commuting around Lynchburg or heading beyond Central Virginia, the Prius Plug-In Hybrid provides electric capability without making a charging stop necessary for every longer journey.

Interior Space and Comfort

The 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid has two rows, seating for five, and 91.2 cubic feet of EPA passenger volume. Its hatchback layout also gives drivers flexibility when they need to switch between carrying passengers and cargo.

Passenger and Cargo Dimensions

Interior measurements include:

• 38 inches of front and 36.4 inches of rear headroom
• 43.2 inches of front and 34.8 inches of rear legroom
• 55.3 inches of front and 52.8 inches of rear shoulder room
• 54.7 inches of front and 51.7 inches of rear hip room
• 20.3 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats up and 26.7 cubic feet with them folded

LATCH provides lower anchors on the outboard rear seats and tether anchors for all rear seating positions.

Seating and Climate Comfort

The SE has fabric-trimmed front seats with six-way adjustment for both occupants. Upper trims provide additional comfort:

• XSE SofTex-trimmed front seats with an eight-way power driver's seat and power lumbar support
• Nightshade black SofTex-trimmed front seats with gray stitching
• XSE Premium heated and ventilated front seats
• XSE Premium two-position driver's seat memory
• Available heated rear seats on XSE Premium

Dual-zone climate control with pollen filtration and a heated SofTex-trimmed tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel are standard throughout the lineup.

Interior Convenience

A cargo-area tonneau cover, center console with armrest and storage, rear dome and cargo-area lights, power windows with auto up/down, and extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors are standard. XSE Premium adds a power liftback, while a digital rearview mirror is available.

Exterior Design and Colors

The Prius Plug-In Hybrid measures 181.1 inches long and 70.2 inches wide on a 108.3-inch wheelbase. Its low-profile hatchback shape is complemented by different wheel designs and exterior details depending on trim.

Wheels and Exterior Dimensions

Important exterior specifications include:

• SE height of 55.9 inches
• XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium height of 56.3 inches
• SE ground clearance of 5.6 inches
• XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium ground clearance of 6 inches
• All-season tires throughout the lineup

SE models use 17-inch five-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with two-tone covers and 195/60R17 tires. XSE and XSE Premium receive 19-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels with 195/50R19 tires, while Nightshade gets 19-inch black-finished alloys.

Exterior Features and Roof Options

Every trim has a locking charge port with a charging indicator light, heated power-folding outside mirrors, rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers, LED daytime running lights, and LED taillights and stop lights.

The fixed glass roof is standard on XSE Premium and available on XSE and Nightshade. XSE Premium also offers a solar charging roof. Nightshade stands apart with blackout badging, black bumper trim, a black shark-fin antenna, black outside door handles, and its dark-finished wheels.

2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid Colors

Available exterior colors are:

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

2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Performance

Every 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine with an electric motor, lithium-ion battery, and electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. The system sends power to the front wheels and provides several ways to approach daily driving.

Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain

The gasoline engine produces 150 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque. Additional powertrain specifications include:

• 220 net combined system horsepower
• 161-horsepower electric motor
• 13.6-kWh lithium-ion battery
• 3.5-kW onboard charger
• 87-octane unleaded fuel recommendation

The independent MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension each use stabilizer bars. Electric Power Steering provides power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, while braking hardware consists of 12-inch ventilated front discs, 11-inch solid rear discs with integrated regenerative braking, an Anti-lock Brake System, and an automatic electric parking brake.

Electric Range and Charging

The SE offers up to 44 miles of EPA-estimated EV driving range, while XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium models provide an EPA-estimated range of up to 39 miles. EV Mode uses electric power from the traction battery for driving under certain conditions. Depending on factors such as vehicle speed, acceleration demand, battery charge, vehicle conditions, and climate-control use, the gasoline engine may start while EV Mode is selected.

Charging takes approximately four hours with a 240-volt connection or 11 hours using a 120-volt outlet. A Level 1 charging cable for a 120-volt outlet is included. Toyota recommends a dedicated GFI 15-amp outlet.

EPA Estimates and Total Driving Range

Efficiency figures vary by trim:

• SE: EPA estimates of 53 mpg city, 51 mpg highway, and 51 mpg combined
• XSE: EPA estimates of 50 mpg city, 47 mpg highway, and 47 mpg combined
• Nightshade: EPA estimates of 50 mpg city, 47 mpg highway, and 47 mpg combined
• XSE Premium: EPA estimates of 50 mpg city, 47 mpg highway, and 47 mpg combined

EPA-estimated combined MPGe is 129 for the SE and 114 for the other three trims. EPA-estimated total driving range reaches 600 miles in the SE and 550 miles in XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium models.

Technology in the 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid

Toyota separates the trim levels with different multimedia and convenience technologies while maintaining smartphone connectivity throughout the lineup.

Multimedia and Audio

The main display and audio features include:

• 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen on SE, XSE, and Nightshade
• 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen standard on XSE Premium and available on XSE and Nightshade
• Six-speaker audio system on SE, XSE, and Nightshade
• Eight-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with amplifier on XSE Premium
• 7-inch top-mounted Multi-Information Display on every trim

Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility, wireless Android Auto™ compatibility, and six USB-C charging ports are standard. Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging is included on XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium. Digital Key capability is standard on XSE Premium and available on XSE and Nightshade.

Toyota Connected Services

Connected services expand access to navigation, vehicle information, assistance, and remote functionality:

• Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist
• Service Connect with maintenance updates and vehicle health reports
• Safety Connect® with Emergency Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification
• Remote Connect with compatible Toyota app and smartwatch functions
• Wi-Fi Connect with AT&T hotspot and Integrated Streaming compatibility

Trials, subscriptions, 4G network availability, and individual capabilities apply depending on the service.

Toyota Safety and Driver Assistance

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid. The lineup also includes additional systems designed to assist with surrounding-traffic awareness and everyday driving.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

Standard safety features include:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Lane Tracing Assist and Proactive Driving Assist
• Road Sign Assist and Automatic High Beams

Additional Safety and Awareness Features

Every trim also includes eight airbags, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, Safe Exit Alert, Traffic Jam Assist, Rear-Seat Reminder, Hill Start Assist Control, Vehicle Proximity Notification System, and a Tire Pressure Monitor System. Traffic Jam Assist requires a Drive Connect subscription.

Parking Assistance

Parking technology changes by trim:

• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking available on SE
• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking standard on XSE
• Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking standard on Nightshade
• Panoramic View Monitor available on XSE Premium
• Advanced Park available on XSE Premium

The available Panoramic View Monitor provides a 360-degree Overhead View during low-speed driving and reversing, along with Curb View.

Test Drive the 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid

See how the 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid can fit your commute, errands, and longer drives around Lynchburg. Berglund Toyota can help you compare the SE, XSE, Nightshade, and XSE Premium, understand charging options and cost of ownership, and choose the trim that suits your priorities. Schedule a test drive to experience the Prius Plug-In Hybrid from behind the wheel.

*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.