2019 Toyota Prius review
Toyota Prius highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Thrifty hybrid powertrain
- Available all-wheel drive
- Roomy cabin and trunk
Cons
- Dated and limited infotainment system
- Sluggish acceleration
- Poor visibility for instrument panel
Mileage (EPA estimate)
52 city, 48 highway, 50 combined
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The ultimate road warrior's hybrid hatch
Want a hybrid? These days, you've got plenty of options to choose from. There's an array of choices for just about any preference, from luxury hybrids to small fuel-sippers and even sporty cars powered by a gas-and-electric powertrain. Even with all these choices, you should definitely consider the 2019 Toyota Prius. This is the ultimate road warrior's car—a comfortable vehicle that fuses advanced power technology with the practical benefits of a hatchback body style and a design that has evolved into a modern classic.
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What is new for the 2019 Toyota Prius?
- The Prius is available in a variety of new trims, including the L ECO, LE, Limited, and XLE.
- The Four, Four Touring, One, Three, Three Touring, Two, and Two Eco trims have been discontinued for 2019.
- Prius trims have been upgraded with Automated Parking, Cruise Control, Head Up Display, 4WD/AWD, and JBL Sound System as standard equipment this year.
2019 Toyota Prius trims
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Standard equipment on the base 2019 Prius includes 15-inch wheels, automatic LED headlights, LED taillights, automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and cloth upholstery.
LE
The next trim configuration for the 2019 Prius includes standard equipment such as a rear window wiper, front seatback pockets, a spare tire, parking sensors, and blind-spot monitoring.
XLE
Standard equipment includes 17-inch wheels, automatic wipers, SofTex® simulated-leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver seat, and a wireless charging pad.
Limited
The top-of-the-line Limited trim adds adaptive headlights, a heads-up display, a navigation system, an 11.6-inch touchscreen, and a 10-speaker premium JBL audio system with satellite radio.
5 reasons to buy the 2019 Toyota Prius
1. Simplified, mature styling
Since its initial debut in 1997—and especially during the notable second generation—the Prius has gone through a styling evolution. The 2019 Prius calms the edges and smooths the angles for a lower profile and overall more mature design. Since the start of the current fourth generation in 2016, the Prius style has grown even more sophisticated, but long-time Prius fans need not be worried, the egg-shaped body is still a key touchstone in this hybrid's design philosophy.
2. Less stops at the pump
No matter how nice the styling or comfortable the interior, there is likely one main reason you're drawn to the Prius: fuel economy. The 2019 Prius boasts an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined.
The combination of a hybrid powertrain, aerodynamic design, and low resistance tires makes for a polite fuel sipper. The 2019 base model Prius L Eco sports an EPA-estimated 58 mpg city, 53 mpg highway, and 56 mpg combined.3. Room to stretch and stow
When it comes to comfort and space, the 2019 Prius has plenty to offer. For example, comfortable front seats and a spacious 33.4 inches of legroom in the back give passengers room to move and relax. There's also 27.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats as well. In fact, spacious passenger and cargo room has always been one of the hallmarks of the Prius, and the 2019 model doesn't disappoint—it's more accommodating than ever.
4. Advanced technology in the cabin
The 2019 Toyota Prius makes technology a part of the driving experience. Even on the base L Eco model, high-tech infotainment and connectivity features are plentiful. Some features include keyless start, Bluetooth, a 6.1-inch infotainment touchscreen, three USB charge ports, and more. Higher trims showcase more technology, such as the top-of-the-line Limited trim for the 2019 Prius which features a massive 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment display.
5. Hybrid technology
Since 1997, the Toyota Prius has been a strong contender in the hybrid market. The 2019 Toyota Prius has a 1.8L four-cylinder engine mated to a 53-kWh electric motor that combines for a total of 121 horsepower. Saving that power is a lithium-ion battery pack (nickel-metal hydride for the AWD-e version), and for 2019, there's an available all-wheel-drive system that uses two motors on the rear axle.
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Honda Insight
The 2019 Honda Insight is a compact sedan with a hybrid powertrain. The Insight brings function and practicality to the hybrid buyer. Power comes from a 1.5L four-cylinder engine and an electric motor that combine to produce 151 horsepower. The powertrain in the entry LX model gets an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined.
Standard equipment on the base LX model includes cloth upholstery, a five-inch display for audio, Bluetooth connectivity, and 16-inch wheels. The 2019 Honda Insight EX trim also includes Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity.
The Nissan Leaf Plus is an electric vehicle (EV) that was redesigned in 2018, giving it more power. The 2019 Nissan Leaf gets 214 horsepower and 250 lb.-ft. of torque while boasting an EPA-estimated range of 226 miles (base model).
The 2019 Leaf charging time is an estimated 7.5 hours using a 240-volt outlet. The base model Leaf S gets standard equipment such as keyless ignition, automatic climate control, a five-inch display screen, and more. The Nissan Leaf is based on a hatchback body style.
The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV is based on a hatchback body style. Debuted in 2017, the Bolt has remained largely unchanged since then, only undergoing minor equipment and color adjustments. The EPA-estimated range of the Bolt is 238 miles, thanks in part to a flat lithium-ion battery installed on the car's floor.
Power-wise, the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt delivers 200 horsepower and 266 lb.-ft. of torque. The base model Bolt LT offers standard equipment such as 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth interior, keyless start, an eight-inch information display, and a 10.2-inch touchscreen.Shop with your budget in mind
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Toyota Prius an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Prius 6th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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L ECO 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Entune
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Cloth Seats
- Full Roof Rack
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.8L
Horsepower
121
Torque (ft-lbs)
105
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
11.3
Wheelbase
106.3"
Overall length
180"
Width
69.3"
Height
57.9"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 33.4"
Head room
F 39.4"/R 37.4"
Front tires
P195/65SR15
Rear tires
P195/65SR15
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Toyota Prius FAQ
The 2019 Toyota Prius is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- L ECO: 54 MPG City and 50 MPG Highway
- LE: 54 MPG City and 50 MPG Highway
- XLE: 54 MPG City and 50 MPG Highway
- Limited: 54 MPG City and 50 MPG Highway
The Toyota Prius received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Toyota Prius as 5 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2019 Toyota Prius has received an average 4.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Toyota Prius, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Toyota Prius Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Toyota Prius:
- L ECO
- LE
- Limited
- XLE
- Heated Steering Wheel
More about the 2019 Toyota Prius
Color options
Exterior colors:
Blizzard Pearl
Classic Silver Metallic
Electric Storm Blue
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Midnight Black Metallic
Sea Glass Pearl
Supersonic Red
Interior colors:
Black Fabric
Black SofTex
Harvest Beige Fabric
Harvest Beige SofTex
Moonstone Fabric
Moonstone SofTex
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