2022 Toyota Prius Prime

Anyone can find a 2022 Prius Prime to fit their needs with three trims to choose from, the LE, XLE, and the premium Limited. This midsize hatchback has striking, modern styling that makes it stand out from other cars in this class. Distinctly shaped LED taillights help to define the Toyota Prius Prime from the back of the car while contemporary wing-shaped headlights accent the front.

Unusual vertical LED lighting draws the eye from the hood of the Prius Prime to the multispoke wheels adding to the futuristic appearance of the car. Color choices for this car include Titanium Glow and Supersonic Red.

This powerful plug-in hybrid car pairs a 1.8-liter four-cylinder DOHC gasoline engine with a hybrid electric motor for an output of 121 horsepower and 105 pound-feet of torque. Power is stored in the 351.5-volt lithium-ion battery that gives the Prius Prime a 25-mile electric-only driving range. A continuously variable transmission pairs with the engine and motor to complete the hybrid powertrain.

To charge the battery, simply plug the Prius Prime into your home's charging station or on any charging station across the United States via the port on the side of the car. A charging cable for a 120-volt power outlet comes with all trims of the 2022 Prius Prime.

All three trims of the 2022 Prius Prime come with front-wheel drive. The independent front MacPherson struts, multilink rear suspension system, and front and rear stabilizer bars give the car nimble handling. When you want to switch mode from electric to hybrid, to gasoline, push the buttons from EV, EV Auto, or HV mode to get the most efficient driving experience and performance.

As with all Toyota vehicles, the interior of the 2022 Prius Prime comes with well-appointed interior features. You'll find cloth seats or supple SoftTex material on the two rows of seats that fit up to five people comfortably. Luxury features include heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and a heated steering wheel. You'll find plenty of room for supplies with 36.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the second-row seats folded flat.

Toyota's infotainment system includes a 7-inch touch screen that supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa integration. Move up to the XLE or Limited trim to get an 11.6-inch touch screen with navigation. These two upper trims have a wireless charging pad, a head-up display, and a 10-speaker premium audio system.

Toyota takes safety seriously and adds its Safety Sense 2.0 bundle of driver-assist technology to the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime. Key features include a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, full-speed-range dynamic cruise control, and a lane mitigation system. Advanced driver-assist features include automatic high-beam headlights and road sign assist.