XLE FWD
What the XLE adds over the LE
| Spec | LE | XLE |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3365 lbs | 3375 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3365 lbs | 3375 lbs |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation — 11.6-in. touch-screen with split-screen display, AM/FM cache radio, HD Radio™, 6 speakers, USB media port, 2 USB charge ports, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Siri® Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay®, Amazon Alexa compatible, HD Radio™ Predictive Traffic and Doppler Weather overlay, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial. Connected Services — Safety Connect® with 3-year trial., Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light, Quad LED Projector headlights with auto-on/off feature, Smart Key System on three doors with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry, Smart charging cable lock, SofTex-trimmed heated front seats with armrests and seatback pockets; 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 254 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 259.1 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Pedal brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 19.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 111.3 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in |
| Overall height | 57.9 in |
| Overall length | 182.9 in |
| Overall width | 69.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1798 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.8-Liter 4-cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve with VVT-i (Atkinson cycle) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 95 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 55 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 54 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 53 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.4 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 33.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 54.2 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 53 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 33.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | P195/65R15 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3375 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3375 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 15 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 0 opt
- - Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, with low light pedestrian detection and daytime cyclist detection
- Full Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- - Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist and road edge detection with Sway Warning System
- - Lane Tracing Assist
- - Auto High Beams
- - Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- - Road Sign Assist
- Adjustable front shoulder anchors, driver and front passenger seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats
- Star Safety System™ – includes Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST)
- Ten airbags – includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver knee airbag, rear airbags, front passenger seat cushion airbag, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags
- Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS)
- Engine Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment4 std · 0 opt
- 4.2" Color Dual Multi-Information Display with customizable screens including Energy Monitor, Hybrid System Indicator and Eco Score, Eco Savings Record, Drive Monitor, Eco Wallet, Eco Diary, Climate Control, Driver support systems, audio system content, and navigation system content (if equipped)
- Color Head-Up Display (HUD) with speedometer, navigation, Hybrid System Indicator, battery charge, and Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 alerts
- Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation — 11.6-in. touch-screen with split-screen display, AM/FM cache radio, HD Radio™, 6 speakers, USB media port, 2 USB charge ports, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Siri® Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay®, Amazon Alexa compatible, HD Radio™ Predictive Traffic and Doppler Weather overlay, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial. Connected Services — Safety Connect® with 3-year trial.
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on driver-side door with Push Button Start
- 1 front 12V auxiliary power outlet
- Charge cable for 120V outlet
- Power door locks
- Smart Key System on three doors with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry
- Smart charging cable lock
- Power windows with auto up/down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Smart-flow climate control system with air pollen filtration
Seating3 std · 0 opt
- Fabric-trimmed heated front seats with armrests and seatback pockets; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
- 5-passenger seating with 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest with cup holders
- SofTex-trimmed heated front seats with armrests and seatback pockets; 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area light
- Digital instrumentation with speedometer, hybrid system power meter, fuel gauge, odometer, current fuel economy, shift-position indicator, EV/hybrid mode indicator, and drive mode indicator
- Dual sun visors with extenders and illuminated vanity mirrors
- Foot pedal parking brake
- Front door storage pockets with sculpted bottle holders; rear door storage bottle holders
- Rear center console with armrest, storage compartment and two rear cup/bottle holders
- Rear dome light
- SofTex-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, climate, Multi-Information Display and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls
- Soft-touch upper door trim with chrome accent, SofTex-trimmed door armrest area with chrome interior door handles
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
- 15-in. 5-spoke alloy wheels with two-tone wheel covers and P195/65R15 tires
- Charge port with illumination and charging indicator light
- Color-keyed Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna
- Dual wave rear glass design
- Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature
- LED tail and stop lights
- Patterned acrylic grille overlay with Active grille shutter
- Quad LED Projector headlights with auto-on/off feature
- Tire Repair System
- Washer-linked Variable Intermittent windshield wipers
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area lightweight tonneau cover
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Common questions about the XLE
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime XLE add over the LE?
Against the LE, 6 features become standard that the LE does not and 2 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.