LE FWD
What the LE adds over the L Eco
| Spec | L Eco | LE |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3010 lbs | 3040 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3010 lbs | 3040 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 58 mpg | 54 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 56 mpg | 52 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 53 mpg | 50 mpg |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Bi-LED projector low and high-beam headlights with auto off feature, Color-keyed outside door handles, Color-keyed roof-mounted shark-fin antenna, Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat, Matte black center console with armrest and storage compartment, Smart Key System on driver's door with Push Button Start, Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls, Upper door trim with chrome accent, soft-touch door armrest area with chrome accent interior door handles, Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
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 | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 50.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 27.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 93.1 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in |
| Overall height | 57.9 in |
| Overall length | 180 in |
| Overall width | 69.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1797 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.8-Liter 4-cylinder aluminum block and head, DOHC 16-valve VVT-i (Atkinson cycle) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 96 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 54 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 52 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 50 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.4 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 33.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 53 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 33.5 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | P195/65R15 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | eCVT |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3040 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3040 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 15 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 0 opt
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
- Driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
- Integrated backup camera display
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/ SA)
- Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Automatic High Beams (AHB)
- Driver and front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags, passenger seat cushion airbag, driver's knee airbag, rear airbags and front and rear curtain shield airbags (10 total airbags)
- Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- 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
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/ PD)
- Road Sign Assist (RCA)
- Star Safety System™ - includes Enhanced 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)
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS)
- Engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment3 std · 0 opt
- Audio Plus—7-in. touchscreen, six speakers, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month Platinum Plan subscription. Connected Services — Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial.
- Audio Plus—7-in. touchscreen, six speakers, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month Platinum Plan subscription. Connected Services — Safety Connect® with 1-year trial, Service Connect with 10-year trial, Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial.
- Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification. Available by subscription.
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- One 12V auxiliary power outlet (1 front)
- Power door locks
- Smart Key System on driver's door with Push Button Start
- Power windows with auto up/down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Smart-flow climate control system with pollen filtration
Seating2 std · 0 opt
- Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest
Interior8 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
- Digital instrumentation with speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, current and average fuel economy, distance to empty, shift-position indicator and EV/ECO/POWER Mode indicators
- Matte black center console with armrest and storage compartment
- Rear dome light and cargo area light
- Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls
- Two front and two rear cupholders; two front and two rear bottle holders
- Upper door trim with chrome accent, soft-touch door armrest area with chrome accent interior door handles
- Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Exterior9 std · 0 opt
- Active grille shutter
- Bi-LED projector low and high-beam headlights with auto off feature
- Color-keyed outside door handles
- Color-keyed roof-mounted shark-fin antenna
- Heated power outside mirrors with folding features
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature
- LED clearance lamps
- LED taillights and stop lights
- Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT)
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Common questions about the LE
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Toyota Prius LE add over the L Eco?
Against the L Eco, 9 features become standard that the L Eco does not and 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.