2026 Toyota Prius
XSE FWD
What the XSE adds over the LE (+$8,475)
| Spec | LE | XSE |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 281.9 mm | 304.8 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 23.8 cu-ft | 20.3 cu-ft |
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Sense / Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Drive Connect | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Drive Connect |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3097 lbs | 3516 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3097 lbs | 3516 lbs |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder aluminum block and head, DOHC 16-valve VVT-i | 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve with VVT-i (M20A-FXS, Atkinson cycle) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 6 in |
| MPG (city) | 57 mpg | 50 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 57 mpg | 48 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 56 mpg | 47 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,550 | $37,025 |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar |
| Tire size | 195/60R17 | 195/50R19 |
| Transmission type | eCVT | ECVT |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.4 ft | 35.4 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest, 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support, Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®, Charge port with lock and charging indicator light, EPA Estimated EV Driving Range: Up to 44 miles (SE); Up to 39 miles (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium), EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined MPG): 53/51/52 (SE); 50/47/48 (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium), Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Heated front seats, Illumination Notification, Lane Change Assist, Level 1 charging cable for 120V outlet, Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light, Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers, SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat, Two front and two rear cup holders; two front and two rear bottle holders
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 279.4 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 20.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 91.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Drive Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 60 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Overall length | 181.1 in |
| Overall width | 70.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1987 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve with VVT-i (M20A-FXS, Atkinson cycle) |
| Valve configuration | 4-valve/cylinder with VVT-i |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 150 hp |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 50 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 48 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 47 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38 in |
| Second-row headroom | 36.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $37,025 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 52.8 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 195/50R19 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | ECVT |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3516 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3516 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 1 opt
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
- Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
- Front and rear side curtain airbags
- Integrated backup camera
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Safe Exit Alert
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Auto High Beams
- Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Front Cross-Traffic Alert
- Hill Start Assist Control
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats
- Lane Change Assist
- Proactive Driving Assist
- Rear-Seat Reminder
- Road Sign Assist
- Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology®
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0™
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System
- Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking optional
- Engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System
Infotainment11 std · 1 opt
- Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility
- 6-speaker audio system
- 8.0-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with USB media port, five USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription
- Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent.
- Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light
- Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent.
- Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent.
- Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent.
- Six USB-C charge ports — two front/two center console/two rear
- Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility
- 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with USB media port, five USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription optional
Convenience4 std · 1 opt
- Smart Key System with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic functions
- Level 1 charging cable for 120V outlet
- Digital Key capability — Digital Key enables smartphone to be used instead of a physical key. (Remote Connect subscription required.) optional
- Liftback
- Power windows with auto up/down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Single-zone climate control system with pollen filtration
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- SofTex®-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
- Center console with armrest and storage compartment
- Illumination Notification
- Rear dome light and cargo area light
- Top-mount Multi-Information Display with indicators and 7-in. LCD display with speedometer, drive mode indicators, instrumentation and customizable settings, odometer, tripmeters, clock, outside temperature, rear passenger seatbelt indicators, fuel economy information, trip timer, and warning messages
- Two front and two rear cup holders; two front and two rear bottle holders
- Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Front seatback pockets
Exterior9 std · 0 opt
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams
- Charge port with lock and charging indicator light
- Color-keyed outside front door handles
- Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature
- LED taillights and stop lights
- Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna
- Tire Repair Kit
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- EPA Estimated EV Driving Range: Up to 44 miles (SE); Up to 39 miles (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
- EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined MPG): 53/51/52 (SE); 50/47/48 (XSE, Nightshade, XSE Premium)
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area tonneau cover
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Common questions about the XSE
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Toyota Prius XSE?
The manufacturer lists $37,025 for the 2026 Toyota Prius XSE. That is $8,475 above the LE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Toyota Prius XSE add over the LE?
Against the LE, 15 features become standard that the LE does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.