Nightshade AWD AWD
What the Nightshade AWD adds over the LE
| Spec | LE | Nightshade AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 282 mm | 305 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 23.8 cu-ft | 20.3 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3097 lbs | 3285 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3097 lbs | 3285 lbs |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.3 gal | 10.5 gal |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 6 in |
| MPG (city) | 59 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 55 mpg | 48 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 50 mpg | 45 mpg |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Tire size | 195/60R17 | 195/50R19 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.4 ft | 35.4 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 19-in. alloy wheels with black finish and 195/50R19 tires, 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest, Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®, Black doorsills, Black outside door handles, Black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna, Black with gray stitching SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat, Carbon-fiber detail on dashboard, Charge port with lock and charging indicator light, Electronic On Demand AWD (AWD models), Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, 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, SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support, SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat, SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat, Traffic Jam Assist, Two front and two rear cup holders; two front and two rear bottle holders
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 279 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 Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 60 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 60 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 block and head, DOHC 16-valve VVT-i |
| Valve configuration | 4-valve/cylinder with VVT-i |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 150 hp |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 51 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 48 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 45 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 10.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38 in |
| Second-row headroom | 36.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in |
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-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 195/50R19 |
Transmission
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3285 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3285 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety29 std · 0 opt
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Eight airbags
- Eight airbags — front and rear side curtain airbags
- Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags
- Integrated backup camera
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Eight airbags — 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
- Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
- 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™ — Traction Control
- Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control
- 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
- Engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System
Infotainment13 std · 2 opt
- Safety Connect® — Automatic Collision Notification
- Safety Connect® — Emergency Assistance button
- Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator
- Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility
- Digital Key capability — Digital Key enables smartphone to be used instead of a physical key. (Remote Connect subscription required.) optional
- Remote Connect — locate your last parked location
- Safety Connect® — enhanced Roadside Assistance
- 6-speaker audio system
- Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist
- Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light
- Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app
- Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports
- Six USB-C charge ports — two front/two center console/two rear
- SofTex®-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls
- 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 · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic functions
- Charge port with lock and charging indicator light
- Level 1 charging cable for 120V outlet
- Power windows with auto up/down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-zone climate control system with pollen filtration
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 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
- 6-way adjustable front passenger seat
- Black with gray stitching SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat
- SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat including power lumbar support
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center armrest
Interior10 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
- Black doorsills
- Carbon-fiber detail on dashboard
- Illumination Notification
- Rear dome light and cargo area light
- Two front and two rear cup holders; two front and two rear bottle holders
- Center console with armrest and storage compartment
- Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- SofTex®-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets
- 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
Exterior9 std · 0 opt
- 19-in. alloy wheels with black finish and 195/50R19 tires
- Black outside door handles
- Black roof-mounted shark-fin antenna
- 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
- Tire Repair Kit
- Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Electronic On Demand AWD (AWD models)
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area tonneau cover
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Common questions about the Nightshade AWD
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2027 Toyota Prius Nightshade AWD add over the LE?
Against the LE, 24 features become standard that the LE does not and 13 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.