Toyota Prius trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The 2027 Toyota Prius comes in four grades: LE ($28,755), XLE ($32,200), Nightshade ($33,005) and Limited ($35,770), excluding the $1,295 Dealer Processing and Handling fee. All use a 2.0-liter hybrid rated at 194 hp with FWD or 196 hp with available AWD, which adds $1,400 on every grade.

Current Prius trim levels: Fifth-generation Prius (2023–2027)

The fifth-generation Prius launched for 2023 with a 2.0-liter fifth-generation hybrid system, much more power and optional AWD on every grade. A Nightshade grade joined for 2025. For 2027 dual-zone climate becomes standard and Inked black paint is new. Prices below are 2027 FWD base MSRPs.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

Toyota Prius Fifth-generation Prius (2023–2027) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2027, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
LE	$28,755FWD; AWD $30,155; excl. $1,295 DPH. LE launched at $27,450 (2023)	2.0L I4 5th-gen hybrid (THS 5), FWD (194 hp combined) 2.0L I4 hybrid with e-AWD (196 hp combined)	Up to 55 mpg combined (EPA est., LE FWD) 17-in. alloy wheels with covers and 8-in. touchscreen Dual-zone climate standard for 2027 [1][5]
XLE	$32,200FWD; AWD $33,600; excl. $1,295 DPH	2.0L I4 5th-gen hybrid (THS 5), FWD (194 hp combined) 2.0L I4 hybrid with e-AWD (196 hp combined)	19-in. alloy wheels Heated front seats and heated steering wheel Qi wireless charger and rain-sensing wipers [1]
Nightshade	$33,005FWD; AWD $34,405; excl. $1,295 DPH	2.0L I4 5th-gen hybrid (THS 5), FWD (194 hp combined) 2.0L I4 hybrid with e-AWD (196 hp combined)	Based on the XLE; added for 2025 Black 19-in. wheels and blackout badging Exclusive Karashi paint [1][3]
Limited	$35,770FWD; AWD $37,170; excl. $1,295 DPH	2.0L I4 5th-gen hybrid (THS 5), FWD (194 hp combined) 2.0L I4 hybrid with e-AWD (196 hp combined)	12.3-in. touchscreen and 8-speaker JBL audio Heated and ventilated front seats with driver memory Power liftback; Limited Premium Package adds Advanced Park [1]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Toyota pricing source.

Previous Prius trim levels: Fourth-generation Prius (2016–2022)

The fourth-generation Prius rode on TNGA with a 1.8-liter hybrid and an optional AWD-e system that drives the rear wheels with an electric motor. The 2022 lineup was L Eco, LE, XLE and Limited, plus LE and XLE AWD-e and a new Nightshade Edition. Toyota's 2022 pricing table is not available as text.[7][8]

Toyota Prius Fourth-generation Prius (2016–2022) trims in ladder order with 2022 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2022, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
L Eco	—2022 pricing not published as text	1.8L I4 hybrid (output not stated in Toyota's 2022 release)	Efficiency-focused base grade No Blind Spot Monitor (standard on other grades) Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard [7]
LE / LE AWD-e	—2022 pricing not published as text	1.8L I4 hybrid (output not stated in Toyota's 2022 release)	AWD-e rated 51/47/49 mpg city/hwy/combined (EPA est.) Blind Spot Monitor and Intelligent Clearance Sonar 7-in. touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto [7]
XLE / XLE AWD-e	—2022 pricing not published as text	1.8L I4 hybrid (output not stated in Toyota's 2022 release)	SofTex heated front seats Three-door Smart Key New fog lights with LED accents for 2022 [7]
Nightshade Edition	—2022 pricing not published as text	1.8L I4 hybrid (output not stated in Toyota's 2022 release)	New for 2022, FWD or AWD-e Black 17-in. wheels (FWD) and black exterior accents Adds XLE's SofTex heated front seats [7]
Limited	—2022 pricing not published as text	1.8L I4 hybrid (output not stated in Toyota's 2022 release)	11.6-in. touchscreen with JBL audio Top grade Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard [7]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Toyota pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the 2027 Toyota Prius trims?

LE ($28,755), XLE ($32,200), Nightshade ($33,005) and Limited ($35,770) with FWD. AWD versions cost $1,400 more on each grade. Prices exclude the $1,295 Dealer Processing and Handling fee.

How much horsepower does the Prius have?

The fifth-generation Prius pairs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system for 194 net combined hp with FWD, or 196 hp with Electronic On-Demand AWD. Toyota estimates 0–60 mph in 7.2 and 7.0 seconds respectively.

What is the most fuel-efficient Prius?

The LE FWD. Toyota quotes an EPA-estimated 55 mpg combined for the 2027 LE, and 53 mpg combined for the LE AWD. Larger 19-inch wheels on XLE, Nightshade and Limited lower the rating.

What does the Prius Nightshade add?

Built on the XLE, the Nightshade adds black 19-inch wheels, black bumper trim and badging, black SofTex seats with gray stitching, carbon-fiber dash detail and the exclusive Karashi paint color.

Is the Prius Plug-in Hybrid a separate model?

Yes. Toyota sells the Prius Plug-in Hybrid separately; Toyota.com lists the 2027 model in SE ($33,980), XSE ($37,230), Nightshade ($38,000) and XSE Premium ($40,675) grades before destination.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Toyota for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

2027 Toyota Prius: Designed to Stand Out, Built on Hybrid Innovation (Jul 16, 2026) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
Electrified Trailblazer: The Toyota Prius Celebrates 25 Years in the U.S. (Jun 16, 2025) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
2025 Toyota Prius Gets a Moody Vibe with New Nightshade Grade — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
Stunning Style and Elevated Efficiency: The 2024 Toyota Prius (Oct 10, 2023) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
The Time is Now for Toyota's All-New 2023 Prius and Prius Prime (Apr 6, 2023) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
2027 Prius Plug-in Hybrid grades and base MSRPs (accessed Nov 5, 2026) — Toyota (toyota.com)
Best-Selling Hybrid Gets Dramatic: 2022 Toyota Prius Adds Nightshade Special Edition (Aug 25, 2021) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
Toyota Prius (XW50) — model years — Wikipedia (secondary reference)

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