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Derek Fung
Toyota Prius: Fifth-generation car to be a hybrid tech 'front-runner'
No longer the darling of the eco crowd, the Toyota Prius will march on into a fifth generation, possibly debuting as early as 2022.
4 Years Ago
2016 Toyota Prius
The new Toyota Prius is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $34,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $43,850 for the.
The Toyota Prius is only available with an null motor that produces 90kW and nullNm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2016 Prius is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$34,990 - $43,850â€
Transmission
Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Hybrid
Retail Price
$34,990 - $43,850â€
Transmission
Auto (CVT)
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Hybrid
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Toyota Prius
2016 Toyota Prius
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2016 Toyota Prius
Available Variants
The Toyota Prius comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being I-Tech.
2016 Toyota Prius
News
Derek Fung
Toyota Prius: Fifth-generation car to be a hybrid tech 'front-runner'
No longer the darling of the eco crowd, the Toyota Prius will march on into a fifth generation, possibly debuting as early as 2022.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Toyota Prius recalled
Seven Toyota Prius hatchbacks are being recalled due to a fault with the hybrid system.
4 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Hydrogen-powered Toyota Corolla and Prius set to launch in 2023 - report
Toyota will reportedly introduce a hydrogen-combustion powertrain in its Corolla and a hydrogen plug-in hybrid in its Prius in 2023.
4 Years Ago
How does the 2016 Toyota Prius compare?
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Power to Weight
64.29 - 65.45 kW/t
63.9 kW/t
163.17 kW/t
Boot Space
457 - 502 litres
280 litres
657 litres
Fuel Efficiency
3.4 L/100km
3.4 L/100km
8.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
1,265 km
642 km
1,265 km
Price
$34,990 - $43,850
$19,990
$50,990
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
7 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Service Interval
6 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,775 kg
1,770 kg
2,115 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
123 mm
123 mm
163 mm
2016 Toyota Prius
Dimensions
4,540 mm
1,760 mm
1,490 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,540 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,760 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,200 mm |
| Load Capacity | 400 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Toyota Prius
Sales Data
Toyota Prius Sales rolling 12-months#
2016 Toyota Prius
Frequently Asked Questions
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See all Toyota Prius towing capacityThe largest Toyota Prius is the undefined which measures 1760mm wide, 4540mm in length and sits 1490mm tall.
The most powerful Toyota Prius is the undefined which has 90kW of power from its 1.8L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Toyota Prius is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Toyota Prius is the undefined which weighs 1775 kg (kerb weight).
The Toyota Prius uses Unleaded.
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