2021 Prius Features
Design
Dynamic Exterior
Turn heads and turn corners in style.
Prius’ low stance, iconic looks, and advanced features like active grille shutters fuse dynamic style with aerodynamic efficiency. It all adds up to a more responsive drive, with no compromise between fuel efficiency and fun-to-drive performance.
Exterior Colours & Wheels
The 2021 Prius struts its high-tech style with striking exterior colours including Wind Chill and available Supersonic Red or Electric Storm Blue. Prius Technology AWD-e adds the allure of Moonstone to its interior colour choices. Every grade features its own alloy wheel design.
High-Grade Front LED Headlamps
Prius Technology and Technology AWD-e light up the night with high-grade front LED headlamps. AWD-e Technology with Advanced Package adds an adaptive front lighting system with auto levelling. All three models feature the convenience of rain-sensing wipers.
Interior Comfort Zone
Prius’ high-tech interior is complemented by soft-touch materials and smart design.
Controls and gauges are within easy reach and sightline, including an available 11.6” touchscreen display. Standard comforts on most models include, heated front bucket seats and 60/40 folding rear seats with a fold-down armrest so everyone travels in comfort.
Softex Seats & Steering Wheel
Pamper yourself with Prius Technology. Featuring 8-way power adjustable drivers’ seat, Softex seats and Softex wrapped heated steering wheel (also found on Prius Technology AWD-e) plus a power moonroof to let the sun and stars shine in.
Versatile Cargo Area
Fold down the 60/40 split-fold rear seats and open up a world of cargo-carrying possibilities. With both seats folded down, both FWD and AWD-e models offer more space than some small SUVs and most full-size sedans.
Technology
Infotainment
All models feature a 6-speaker audio system, 7” touch screen, Bluetooth© connectivity, and the advanced convenience of both Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM compatibility. While Prius Technology AWD-e with Advanced Package goes further adding embedded navigation, and a large 11.6” touch screen.
DisclaimerApple CarPlayTM Compatibility
The smarter, safer way to use your iPhone features in your vehicle. Using Siri®, you can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. Standard on all models.
Disclaimer Learn More About Apple CarPlayAndroid AutoTM Compatibility
Android Auto makes it easy to access your favorite music, media, and messaging apps in the car. With large touch targets, a simplified interface, and easy-to-use voice actions with Google Assistant, it's designed to minimize distraction so you can stay focused on the road. Standard on all models except Prius Technology AWD-e with Advanced package.
Disclaimer Learn More About Android AutoTMPrius Technology Advanced – AWD-e
This advanced package adds a host of intelligent technologies. Like an adaptive front lighting system and auto levelling headlamp system to help you see better, especially at night. And, on the inside, a large 11.6” touchscreen for ease-of-use, and head-up display that puts timely information in your eye line, so that you can keep your hands on the wheel.
Eco Drive Monitor
Get more out of every journey. Prius’ Eco Drive Monitor lets you see at a glance how much energy you are using as you go, and can help you develop more fuel-efficient driving habits.
Qi-compatible Wireless Smartphone Charging with Charge Indicator Light
Wireless Charging is standard on both Prius Technology and Prius Technology AWD-e and allows certain handheld devices to charge, simply by placing them directly on the wireless charging pad. Please see a dealer to find out which devices are compatible.
More Technology Features
- Automatic Climate Control
- Available Touch Sensor Lock/Unlock (Hatch & Driver’s Door)
- 4.2'' TFT Multi Information Display
- Available Rain Sensing Wipers
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Performance
Electric On-Demand All Wheel Drive (AWD-e)
Prius is the only non-luxury hybrid passenger vehicle with available all wheel drive. Designed specifically for compact hybrid vehicles, Prius’ AWD-e uses electric motors to provide instant torque to the rear wheels whenever you need more traction. When you don’t Prius operates in front wheel drive to maximize fuel efficiency ‐ one more reason that the 2021 Prius Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient conventional vehicle in the mid-size car class*.
*Based on model year 2021 fuel consumption ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Fuel efficiency estimates were determined using approved Government of Canada/Transport Canada Test Methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. Learn more about Fuel Consumption Ratings.
Fuel Efficiency Rating (L/100km)†
FWD - 4.4/4.6 (City/Hwy)
AWD-e FWD - 4.5/4.9 (City/Hwy)
Engine
1.8 Litre 4-cylinder DOHC 16-Valve with Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i)
Horsepower
120 (90) NET POWER hp
Hybrid Synergy Drive
Prius’ 4TH generation hybrid powertrain works seamlessly in the background, optimizing the combination of gas and electric power as you drive -- helping to increase fuel efficiency while reducing emissions. And because Prius’ battery recharges on the go, there’s never a need to plug in.
Aerodynamically Engineered
Prius’ sleek exterior is engineered to enhance handling and maximize fuel efficiency. Its sleek lines combined with active grille shutter, aero stabilizing fins and underbody panels all work together to smooth airflow -- delivering an exceptionally low coefficient of drag of just 0.24.
Exemplary Ride and Handling
The fourth-generation Prius is built around the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform. With its high-strength structure, low centre of gravity, and multi-link rear suspension, the 2021 Prius delivers a highly engaging driving experience combined with an exceptionally smooth and quiet ride.
Exceptional Fuel-Efficiency
From its wind-cheating design to its advanced hybrid-electric powertrain, Toyota Prius is designed to help you get the most out of every litre. That’s why the 2020 Prius Hybrid was recognized as the most fuel-efficient conventional vehicle in the mid-size car class*
Hybrid Facts
3 Drive Modes
These different drive modes utilize and compartmentalize different functions on the car to produce three different behaviours:
1
EV Mode: Ideal for short distances the vehicle will run on the electric motor exclusively.
2
ECO Mode: Automatically manages the fuel inputs and optimizes the air conditioning system for maximum fuel efficiency.
3
Power Mode: A reactive gas pedal and no organizational changes to the function of your vehicle. Essentially the mode to get the most power.
15 Million
worldwide Toyota Hybrid sales
Self-Charging Hybrid Battery
Prius’ hybrid battery never needs to be plugged in. It recharges on the go, using innovations like regenerative braking to capture and transform energy into electricity and store it in the battery.
Learn More about How Hybrids WorkNo Additional Maintenance
Prius’ high-performance battery is designed to last. And Toyota hybrids require no additional routine maintenance. In fact, they follow the same maintenance schedule as our conventionally-powered vehicles.
See the Maintenance ScheduleHybrid Battery and Warranty
Over 98% of the Toyota & Lexus hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) sold in Canada since 2001 have never had their original battery replaced. All hybrid components are backed by an 8-year or 160,000 KM warranty. Starting with 2021 model year HEVs, hybrid batteries are now covered by an extended warranty – 10-years or 240,000 KM, whichever comes first.
Learn More about Toyota WarrantySafety
Toyota Safety SenseTM 2.0
Now standard on all models, Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is a suite of enhanced active-safety tech with five active-safety technologies and capabilities that work to enhance protection and support your awareness and decision-making under a variety of conditions and contingencies.
Found on the front passenger seat cushion, a driver’s side knee airbag, front and rear side curtains, and front-seat mounted side airbags.

Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Protection
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Lane Tracing Assist
Auto High Beam
Available Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Prius Technology and Technology AWD-e models add to your safety and peace of mind with Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). BSM alerts you to the presence of vehicles in adjacent lanes that may have escaped visibility in your side-view mirrors. While RCTA warns you about hazards you can’t see while backing up.
Available Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Intelligent Parking Assist
Prius Technology AWD-e with the Advanced package features two connected systems that take the guesswork out of parallel parking, and help you to better navigate tight parking spaces. The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system warns you if you get too close to an object near the vehicle. While the Intelligent Parking Assist system, literally guides you during parking maneuvers.
Available Head-up Display (HUD)
Prius Technology AWD-e and Prius Technology AWD-e with Advanced package feature a full colour Head-up Display, so that you can keep your eyes on the road and stay in touch with timely information including vehicle speed, navigation read-outs and hybrid system indicator.
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