“Several things I would like to improve: 1) more power 2) blind spot monitor as standard equipment 3) sometimes difficult to see the sides of the vehicle 4) bluetooth not always working 5) when washing the car, soap stays on edge of doors”
2014 Toyota Prius: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Toyota Prius is mostly a carryover; the main change is the departure of the Persona Series Special Edition. The regular hybrid and Prius Plug-in otherwise return without major mechanical, safety, or technology updates.
About the 2014 Toyota Prius
3rd-generation Prius liftback (2010-2015), late-cycle year; first-generation Prius Plug-in (2012-2015) based on the same body and cabin.
Toyota positions the Prius as the mainstream hybrid hatchback: a five-passenger car built around outstanding fuel economy, everyday reliability, and unusually useful cabin and cargo space for its size. The regular liftback targets shoppers who want to spend less on fuel without giving up hatchback practicality, while the Plug-in version adds short electric commuting and home charging without the range limits of a full EV.
The regular Prius lineup runs from the fleet-focused One through the upscale Five, all using the same 1.8-liter hybrid system. The Three adds navigation and a backup camera, the Four brings heated SofTex-trimmed seats, and the Five has 17-inch wheels and LED headlights. The Prius Plug-in adds short electric-only driving, while the Advanced trim brings a head-up display, a 7-inch navigation screen, JBL audio, and a power driver's seat.
What changed, by category
Styling
The Persona Series Special Edition left the regular liftback lineup. On the Prius Plug-in Advanced, LED headlights and fog lights changed from standard equipment to optional equipment.
2014 Toyota Prius specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | 48 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 134 hp | 134 hp | 134 hp | 134 hp | 134 hp | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft | 21.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 11 | 11 | |||||
| MPGe Combined | 95 | 95 | |||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||
| AM/FM Radio | |||||||
| Bluetooth | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| USB Ports | |||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Toyota Prius a major update over the 2013 model?
No. The 2014 Prius is largely a carryover from 2013. The Persona Series Special Edition was dropped, and LED headlights and fog lights changed from standard to optional on the Prius Plug-in Advanced.
Was the Persona Series Special Edition offered for the 2014 Toyota Prius?
No. The Persona Series Special Edition was a 2013 model and did not continue in the regular 2014 Prius lineup.
Did the 2014 Toyota Prius get a new hybrid system?
No. The regular 2014 Prius keeps its 1.8-liter hybrid system, and the Prius Plug-in retains its 1.8-liter plug-in hybrid setup with a 4.4-kWh battery.
What is different about the 2014 Prius Plug-in?
The 2014 Prius Plug-in has a rechargeable 4.4-kWh battery and an EV mode for short electric-only trips. It still operates as a gasoline-electric hybrid after the stored electric charge is used.
Which 2014 Prius trims have built-in navigation?
Built-in navigation is included on the regular Prius Three, Four, and Five, as well as the base and Advanced versions of the Prius Plug-in.
2014 Toyota Prius Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Toyota Prius.
4.1
2014 Toyota Prius
(167 reviews)
“Love, love my Prius C. Had it since March 2015 and every time I drive it I discover a new feature. It is so easy to drive.”
“One of the things I love about the Prius that I feel like not many people talk about is the interior roominess. When the seats are folded down, I have been able to transport entire bookshelves, credenzas, chests of drawers not to mention dozens of cases of Girl Scout cookies for my troop. It's like having minivan capacity with a sedan imprint, and some of the best gas mileage around. Not to mention it's cute!”
Sources
- pressroom.toyota.com — 2014 Tioyota Prius Dominate Hybrid Oct2013
- pressroom.toyota.com — 2014 Toyota Prius Plug In Starts Under 30K
- pressroom.toyota.com — 2013 Toyota Prius Special Edition Exclusive Features
- pressroom.toyota.com — Toyota 2015 Prius Liftback Product News
- pressroom.toyota.com — 2015 Toyota Prius Plug In Hybrid Revolutionary
- pressroom.toyota.com — Toyota Pricing 2014 Avalon Prius
- fleet.toyota.com — Repurchase Program / Archived / 2015 Repurchase Specification Sheets