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2015 Toyota Prius: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2015 Toyota Prius is a standard rearview camera on every regular liftback trim. Otherwise, this is a light carryover year, with a new style-focused Persona Series special edition and no powertrain or structural changes.
About the 2015 Toyota Prius
3rd generation Prius liftback (2010-2015) and 3rd generation Prius Plug-in variant (2012-2015); 2015 is the final model year for both before the regular Prius redesign for 2016.
Toyota positions the Prius as the hybrid that made high fuel economy mainstream: a roomy five-door hatchback with midsize passenger space, low fuel use, and easy everyday driving. Its biggest selling points are simple efficiency, proven hybrid hardware, and practical cargo flexibility. In 2015, the Plug-in version adds short electric-only driving for errands and commutes, while the regular liftback stays focused on 50-mpg efficiency and hatchback usefulness.
The regular Prius lineup runs from the basic Prius One to the comfort-oriented Four and top Five, which has LED headlights, 17-inch wheels, heated SofTex seats and JBL audio with navigation. The Persona Series gives the Prius Three formula a darker look, while the Prius Plug-in pairs an 11-mile EPA electric range with navigation and adds a head-up display and upgraded cabin in Advanced form.
What changed, by category
Safety
A rearview camera becomes standard on every regular Prius liftback trim.
Styling
Toyota adds the Persona Series special edition. Based on the Prius Three, it has dark-finish 17-inch wheels, black SofTex seats with gray stitching, turn-signal mirrors and blue front footwell lighting.
2015 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 | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | 51 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 48 mpg | 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 | 134 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 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 | 21.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in | 36 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPGe Combined | 95 | 95 | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Toyota Prius?
The biggest change is that every regular 2015 Prius liftback trim has a standard rearview camera. Toyota also adds the style-focused Persona Series special edition.
Is the Toyota Prius Persona Series new for 2015?
Yes. The Persona Series joins the Prius lineup for 2015 as a special edition based on the Prius Three, with dark-finish wheels, black SofTex upholstery and other distinctive trim details.
Did the regular 2015 Toyota Prius get a new hybrid powertrain?
No. The regular 2015 Prius keeps its 1.8-liter hybrid system and continuously variable automatic transmission, with no meaningful powertrain change from 2014.
Did the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-in receive major changes?
No. The 2015 Prius Plug-in carries over in Base and Advanced forms with the same 1.8-liter plug-in hybrid setup and an EPA-rated 11 miles of electric range.
Is 2015 the final year of this Toyota Prius generation?
Yes. The 2015 model is the final year of the third-generation regular Prius liftback; Toyota introduces an all-new regular Prius for 2016.
2015 Toyota Prius Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Toyota Prius.
4.2
2015 Toyota Prius
(629 reviews)
“I love my Prius. It's not going to turn any heads on the road, but it's a solid car with awesome gas mileage. My only disappointment is the sluggish acceleration, but it's me being picky more than anything else. It's perfectly fine at getting up to speed on the highway, etc, and I could turn on PWR mode if I wanted to have more pickup. Overall great comfort, size, and convenience for my everyday vehicle.”
“The 2015 Prius is much improved from earlier models. The gas mileage is fantastic, the back up camera is a life saver, and the ability to open doors with just a key fob on your person makes life so much easier. I have solar panels that will allow the car to turn in the air conditioning to cool down the car on a hot day while it is parked.”