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2018 Toyota Prius: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2018 Toyota Prius is a standard 11.6-inch touchscreen on the Four and Four Touring trims. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with no redesign or powertrain change.
About the 2018 Toyota Prius
4th-generation Prius liftback (2016-2022), third model year; first-generation Prius Prime plug-in variant (2017-2022), second model year.
Toyota positioned the Prius family as its efficiency-first hatchback lineup. The regular Prius is the familiar gas-electric hybrid for shoppers who want excellent fuel economy, everyday hatchback usefulness, and Toyota’s long-established hybrid reputation without plugging in. Prius Prime builds on that with short all-electric commuting for drivers who can charge at home or work, while still functioning like a normal hybrid on longer trips. Across both, the core promise is low fuel use, easy daily driving, and practical small-car packaging.
The regular Prius ranges from the efficiency-focused Two Eco to the more comfort-oriented Four and sport-styled Four Touring. The plug-in Prius Prime offers up to 25 miles of electric driving, while the Advanced trim adds premium audio, a head-up display, blind-spot monitoring, and parking assistance.
What changed, by category
Tech
Prius Four and Four Touring gain a standard 11.6-inch high-resolution touchscreen with integrated navigation.
2018 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 | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 1.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 54 mpg | 54 mpg | 55 mpg | 54 mpg | 55 mpg | 58 mpg | 55 mpg | 54 mpg | 54 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 50 mpg | 50 mpg | 53 mpg | 50 mpg | 53 mpg | 53 mpg | 53 mpg | 50 mpg | 50 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 hp | 121 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 | 105 lb-ft | 105 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 24.6 cu-ft | 24.6 cu-ft | 27.4 cu-ft | 19.8 cu-ft | 24.6 cu-ft | 19.8 cu-ft | 27.4 cu-ft | 19.8 cu-ft | 27.4 cu-ft | 24.6 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPGe Combined | 133 | 133 | 133 | |||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||||
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| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2018 Toyota Prius?
The biggest change is the standard 11.6-inch touchscreen fitted to the Prius Four and Four Touring. Most other parts of the Prius and Prius Prime carry over from 2017.
Was the 2018 Toyota Prius redesigned?
No, the 2018 Toyota Prius was not redesigned. It remains part of the fourth-generation Prius liftback introduced for 2016, with only a limited technology update for two upper trims.
Which 2018 Prius trims have the 11.6-inch touchscreen?
The 2018 Prius Four and Four Touring have the 11.6-inch touchscreen as standard equipment. In the plug-in Prius Prime range, the Premium and Advanced trims also use an 11.6-inch screen.
Did the Prius hybrid system change for 2018?
No, the Prius hybrid system did not change for 2018. The regular Prius retains its 1.8-liter hybrid setup, and the Prius Prime keeps its 1.8-liter plug-in hybrid system.
How is the 2018 Prius Prime different from the regular 2018 Prius?
The 2018 Prius Prime is the plug-in version and provides up to 25 miles of electric driving before operating as a hybrid. The regular Prius does not plug in and emphasizes conventional hybrid fuel economy and hatchback practicality.
2018 Toyota Prius Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Toyota Prius.
4.3
2018 Toyota Prius
(512 reviews)
“It is quite responsive, gets essentially unlimited mileage if you drive less than 25 miles a day, gets about 50 mpg on the highway, is comfortable and fairly versatile. It is fairly stylish.”
“Prius prime is great because of the fuel economy. Other than that I am not a car person so I don't romanticize any other aspect. I enjoy driving it when I have to.”