“While it has good fuel economy, the battery is slow to recharge on 110, and it is built lower to the ground, making it slightly more challenging when entering and exiting. Love the safety features.”
2023 Toyota Prius: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Toyota Prius is fully redesigned, marking the start of its fifth generation. Both the regular hybrid and plug-in Prius Prime get a sleeker body, a stronger electrified powertrain, a new cabin, and updated safety and touchscreen systems.
About the 2023 Toyota Prius
5th-generation Prius family, first year of the full redesign; Prius Prime is redesigned alongside it on Toyota’s updated compact-car platform.
Toyota positions the Prius as the everyday efficiency car that no longer asks buyers to accept awkward styling or slow responses. In 2023, the Prius family becomes a sleeker hatchback with stronger acceleration, better tech, and the same easy low-fuel ownership that made the model famous. The regular Prius is the high-mileage hybrid choice, while Prius Prime adds meaningful electric commuting range without losing hybrid road-trip flexibility.
The regular Prius lineup spans the efficiency-focused LE, with 17-inch wheels and an 8-inch touchscreen, to the comfort-focused Limited, with a 12.3-inch screen, JBL audio, a fixed glass roof, and heated and ventilated front seats. The plug-in Prius Prime uses a 220-hp system; the SE travels up to 44 miles on electricity, while the XSE Premium emphasizes cabin tech and comfort.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
A stronger 2.0-liter hybrid system replaces the previous regular Prius setup. The redesigned Prius Prime gets a 220-hp plug-in hybrid system, a 13.6-kWh battery, and up to 44 miles of electric range.
Styling
The entire Prius family gets a new lower, wider body and a fully redesigned cabin.
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 becomes standard across the family, bringing the newest version of Toyota’s driver-assistance suite.
Tech
Toyota’s newer touchscreen system arrives across the family, along with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Structural
The Prius enters its fifth generation on Toyota’s updated compact-car platform.
2023 Toyota Prius specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 57 mpg | 52 mpg | 52 mpg | |||
| MPG Highway | 56 mpg | 52 mpg | 52 mpg | |||
| Horsepower | 220 hp | 220 hp | 220 hp | |||
| Torque | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 20.3 cu-ft | 20.3 cu-ft | 20.3 cu-ft | |||
| Rear Legroom | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in | 34.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 40 | 40 | 40 | |||
| MPGe Combined | 127 | 114 | 114 | |||
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| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Toyota Prius fully redesigned?
Yes. The 2023 Prius begins a new fifth generation with a lower, wider body, a redesigned cabin, a stronger hybrid system, and updated safety and touchscreen technology.
Is the 2023 Prius a major upgrade over the 2022 model?
Yes. The 2023 model is a full redesign rather than a light update, with new styling, a stronger 2.0-liter hybrid system, a redesigned interior, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0.
How far can the 2023 Prius Prime drive on electricity?
The 2023 Prius Prime SE is rated for up to 44 miles of electric driving. The XSE and XSE Premium are rated for up to 39 miles.
What technology is standard on the 2023 Prius LE?
The 2023 Prius LE has an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, six USB-C ports, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0.
Did the Prius trim lineup change for 2023?
Yes. The regular Prius keeps LE, XLE, and Limited, while L Eco and Nightshade Edition leave the lineup. The redesigned Prius Prime switches from plug-in versions of LE, XLE, and Limited to SE, XSE, and XSE Premium.
2023 Toyota Prius Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Toyota Prius.
4.2
2023 Toyota Prius
(436 reviews)
“The new design of the Toyota Prius makes taking care of the environment so stylish. Beautiful car. Performs exceptionally. Great for the environment.”
“Handles like a sports car. Smooth acceleration in EV mode. In a cold climate, the very slanted back window needs a wiper. This is not a car for significantly tall individuals.”
Sources
- pressroom.toyota.com — A Stunner Is Born All New 2023 Toyota Prius Expected This January
- pressroom.toyota.com — Prime Time For More Ev Miles With The All New 2023 Prius Prime
- pressroom.toyota.com — Stunning Style And Elevated Efficiency The 2024 Toyota Prius
- pressroom.toyota.com — Unplug And Play 2024 Toyota Prius Prime Redefines The Daily Drive
- pressroom.toyota.com — Hybrid Reborn 2023 Toyota Prius Revealed
- pressroom.toyota.com — Poised For Performance 2023 Toyota Prius Prime Revealed