Toyota Prius V

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2017 Toyota Prius V Overview

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius V ranks five out of nine Wagons.

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v is an efficient wagon with enough space for five and all their gear. However, spectacle is not a strong suit, due to lifeless treating and lackluster acceleration. Inwards, hard plastics abound, but the overall look maintains the Prius line’s futuristic chic styling.

Scorecard

Overall: 8.Trio
Critics’ Rating: 8.Five
Spectacle: 7.1
Interior: 8.1
Safety: 9.7
Reliability:

Pros & Cons

Admirable fuel economy
Roomy back seats
Spacious cargo hold

Slow and droning acceleration
Abate treating
Cheap interior materials

Notable for 2017

Infotainment system gets voice recognition and Siri Eyes Free

2017 Toyota Prius V Specs

Toyota Prius V Rankings and Research

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius V ranking is based on its score within the Wagons category. Presently the Toyota Prius V has a score of 8.Trio out of ten which is based on our evaluation of forty six lumps of research and data elements using various sources.

Rankings

# five in Wagons
# ten in Hybrid and Electrical Cars

2017 Prius V Pictures

2017 Toyota Prius V Review

Is the Toyota Prius v a Good Wagon?

The two thousand seventeen Prius v makes a superb wagon if gas mileage, passenger space, and cargo capacity are your top priorities. Albeit the standard Toyota Prius is more efficient, the Prius v offers more space. However, the Prius v’s spectacle is anything but arousing, and the cabin is teeming with hard plastics.

Tho’ it isn’t as much of a fuel miser as either Prius, the Subaru Outback offers sharper treating and standard all-wheel drive, which isn’t even an option with the front-wheel-drive Toyotas.

Should I Buy the Toyota Prius v?

For the Prius v’s embarking price of $26,675, you can find a better value elsewhere. The standard hatchback Prius has a lower beginning price, better fuel economy, and more standard advanced safety features. The Outback starts about $1,000 lower, and it actually offers more space for passengers and cargo than the Prius v.

We Did the Research for You: forty six Lumps of Data Analyzed

We analyzed forty six data elements to give you the most comprehensive analysis of the Toyota Prius v, combining the opinions of automotive journalists with figures like fuel economy estimates, safety scores, and reliability ratings. We did the hard work so you don’t have to.

Toyota hasn`t redesigned the Prius v since its debut for the two thousand twelve model year, and it has seen limited switches. As a result, this overview uses applicable research and reviews from the two thousand twelve through two thousand seventeen model years.

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How Much Does the Toyota Prius v Cost?

Beginning at $26,675, the Prius v costs about $Two,000 more than its smaller and recently redesigned sibling, the Toyota Prius. Some rival wagons suggest lower kicking off prices, like the Subaru Outback ($25,645) and the Ford C-Max Hybrid ($24,120).

The Prius v comes in four trims: Two, Three, Four, and Five. (There is no One trim.) Stepping up from the base trim, the Three starts at $28,060 and adds connectivity and tech features. Next in line is the Four ($29,695), which mostly adds amenities that keep you feeling convenient. The most well-equipped Prius v is the Five ($30,935), which adds exterior enhancements and offers a package that includes infotainment upgrades and numerous advanced safety features. A top-of-the-line fully loaded v will set you back $34,270.

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Toyota Prius v Versus the Competition

Which Is Better: Toyota Prius v or Toyota Prius?

Unless rear-seat and cargo space are a top concern, you’re better off going with the Toyota Prius; it will save you money at the dealership and the pump. Its commencing price is $Two,000 lower than the Prius v`s, and it also has better fuel economy. While the recently redesigned Prius has less rear-seat space and a smaller cargo hold than the Prius v, it has a newer look and more high-quality materials. In comparison, the Prius v`s interior setup includes lots of hard plastics. The Prius also comes standard with features the Prius v doesn’t, including adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, and lane keep assist.

However the Prius v offers one hundred thirty four horsepower (13 horsepower more than the Prius), it weighs an extra two hundred sixty five pounds, which saps much of that extra oomph. However, if you’re looking at hybrids, you’re most likely more worried with fuel economy estimates than horsepower ratings. The Prius achieves fifty four mpg in the city and fifty mpg on the highway, while its wagon counterpart comes back forty three mpg in the city and thirty nine on the highway. While both of these estimates are far and away better than most vehicles on the market, going for the standard Prius instead of the Prius v will save you $200 over the course of a year. While both models prioritize rail convenience over treating agility, the Prius feels a bit lighter on its feet than the Prius v. The larger hybrid’s steering is over-assisted and provides very little road feedback.

Which Is Better: Toyota Prius v or Subaru Outback?

You’ll like the Subaru Outback better if you favor spectacle over fuel efficiency. The Outback comes standard with all-wheel drive, which gives you better inclement-weather traction than the front-wheel-drive Prius v. With approximately nine inches of ground clearance, the Outback is also able to tackle tougher terrain. It is nimbler around turns, yet still offers a convenient rail. By comparison, the Prius v is best left to driving on paved roads. You’ll have more overall space in the Outback, including more front- and rear-seat legroom and a slightly larger cargo hold. The Outback also comes standard with a more powerful engine, and it offers an optional V6 for those who want even more power.

However, the Prius v is more fuel-efficient; it`ll save you about $400 a year compared to the Outback. The Outback costs about $1,000 less than the Prius v, but it doesn’t come with some of the features that are standard in the Toyota. With the Outback, advanced safety features are available as packages in the lower trims, which isn’t the case with the Prius v.

Which Is Better: Toyota Prius v or Ford C-Max Hybrid?

For those who think the Prius v is a bore to drive, the Ford C-Max Hybrid`s athletic treating and quick acceleration – for a hybrid – will provide the joy you`re looking for. The C-Max is also a more affordable alternative, as it has a lower kicking off price by about $Two,500. In addition, it feels quicker off the line than the Prius v, thanks to an extra fifty four horsepower. Few hybrids earn praise for acute treating, but the C-Max is one of them. In contrast, the Prius v concentrates primarily on rail quality.

However, the C-Max Hybrid’s reliability rating is one of the worst possible, making it difficult to recommend. The C-Max Hybrid also falls brief of the Prius v in terms of safety scores and the availability of advanced safety features.

The C-Max Hybrid has a spacious and upscale interior, with high-quality materials you don’t get with the Prius v. The C-Max Hybrid has less cargo room but more head- and legroom in the front and rear seats. It also comes with more standard features than the Prius v, including blind spot monitoring and dual-zone climate control. You’ll also get Ford’s MyKey, which permits you to set volume and speed boundaries, among other functions.

Prius v Interior

How Many People Does the Prius v Seat?

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v does not disappoint with passenger space. It has ninety seven cubic feet of passenger volume and convenient seating for five people. There`s slew of head- and legroom in both the front and the back. The rear seats also slide back to permit more legroom and recline for extra convenience.

For the driver, the Prius v`s elevated seating position helps with forward visibility. Rearward visibility is also good because the Prius v`s back windshield doesn`t have a rear spoiler. The standard Toyota Prius has this spoiler, and it creates a horizontal split that impacts visibility.

Prius v and Car Seats

The Prius v`s LATCH car-seat system includes lower anchors on both outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all three rear seats. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety hasn`t rated the two thousand seventeen model yet, but it gives the two thousand sixteen Prius v`s LATCH system a score of Marginal for ease of use. The tether anchors can be hard to find, the lower anchors are buried too deep in the seats, and both sets of equipment are difficult to operate. The standard Prius treats child seats well and receives a rating of Good+, meaning it meets the criteria for the highest Good rating and provides extra LATCH equipment for maximum plasticity.

Prius v Interior Quality

Gauges inwards the Prius v are in the center of the dash, leaving nothing to look at behind the steering wheel. Some critics note this gives off an unfinished look. Hard plastics are everywhere, which further detracts from the interior’s look and feel.

Prius v Cargo Space

The Prius v has 34.Trio cubic feet of cargo space. The rear seats slide forward, expanding the cargo hold behind the seats to 40.Two cubic feet. If you fold the rear seats down, you`ll get 67.Trio cubic feet of space. That’s slightly less room than the Subaru Outback affords, but it’s about ten cubic feet more than what you get with the Ford C-Max Hybrid or the standard Prius. That difference is enough space for two large suitcases and two carry-on bags.

Interior storage in the Prius v is fine as well. There are two glove boxes, a storage bin under the shifter, and a sizable armrest bin. There`s also a cup holder for each of the five seats.

Prius v Infotainment, Bluetooth, and Navigation

There`s no shortage of standard features in the tech-rich Prius v. It comes with features that the Outback doesn’t, like automatic climate control, a proximity key, and push-button commence. There are also slew of available safety features, like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, lane departure warning, and automatic high slats. However, you`ll have to purchase the top-of-the-line Five trim and add the Advanced Technology package to get them. The Outback offers many of these advanced safety features as part of a package in its lower trims.

The Entune infotainment system in the Prius v works well. It permits you to connect your phone through either Bluetooth, an auxiliary jack, or a USB port. Pairing your phone or switching the audio settings can be frustrating, according to some reviewers. With the Prius v in the Three trim, you’ll get an upgraded infotainment system that connects with more apps, like Yelp. Siri Eyes Free, which gives you access to voice recognition through your iPhone, comes standard.

With the C-Max Hybrid, you have the option of getting Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. These systems permit you to take things a step further and call up your phone’s apps right on the screen. For more information, read What Is Apple CarPlay? and What Is Android Auto? Then, see the Best Cars With Apple CarPlay and Best Cars With Android Auto.

Prius v Spectacle

Prius v Engine: Ho-Hum, but Sleek

Driving the two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v is no thrill rail. It makes one hundred thirty four horsepower from a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with an electrified motor. The hybrid combo uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which functions like an automatic but does not shift. The transition inbetween the gas and electric-only driving modes is seamless, without the harsh shudder felt in some other hybrids.

Driving around town is not a problem, but passing and merging on the highway can require forethought and flooring the gas pedal. For a hybrid with better acceleration, check out the Ford C-Max Hybrid.

Prius v Gas Mileage: Good Fuel Economy, but Not the Best

With forty three mpg in the city and thirty nine mpg on the highway, it`s a little lighter to forgive the Prius v for its shortcomings. The C-Max Hybrid falls brief by one mpg both in the city and on the highway. The Toyota Prius reaches a higher 54/50 mpg city/highway.

Prius v Rail and Treating: Rails Better Than It Treats

Treating is abate in the Prius v, with steering that feels numb and over-assisted. Still, it remains secure and unruffled on twisting back roads. Other wagons, like the Subaru Outback and C-Max Hybrid, are more joy to drive because of their crisp treating. The Prius v rails well thanks to its wheelbase, which is longer than that of the standard Prius.

Like most hybrids, the Prius v uses regenerative brakes which capture kinetic energy to charge the lithium ion battery. Some test drivers say pedal feel is imprecise compared to nonhybrid cars. The brakes are effortless to get used to after driving a bit, and the Prius v’s work especially well.

Prius v Reliability

Is the Toyota Prius v Reliable?

In terms of reliability, the two thousand seventeen Prius v scores slightly above average with Trio.Five out of five from J.D. Power and Associates. Most Toyotas score better, including the standard Toyota Prius, which earns a score of four out of five. The Ford C-Max Hybrid earns a Two.Five out of five, one of the lowest scores possible.

Toyota Prius v Warranty

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v has a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Hybrid components are covered by an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty. These are typical warranties compared to rivals.

Prius v Safety

Prius v Crash Test Results

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety names the two thousand seventeen Prius v a Top Safety Pick+. The Prius v earns the highest rating of Good in all five crash test categories. Both the Subaru Outback and the standard Toyota Prius also receive a Top Safety Pick+ designation. The Ford C-Max Hybrid earns a rating of Good in four test categories but gets a score of Acceptable in the petite overlap front test, which measures how safe occupants will be if the front corner of the vehicle collides with an object like a telephone pole, a tree, or the corner of another vehicle.

Prius v Safety Features

A rearview camera comes standard in the two thousand seventeen Prius v. Advanced safety features include automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, and lane departure warning. However, you’ll have to upgrade to the highest trim then tack on a package to get these features. That brings the price to $34,270, which is much higher than the base price.

Adaptive cruise control maintains your Prius v`s speed and the distance inbetween you and the car in front of you. Forward collision warning with automatic braking notifies you of an imminent collision and applies the brakes to stop the car. Lane departure warning alerts you if you stray outside the lines without using your turn signal. For more information on these features, check out Today’s High-Tech Car Safety Features and What They Do.

If you’re looking for standard advanced safety features, check out the Toyota Prius. It comes with forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. Other features are available in the upper trims.

Which Toyota Prius v Model Is Right for Me?

The two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v comes in four trims: Two, Three, Four, and Five. (Note that there is no One model.) All come with a four-cylinder engine, an electrified motor, a continuously variable automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive.

For most folks, the Prius v Three will be the best choice. It comes with all of the standard equipment from the base Two trim, plus extra infotainment features and a display that provides information about the hybrid system and overall efficiency. With a high-tech wagon like the Prius v, it doesn’t make sense to skimp on these types of features – especially when the difference in price inbetween the Three and the base trim is only $1,385.

Toyota Prius v Two

Beginning at $26,675, the Two comes standard with automatic climate control, heated sideview mirrors, push-button begin, and a proximity key. There’s also a six-speaker Entune audio system, which comes with a 6.1-inch touch screen, USB ports, voice recognition, Siri Eyes Free, Bluetooth, and a rearview camera.

Toyota Prius v Three

For $28,060, the Prius v Three adds smartphone app connectivity, satellite radio, HD Radio, and a Four.2-inch multifunction display that shows fuel economy, hybrid system information, and other data normally found on a tour computer.

Toyota Prius v Four

The Four expands that list of features to include leatherette seats and a leatherette steering wheel, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver`s seat, and a built in universal garage door opener. This model goes for $29,695.

Toyota Prius v Five

The top-of-the-line Prius v Five, at $30,935, comes with all of the features of the previous trims, plus LED headlights, fog lights, and larger wheels. This model is available with the Advanced Technology package ($Trio,335), which includes a premium eight-speaker JBL audio system with a 6.1-inch touch-screen display, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking, lane departure warning, automatic high bars, a panoramic sunroof, and Safety Connect. Safety Connect is a service that provides emergency assistance, roadside assistance, automatic collision notification, and a stolen vehicle locator. With this package, the Prius v tops out at $34,270.

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The Final Call

While the Toyota Prius received a total redesign for 2016, the two thousand seventeen Toyota Prius v remains unchanged for another year. With its spacious cabin, roomy back-seat space, and large cargo hold, the Prius v stacks up well against other wagons. It gets forty three mpg in the city and thirty nine mpg on the highway. Few hybrids this size are as fuel-efficient.

However, the Prius v`s engine and electrical motor combine to produce one hundred thirty four horsepower, which is a much smaller number than most wagons, including the Subaru Outback. That means you`ll have to give yourself slew of room when passing or merging on the highway. Along with acceleration, the Prius v`s treating also disappoints. Considering the Prius v`s $26,000-plus price tag, its cheap interior materials might surprise you. If you want a sportier hybrid, check out the Ford C-Max Hybrid. For more efficiency and standard advanced safety features, go for the standard Prius.

Don`t just take our word for it. Check out comments from some of the reviews that drive our rankings and analysis.

“The numbers don’t lie, and they all strengthen the Prius v’s case as an excellent alternative to a petite crossover SUV: up to forty three mpg, over sixty seven cubic feet of cargo space with rear seats folded, and a commencing price around $27,500. Like a petite SUV, the Prius v has a roomy hatchback design and seating for five. It isn’t the swiftest thing on the road and its styling very likely won’t dazzle the neighborhood kids, but in terms of economics, efficiency and practicality, it’s hard to hammer the Prius v.” — Kelley Blue Book
“The two thousand sixteen Toyota Prius v wagon carries on, even however the regular Prius has been redesigned. Yet it still offers an appealing combination of hybrid car fuel economy and family-friendly cargo space.” — Edmunds (2016)
“Toyota simply took what was already appealing about the normal Prius – excellent fuel economy, a convenient rail, reasonable pricing – and elongated the car.” — Autotrader (2016)