2021 Toyota Prius

The 2021 Toyota Prius LE AWD-e is a hybrid compact sedan designed with efficiency and versatility in mind, offering a combination of impressive fuel economy and all-wheel-drive capabilities. Heres a detailed breakdown of its key features: Powertrain and Performance Engine: The Prius LE AWD-e is powered by a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine paired with an electric motor, generating a combined 121 horsepower. Transmission: It uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that helps optimize power delivery and fuel efficiency. All-Wheel Drive (AWD-e): This is a key feature of the LE AWD-e model, providing enhanced traction in inclement weather like rain or light snow. The electric motor on the rear axle activates automatically when needed to provide additional power to the rear wheels. Fuel Economy: One of the standout features is its remarkable fuel efficiency. The Prius LE AWD-e delivers an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined (51 mpg city/47 mpg highway). Exterior Dimensions: It has a compact and aerodynamic shape to improve fuel efficiency. The Prius LE AWD-es overall length is about 182.9 inches, width is 69.3 inches, and height is around 57.9 inches. Wheels: The vehicle rides on 17-inch wheels with low-rolling-resistance tires, which help boost fuel efficiency. Lighting: The Prius LE features LED headlights with automatic high beams, along with LED taillights. Its sleek exterior design is optimized for aerodynamics, helping improve efficiency and reduce wind noise. Interior Seating: The cabin can comfortably seat up to five passengers. The front seats are comfortable, with fabric upholstery, while the rear seats are split-folding 60/40 for added cargo flexibility. Cargo Space: The Prius offers a generous cargo area for a compact hybrid, with 27.4 cubic feet of space available with the rear seats up, which expands when you fold the seats down. Technology: Infotainment: The Prius LE AWD-e comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility. The system also includes Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and a USB port. Audio: A six-speaker audio system is standard, providing solid sound quality for its class. Climate Control: The vehicle comes with automatic climate control, which can be set to different temperature zones for the driver and passengers. Safety Features The 2021 Prius LE AWD-e comes standard with Toyotas Safety Sense 2.0 suite of driver-assistance features, which includes: Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection: Helps detect potential collisions and can apply the brakes if necessary. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist: Warns the driver if the vehicle drifts out of its lane and can gently steer it back. Adaptive Cruise Control: Maintains a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and adjusts speed accordingly. Lane Tracing Assist: Helps keep the vehicle centered in its lane. Road Sign Assist: Detects traffic signs and displays them on the dashboard.