Slim LED headlights
Prime has "ultra-low-profile" LED headlights to differentiate from the non-plug-in Prius liftback hybrid.
Futuristic IP
The car's futuristic exterior carries into the interior, where a huge new touchscreen, standard on middle and top grades, joins white glossy trim, faux leather surfaces.
Large rear center console
What the Prime lacks in a middle seat it makes up for with its long and wide center box.
Wavy glass
Wavy rear glass distinguishes Prime from liftback, also makes car more aerodynamic.
Base center stack
The base grade Prius Plus gets a smaller touchscreen similar to that in Prius liftback.
Level 1 or Level 2 charging
Prius Prime charges for about 5 1/2 hours on 120V Level 1 charger or 2 hours and 10 minutes on 240V Level 2 charger.
Prius 1.8L Engine
The Prime gets the Prius liftback's 1.8L Atkinson-cycle 4-cyl., a 2016 Wards 10 Best Engines winner.
Grille overlay
A translucent grille overlay differentiates Prime front end from liftback's, although it does increase drag.
Touchscreen biggest yet
Prime Premium and Advanced grades get Toyota's biggest touchscreen yet, an 11.6-in. high-res display. Map always is on screen, some virtual buttons small.
Prime's three grades
Prime Plus, Premium and Advanced grades (left to right) shown above. Plus starts at $27,100, Premium is $28,800 and Advanced is $33,100.
Interior eye catching
Prime's interior is eye-catching mix of light and dark tones. Faux leather SofTex seats have turquoise-blue stitching. Turquoise also rings vents.