2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid: Trims, Pricing & Interior Guide

Choosing the right 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid starts with understanding what each trim offers and what comes standard inside the cabin. For 2026, the lineup grows to four trims — SE, XSE, Nightshade Edition, and XSE Premium — with starting MSRPs ranging from $33,775 to $40,470. (Note: this model was known as the Prius Prime through 2024 — Toyota simplified the name to "Plug-In Hybrid" beginning with the 2025 model year.) This guide from North Hollywood Toyota breaks down every trim, the verified starting MSRP, and the interior features you'll find at each level.

2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid Trim Lineup & Pricing

Four trims are offered for the 2026 model year, ranging from the value-focused SE to the loaded XSE Premium.

Trim	Base MSRP*	EPA-Est. EV Range	EPA-Est. Combined MPGe	EPA-Est. Combined MPG
SE	$33,775	44 miles	127 MPGe	52 mpg
XSE	$37,025	39 miles	114 MPGe	48 mpg
Nightshade Edition	$37,795	39 miles	114 MPGe	48 mpg
XSE Premium	$40,470	39 miles	114 MPGe	48 mpg

*MSRP shown excludes the $1,195 destination charge, taxes, license, and dealer fees.

Trim-by-Trim Feature Breakdown

Every 2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, an 8.0-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, six USB-C ports, a heated leather-trimmed steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Here's how each trim builds on that foundation.

SE — The Value Entry

The SE is the lineup's value entry and the most efficient configuration in the family. Inside, it features cloth upholstery with red accents and 6-way manually adjustable front seats — a clean cabin focused on the essentials. Outside, 17-inch alloy wheels and standard LED exterior lighting give the SE its tidy, aerodynamic look.

SE Standard Features:

• 17-inch alloy wheels (195/60R17)
• Cloth upholstery (black fabric with red accents)
• 6-way manually adjustable front seats
• Single-zone automatic climate control
• LED exterior lighting (slim headlights, rear light bar)
• Push-button start with proximity keyless entry
• Heated leather-trimmed steering wheel
• 8.0-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen
• 7-inch top-mount digital instrument cluster
• Wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Amazon Alexa
• Six USB-C ports and Wi-Fi hotspot capability

XSE — The Volume Pick

Stepping up to the XSE adds the meaningful interior upgrades that most buyers notice first: SofTex®-trimmed heated front seats with 8-way power adjustment for the driver, Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Outside, 19-inch alloy wheels and BI-LED projector headlights complete the more premium look.

XSE Adds (Over SE):

• 19-inch alloy wheels (195/50R19)
• BI-LED projector headlights
• SofTex®-trimmed front seats with heating
• 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat
• Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• HomeLink® universal garage door opener
• Standard front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking
• Available 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen ($610)

Nightshade Edition — Blacked-Out Style

New for 2026, the Nightshade Edition is built on the XSE and adds an unmistakable blackout treatment for shoppers who want bolder visual presence. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully crafted all-black SofTex® interior with gray contrast stitching and carbon-fiber dashboard accents. Outside, 19-inch black alloy wheels, black badging, and black exterior trim throughout.

Nightshade Edition Adds (to XSE):

• 19-inch BLACK alloy wheels
• Black exterior badging
• Black bumper trim, door handles, and shark-fin antenna
• Black SofTex® interior with gray contrast stitching
• Carbon-fiber dashboard accents

XSE Premium — Top of the Line

The XSE Premium delivers the most refined Prius Plug-In Hybrid experience available. The cabin upgrades to the larger 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, an 8-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with amplifier, ventilated and heated front seats, and driver's seat memory settings. A fixed panoramic glass roof, power liftgate, and Digital Key smartphone-as-key capability round out the convenience features.

XSE Premium Adds (Over XSE):

• 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen (standard)
• 8-speaker JBL® Premium Audio with amplifier
• Fixed panoramic glass roof
• Ventilated and heated front seats
• Driver's seat memory settings
• Power liftgate
• Digital Key (smartphone-as-key, via Remote Connect)

XSE Premium Available Options:

• 185W solar charging roof ($610)
• Heated rear seats ($350)
• Digital rearview mirror ($200)
• Advanced Technology Package ($1,085) — surround-view camera + hands-free park assist

Interior Comfort & Cargo

The 2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid is a 5-passenger hatchback with thoughtfully designed cabin space. Front-seat passengers enjoy generous headroom and a low, sporty driving position that gives the Prius its distinctive feel. Rear-seat passengers get 35.9 inches of legroom and 52.8 inches of shoulder room — comfortable for adults on most trips.

Cabin Dimensions

Dimension	Measurement
Seating capacity	5 passengers
Total passenger volume	91.2 cu ft
Rear legroom	35.9 inches
Rear headroom	36.4 inches
Rear shoulder room	52.8 inches
Cargo behind rear seats	20.3 cu ft
Cargo with rear seats folded	26.7 cu ft

Cargo Flexibility

Behind the rear seats sits 20.3 cubic feet of cargo space — easily handling weekly grocery runs, an airline carry-on plus a checked bag, or sports gear for two. Fold down one or both 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks and cargo expands to 26.7 cubic feet, accommodating golf bags, a bike (front wheel off), or weekend luggage for a road trip.

Seating & Comfort by Trim

Trim	Front Seat Material	Driver's Seat Adjustment	Heated / Ventilated Seats
SE	Cloth (black with red accents)	6-way manual	—
XSE	SofTex® (synthetic leather)	8-way power	Heated front seats standard
Nightshade Edition	Black SofTex® with gray stitching	8-way power	Heated front seats standard
XSE Premium	SofTex® with memory settings	8-way power with memory	Heated and ventilated front seats standard; heated rear seats optional ($350)

In-Cabin Technology

The 2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid pairs Toyota's latest Audio Multimedia system with thoughtful charging, connectivity, and convenience features across every trim.

Touchscreens & Smartphone Integration

The SE, XSE, and Nightshade Edition come standard with an 8.0-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen. The XSE Premium upgrades to a larger 12.3-inch display — also available as a $610 option on the XSE. Both screen sizes feature wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, so you can connect your phone without cables. The system supports voice commands, cloud-based navigation, and over-the-air updates on supported features.

Audio System

Audio is a 6-speaker system as standard on the SE, XSE, and Nightshade Edition. The XSE Premium upgrades to an 8-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system with amplifier for a richer, more concert-like sound experience.

Device Charging & Ports

Every 2026 Prius Plug-In Hybrid includes six USB-C charging ports distributed throughout the cabin for passenger devices. Wireless Qi-compatible smartphone charging is standard from the XSE on up — a small but useful touch for anyone tired of plugging in.

Digital Instrument Cluster

A 7-inch top-mount Multi-Information Display sits above the steering wheel on every trim, displaying driving information, energy flow between gas engine and electric motor, and remaining EV range. Amazon Alexa compatibility is also standard for hands-free smart-home control from the driver's seat.

Connected Services

Service	What It Does
Toyota App	Vehicle status, lock/unlock, charging schedule, climate pre-conditioning
Drive Connect	Cloud navigation, voice assistance, Traffic Jam Assist
Safety Connect	Emergency SOS, automatic collision notification, 24/7 roadside assistance
Remote Connect	Remote vehicle features, including Digital Key on XSE Premium

One-year trial subscriptions are included on select grades.