Choose a Prius, any Prius. Toyota has taken its popular Prius line and expanded it to become a family of vehicles. That family includes the most plug-in, subcompact, third-generation model and now a wagon model. That wagon model is called the Prius V, and the “v” stands for versatility as well as utility. The spacious Prius V is priced at $ 26,550 and offers buyers a car that offers exceptional fuel efficiency.

Hybrid system

The 2012 Toyota Prius V is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 98 horsepower at 5,200 and 105 pound-feet of torque at 4,000 rpm. This engine is paired with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.

The Prius V also features a sealed nickel metal hydride hybrid battery pack, which stores energy that turns the electric motor. This model offers 134 net horsepower.

Fuel economy

The Prius V delivers 44 mpg city, 40 mpg highway according to the EPA. Its 11.9 gallon fuel tank gives this vehicle a cruising range of nearly 480 miles, or enough to get it from New York to Washington, DC and back with one tank of fuel.

Model Dimensions

This model weighs 3,274 pounds and seats five passengers. Passenger volume measures 97.2 cubic feet. Storage volume is 34.3 cubic feet behind the rear seat or 67.3 cubic feet with the rear seat folded down.

Front headroom measures 39.6 inches; there are 38.6 inches at the rear. Legroom in the front measures 41.3 inches; there are 35.9 inches at the rear. Hip room measures 53.5 inches in the front and back. Shoulder room is 55.9 inches in the front and 55.2 inches in the rear.

Model details

All Prius V models feature halogen projection headlamps with automatic on / off function. This model sports 16-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, LED taillights and LED brake lights. Heated side mirrors, a rear windshield wiper, and a rear spoiler are standard.

Inside, the Prius V comes equipped with climate control, power adjustable driver’s seat, front and rear cup holders, power windows and door locks, a tilt and telescopic steering column, cruise control, map lights, wide storage compartments, rear area and cargo lamps, a 12-volt outlet and a cargo cover.

A 6-speaker audio system is standard. An Enhanced Audio System with Entune Navigation and Telematics is also available. Top-of-the-line models bring an HDD navigation system, additional security features, and Bluetooth connectivity.