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2008 Toyota Prius Specifications

  
Powertrain  
PowertrainInternal Combustion / Electric Motor
Engine  
ConfigurationI
Cylinders4
Displacement (cc)1497
Max. Power (bhp)76
Max. Torque (lbft)82
Max. Torque @RPM4200
Transmission  
Transmission TypeCVT
Forward Gears
Driveline  
Driven WheelsFWD
Body  
Generic TypeCar
No Side Doors4
Vehicle SizeSmall
Convertible TopNo
Exterior Dimensions  
Curb Weight (lb)2932
Wheelbase (in)106.3
Height - Body (in)58.1
Width - Body (in)67.9
Length (in)175.0
Front Track (in)59.3
Rear Track (in)58.3
Ground Clearance (in)5.9
Chassis  
Chassis TypeUnitized Body/Frame
Suspension  
Front Suspension - TypeMacPherson strut/lower arm
Rear Suspension - TypeTwist-beam axle
Brakes  
Front Brakes - TypeVented Disc
Rear Brakes - TypeDrum
ABSStd
Wheels / Tires  
Tire Size F (,R)
  • 185/65R15
  • 195/55R16 (Touring)
Seating  
Rows of Seats2
Interior Dimensions  
Head Room - 1st Row (in)39.1
Head Room - 2nd Row (in)37.1
Shlder Room - 1st Row (in)55.3
Shlder Room - 2nd Row (in)53.0
Hip Room - 1st Row (in)51.0
Hip Room - 2nd Row (in)51.6
Leg Room - 1st Row (in)41.9
Leg Room - 2nd Row (in)38.6
Seating Positions - 1st Row2
Seating Positions - 2nd Row3
Cargo Volume (cu ft)16.1
Utility  
Cargo ConfigurationHatchback
Fuel Economy  
EPA City (mpg)48
EPA Hwy (mpg)45