Toyota Prius V FAQs

• What is the difference between a Prius and a Prius V?

  The Prius V is a modified take on the original Prius that provides more cargo space for those seeking extra versatility and practicality. This means that in the back of the Toyota V you will find extra room, all up, there is approximately 10 cubic feet more of cargo space in the Prius V compared with the standard model. That could make all the difference for new car buyers eyeing a small hatch that can still tackle all the day-to-day errands in your life.

• Is the Toyota Prius V discontinued?

  In the US, the Prius V was discontinued in 2017, meaning it was also the last model year produced. The decision to retire the Prius V came from the fact that Toyota saw a marked level of interest and success in the RAV4 Hybrid after its 2016 launch, which effectively cannibalised sales of the Prius V among hybrid buyers. In Australia, the Prius V is still being sold across the country, and despite a surge in popularity in the RAV4 Hybrid among local car buyers, the Prius V is still being pushed by Toyota.

• What does the V stand for in Prius V?

  The Toyota Prius V also goes by the names of Prius α (Alpha) in Japan, and Prius+ in Europe and Singapore. The 'V' used in the name locally stands for "Versatile", which is quite fitting considering the extra cargo space on offer here that opens up the number of uses for this hatch. Of course, if this larger take on the standard Prius still isn't quite as commodious as you had in mind, the RAV4 Hybrid is a suitable alternative in the SUV category, with its own set of appealing 'green' credentials.