Leftlane has had detailed specifications, feature lists and trim level breakdowns on our buyers guide page for the Toyota Prius c for some time now, but today Japan’s number one automaker has announced pricing for the first time.
The 2012 Toyota Prius c can be had in four flavors, “One, Two, Three,” or “Four.” The base model, Prius c One, begins at $18,950 plus the mandatory $760 destination charge, putting the effective starting price at $19,710 with no options.
Full pricing chart
Prius c One – $19,710
Prius c Two – $20,660
Prius c Three – $22,395
Prius c Four – $23,990
*All prices above include $760 destination charge.
Options: Starting with the Prius c Three, buyers can add a power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade for $850 and 15-inch 8-spoke alloy wheels with P175/65R15 tires for $390.
For the range-topping Prius c Four, the same power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade can be added for $850, along with either 16-inch 8-spoke alloy wheels with P195/50R16 tires for $300 or a the 16-inch Alloy Wheel Package which combines 16-inch 8-spoke alloy wheels with P195/50R16 tires and power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade for $1,150.
All four trim levels feature the same Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.5-liter DOHC, 16-valve engine with VVT-i engine with a 60 horsepower permanent magnet AC synchronous motor, along with a 144-volt nickel-metal hydride battery generating 25.9 horsepower of electric propulsion for a total hybrid system net output of 99 horsepower.
The Prius c One base grade features standard automatic climate control, tilt-telescopic steering wheel with audio, climate, remote keyless entry with illuminated entry, multi-information display and Bluetooth hands free phone controls.
Stepping up to the Prius c Two grade adds a 6-speaker audio system, variable intermittent windshield wipers, a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat with adjustable headrests, cruise control, engine immobilizer, center console with armrest and storage compartment, and a cargo area tonneau cover.
The Prius c Three grade largely aims to enhance the technology in the vehicle with improved audio and connectivity. The Prius c Three includes a Display Audio system with Navigation and Entune that adds a 6.1-inch touchscreen, Sirius XM Satellite Radio capability (includes 3 month trial subscription to XM Select Package), HD Radio with iTune® Tagging, USB port with iPod connectivity and control, vehicle information with customizable settings, and advanced voice recognition. In addition, the Prius c Three grade includes color-keyed outside door handles with touch- sensor lock/unlock feature, a tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, climate, Multi-information Display, Bluetooth hands free phone and voice command controls, a Touch Tracer Display, and a Smart Key System on the front doors and liftgate with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry. The Prius c Three allows buyers to add 15-inch alloy wheels and a power tilt/slide moonroof with sunshade as optional equipment.
The Prius c Four grade, which is the range-topper, adds 15-inch, 8-spoke alloy wheels, Softex-trimmed heated front seats, color-keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, and integrated fog lamps. From there, buyers can add 16-inch, 8-spoke alloy wheels with 195/50R16 tires and power tilt telescopic moonroof with sunshade.
All grades of the Prius c come equipped with nine standard airbags, driver and front passenger Advanced Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats and Toyota’s Star Safety System that includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), and Smart Stop Technology (SST).
Look for the Prius c to begin arriving at dealers this March.
