Toyota Prius 2003–2009 car dimensions: 4445 mm long, 1725 mm wide and 1490 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,310 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 408 litres.
The cabin has a standard multi-information LCD display that shows hybrid system data, fuel use, climate settings and audio. Automatic climate control with air filtration is standard on all models. Cruise control is standard. A navigation system with touch controls is available on higher grades. Reversing camera became available from 2006 on select grades with the multi-display. No parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning or lane keep systems are listed in period specifications.
Boot space is 408 litres with rear seats up. The 60/40 split-folding rear seats expand capacity to 1210 litres. Under-floor storage is included.
Manufacturer specifications list no towing capacity. Owner manuals state the vehicle is not designed or recommended for trailer towing. Payload is given as 365 kg total load capacity for occupants and cargo.
No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages appear in brochures or specs for this generation. The car suits light passenger and cargo use.
The cabin offers midsize-like space with solid front and rear legroom plus a versatile 60/40 split-folding rear seat and hatch for cargo. Standard automatic climate control with filter, multi-information display, cruise control, power windows and locks, tilt steering with controls, and fabric bucket seats keep daily driving practical and quiet thanks to the hybrid system. Optional packages add leather, power driver seat, and premium audio.
EPA fuel economy 60 city/51 highway/55 combined mpg
Hybrid components covered by 8-year/100,000-mile warranty
Euro NCAP 5-star adult occupant rating
Standard ABS with EBD and Brake Assist plus dual front airbags
Available side and curtain airbags plus VSC
The hybrid system delivers strong real-world efficiency with EPA ratings around 55 mpg combined on a 11.9-gallon tank, letting owners go long stretches between fill-ups while running clean as an AT-PZEV.
Servicing follows Toyota intervals with oil changes and checks at regular mileage points and major services involving filters around 30,000 miles. the hybrid setup needs no special frequent attention beyond standard items and benefits from regenerative braking that reduces pad wear.
Safety includes a strong body structure earning 5 stars in Euro NCAP adult protection and solid NHTSA scores, with standard dual airbags, pretensioners, ABS/EBD/BA, and child anchors. side/curtain airbags and stability control came available then became more widely standard.
Keeping the car means routine hybrid battery and coolant checks at higher mileages plus monitoring the inverter. overall reliability stays high with proper care of the simple e-CVT and NiMH pack.
Length 4445 mm, Width 1725 mm, Height 1490 mm, Wheelbase 2700 mm (Prius 2003–2009)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota owner manual, Toyota brochures/press specs.