Toyota Prius C 2011–2021 car dimensions: 3995 mm long, 1695 mm wide and 1445 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,134 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 484 litres.
Automatic climate control is standard across the range. Cruise control comes on mid and higher grades. A touchscreen display audio system is available on upper trims, often with navigation. From 2017 Toyota Safety Sense-C is standard, adding pre-collision automatic emergency braking and lane departure alert. An integrated reversing camera is standard from 2018 and available earlier on some grades. No factory Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, parking sensors or blind spot warning.
Cargo volume is 484 litres with the rear seats up. Higher grades have 60/40 split-folding rear seats for flexible loading. the base has a single-piece fold. The battery under the rear seat keeps the boot unobstructed.
The manufacturer does not rate or recommend the Prius C for towing. Payload is around 380 kg based on gross vehicle weight of 1514 kg and curb weight near 1134 kg. It suits light urban and commuting use rather than heavy work.
The cabin feels open and practical for a subcompact hatchback, with decent front headroom and legroom plus supportive seats that use extra foam in the lower back and side bolsters. Automatic climate control is standard across grades. Higher trims add SofTex seating surfaces and heated front seats, while a power moonroof is available on select grades for more light and air. The multi-information display and tilt-telescopic wheel with controls keep things simple and driver-focused.
EPA-estimated 53 city / 46 highway / 50 combined mpg for 2012 models
SULEV emissions rating
IIHS Top Safety Pick with Good ratings in moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints
Standard 9 airbags including driver knee and front seat-cushion airbags
Standard Star Safety System with VSC, TRAC, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology
Driver and front passenger Advanced Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats
Fuel economy tops the charts for non-plug-in vehicles in city driving at the 2012 launch, with the hybrid system delivering strong efficiency in urban use and a combined rating that keeps running costs low. Later years in the generation settle around the mid-40s combined as ratings evolve. Regular unleaded is all it needs.
Safety kit is comprehensive from the base model, with nine airbags and the full Star Safety System helping it earn IIHS Top Safety Pick status. Structure holds up well in key crash tests, and active head restraints plus whiplash-lessening seats add protection in rear impacts.
Living with the car centers on its hybrid simplicity and hatchback practicality. The 60/40 split rear seats and decent cargo space make daily errands easy, while the proven powertrain and standard features like automatic climate keep ownership straightforward without high complexity.
Length 3995 mm, Width 1695 mm, Height 1445 mm, Wheelbase 2550 mm (Prius C 2011–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota USA Pressroom, Toyota Canada 2016 Prius c brochure, Wikipedia Prius C.