2015 Toyota Prius v Five
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- Photo: 2017 Toyota Prius v in Magnetic Grey Metallic, Front Right, 09-05-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2012-2015 Toyota Prius V (ZVW40R) wagon (2018-09-28) 01 by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Efusco Prius v Preview by Flickr user efusco (Evan Fusco), CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Toyota Prius v Luxury Package in Toasted Walnut Pearl, Rear Right, 01-16-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Prius v WAS 2012 0673 by Mariordo - Mario Roberto Durán Ortiz, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2015 Toyota Prius v Five is a 134-hp 1.8-liter with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $30,935 MSRP and is rated at 42 mpg combined.
It makes 134 horsepower and 105 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 5,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 44 mpg city and 40 mpg highway (42 mpg combined).
The Prius v measures 182.9 inches long on a 109.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $30,935 ($42,421 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $31,760 ($43,553 *) |
| Destination Charge | $825 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8-Liter Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve VVT-i Atkinson-cycle gas engine (98 hp @ 5200 rpm) + Permanent Magnet AC Synchronous electric motor (80 hp) + Sealed Ni-MH battery, Hybrid Synergy Drive |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 134 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-Valve VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.17 in. x 3.48 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-point EFI with Electronic Throttle Control System with intelligence (ETCS-i) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 44 MPG |
| Highway | 40 MPG |
| Combined | 42 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 11.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut front suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam rear suspension |
| Turning Diameter | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Power-assisted ventilated front disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid rear disc brakes with integrated regenerative braking and Star Safety System |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 17-in. |
| Tires Front | P215/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.9 in |
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 62 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Front Track | 60.2 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 34.3 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (13.6 % risk) |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota PRIUS V. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 24, 2020 · HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM: INVERTER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Prius and 2014-2017 Prius V vehicles not included in recall 18V-684. Excessive voltage in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) within the inverter may cause the hybrid system to shut down, causing the vehicle to stall while being driven.
Consequence: An unexpected hybrid power system shut down may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update for the hybrid system. If the vehicle has experienced an inverter failure with certain hybrid system faults related to this condition, the inverter assembly will be repaired or replaced, prior to software update. All repairs will be performed free of charge. This recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TB10 / 20TA10.
NHTSA campaign 20V369000
Jan 16, 2015 · AIR BAGS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota Prius V vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to January 7, 2015. The occupant classification system (OCS) that activates or deactivates the passenger seat air bag system may be improperly calibrated. As a result, the passenger air bag may not deploy in a vehicle crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: If the air bag does not deploy as intended, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will re-calibrate of the OCS system, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 15V013000
139 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota PRIUS V
Owner Complaints
139 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota PRIUS V (28 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 61 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.