General discussion for the 2016 4th Generation Toyota Prius. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:39:39 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:39:39 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/gen-4-prius-main-forum.138/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:10:56 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/front-lighter-charger-stopped-working-how-to-troubleshoot.259541/ https://priuschat.com/threads/front-lighter-charger-stopped-working-how-to-troubleshoot.259541/ invalid@example.com (Victorio Mo) Victorio Mo in 2016 Prius Lighter Charger located in front stop working. The other on the rear is working OK.
Is this could be some fuse problem ?

Anybody tried to fix it?
Thanks to all

Dai]]> 10 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:46:44 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/question-about-battery-bar-on-prius-2018.259529/ https://priuschat.com/threads/question-about-battery-bar-on-prius-2018.259529/ invalid@example.com (Kenashi) Kenashi 5 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:26:02 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/what-is-used-to-hold-12-volt-battery-in-down-prius-prime.259619/ https://priuschat.com/threads/what-is-used-to-hold-12-volt-battery-in-down-prius-prime.259619/ invalid@example.com (Frank Roche) Frank Roche
So what is the real Toyota part number? or am I reading that drawing wrong

My used Prius Prime didn't have a hold down on the 12 volt.]]> 5 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:55:39 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/wife-never-learns-her-lesson.225677/ https://priuschat.com/threads/wife-never-learns-her-lesson.225677/ invalid@example.com (Frederickdawg) Frederickdawg I’ve asked for the old battery back so that I can verify it’s the actual old dead battery....

Wife never learns her lesson.]]> 30 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:32:06 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/215-50r17-safe-to-run.259538/ https://priuschat.com/threads/215-50r17-safe-to-run.259538/ invalid@example.com (DonutHands) DonutHands 5 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:25:46 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/toyota-true-start-2017-prius-2-battery.259567/ https://priuschat.com/threads/toyota-true-start-2017-prius-2-battery.259567/ invalid@example.com (TinyTim) TinyTim TrueStart H4 (EN)
The Toyota dealer parts site claims it's an exact fit for my Prius. My dealership is now part of the dealer network. I have a 25% off coupon. This appears to be the new battery for the Gen 4 Prius. Does anybody have any experience with this specific battery?]]> 1 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:27:25 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-4-suspension-oem-strut-differences.243562/ https://priuschat.com/threads/gen-4-suspension-oem-strut-differences.243562/ invalid@example.com (Soobz) Soobz I am posting about OEM suspension differences, and hoping to get some insight from experienced members.
This does NOT relate to aftermarket suspension set-ups.

I am going to replace my struts and or springs by making my own assembled piece. (I can not find and OEM one pre built). This will be for both front and rear. My car is a 2017 Prius Two.

First of all regarding suspension differences between 2016-2018 I understand there is a difference between the suspensions of touring...

Gen 4 Suspension OEM Strut differences]]> 1 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:32:21 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-prevent-scrunching-the-front-end-up-over-a-curb.259397/ https://priuschat.com/threads/how-to-prevent-scrunching-the-front-end-up-over-a-curb.259397/ invalid@example.com (Kenatsun) Kenatsun 11 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:45:08 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/7-touchscreen-radio-longevity-issues.247283/ https://priuschat.com/threads/7-touchscreen-radio-longevity-issues.247283/ invalid@example.com (ocean view) ocean view 4 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:44:40 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-prius-prime-182-000-miles-maintenance-visit-dealer.259314/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2020-prius-prime-182-000-miles-maintenance-visit-dealer.259314/ invalid@example.com (Moe_b) Moe_b
The car runs...

2020 Prius Prime 182,000 miles - maintenance visit dealer]]> 6 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:27:41 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/2019-prius-crossbar-endcap-key.215225/ https://priuschat.com/threads/2019-prius-crossbar-endcap-key.215225/ invalid@example.com (salmburg) salmburg 6 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:59:05 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/torn-between-2013-prius-c-and-2016-prius.259218/ https://priuschat.com/threads/torn-between-2013-prius-c-and-2016-prius.259218/ invalid@example.com (Hefner88) Hefner88
2016 Prius 4 touring - 238k miles - clean title - 6k

2013 Prius C - 168k - clean title - $4k

The 2016 is a lot nicer looking imo, better tech, etc just dont know if the 238k should scare me off lol]]> 6 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:28:55 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/what-are-some-good-aftermarket-brands-for-cv-axles-for-my-2017-prius.259140/ https://priuschat.com/threads/what-are-some-good-aftermarket-brands-for-cv-axles-for-my-2017-prius.259140/ invalid@example.com (Pdizzle) Pdizzle 5 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:01:05 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/hybrid-warranty-for-2017-prius.251953/ https://priuschat.com/threads/hybrid-warranty-for-2017-prius.251953/ invalid@example.com (davecook89t) davecook89t
Hybrid Warranty for 2017 Prius]]> 14 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:15:57 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/issue-selling-2017-prius-to-carvana-due-to-diagnostic-scan.259123/ https://priuschat.com/threads/issue-selling-2017-prius-to-carvana-due-to-diagnostic-scan.259123/ invalid@example.com (S1n) S1n
I am selling my 2017 Prius to Carvana and ran into an issue during my drop off appointment yesterday. When the advocate inspected the car, their diagnostic scan tool (Bluetooth dongle), which is FIXD brand, was not able to read my vehicle. It connected but the message indicated that the car was not responding to the sensor. Because they were required to submit a successful scan to their system, they were unable to proceed with the purchase. The advocate asked me to reschedule...

Issue selling 2017 Prius to Carvana due to diagnostic scan]]> 9 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:32:11 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/removal-of-front-grill-on-2017-prius-prime.258772/ https://priuschat.com/threads/removal-of-front-grill-on-2017-prius-prime.258772/ invalid@example.com (ZipZap) ZipZap
I'm looking for advice on how to remove the front grill section on my Prius Prime. I removed a number of fasteners, but it seems there are more that I cannot get to without removing the headlights. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks!]]> 5 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:38:07 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/do-higher-no_x-numbers-explain-ecos-much-superior-fuel-efficiency.161638/ https://priuschat.com/threads/do-higher-no_x-numbers-explain-ecos-much-superior-fuel-efficiency.161638/ invalid@example.com (Gokhan) Gokhan
It's not the Li-ion battery, as most Prius models have the Li-ion battery. It's not the tires, as they are the same size and probably the same brand and model as well. Small increase in the recommended tire pressure wouldn't explain the huge difference in MPG. The aerodynamics are identical according to Toyota specs. The difference in tested weight between the...

Do higher NO_x numbers explain Eco's much superior fuel efficiency?]]> 115 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:05:29 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/quietest-all-seasons-for-15-wheels.258306/ https://priuschat.com/threads/quietest-all-seasons-for-15-wheels.258306/ invalid@example.com (Ben Vaughan) Ben Vaughan 18 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:54:24 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/need-advice-for-first-car-purchase-prius-4-2016-us-import.258802/ https://priuschat.com/threads/need-advice-for-first-car-purchase-prius-4-2016-us-import.258802/ invalid@example.com (Bryan09) Bryan09
I will visit a private seller tomorrow to look at this Prius 4. I'm currently in contact with a Toyota dealership that might be willing to check the car to see the maintenance history in the US. The private seller seems trustworthy and has good reviews. Is there anything to keep in mind? The last service has not been done at Toyota and therefore there is no Toyota Relax warranty. I'm thankful for every advice!...

Need advice for first car purchase: Prius 4 2016 US import]]> 1 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:12:47 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/recommend-tires-for-pnw.258803/ https://priuschat.com/threads/recommend-tires-for-pnw.258803/ invalid@example.com (iLikeTurtles) iLikeTurtles
Recommend tires for PNW]]>