Hello I see a lot of threads about the uncomfortable seats in the Gen 3 Prius, but haven't found a thread that is decisive regarding fitment. I have 2015 Prius Two with mechanical adjustments. I believe all seats have airbags? I don't care about cloth/vinyl and am looking for OEM or aftermarket seats that will improve comfort. I don't mind using brackets or transferring my airbag but would prefer to avoid setting codes or having my airbag light on. Has anyone had success with aftermarkets or is there a bolt-in seat from other Toyota models? I see that Lexus CT200H seats would fit, but they're all powered. Adding wiring seems like a headache. Thanks!
My sympathies! Seats of the Prius Two have the same fault as did those of my earlier, cheaper, smaller Japanese cars----the saggy middle of the backrest provides insufficient lumbar support. I fixed that deficiency in the older, pre-airbag seats by taking the backrest apart and adding steel reinforcing straps and hardboard between the straps and the existing zig-zag springs. .I haven't done the same to the Prius because I'm intimidated by the air bags. Let us know what you work out.
That's a great idea! I wouldn't have thought of modifying the existing seat to be more comfortable. I thought my springs were sagging after 200k+ miles, but the more I read, I realize it was probably bad just coming off the assembly line. I have reupholstered a couple of seats, and the foam was available in junkyards. Also pulled the airbag from an old seat and installed into a newer one. Usually it's just 2x 10mm bolts after you undo some Velcro on the seat cover (possibly this is federally mandated as they all seem similar?) Obviously disconnect all voltage to the airbag. I've got a lead on some newer Camry seats that may bolt up. Will update the thread as I know more.
200H they should be the way to go if you can find them in good shape . Wiring would be minimal pick up a hot in the ground for each seat powered
OK but shouldn't those wires run to the fuse panel? Or maybe I can get away with an inline fuse? Also there are two electric motors I believe. Guessing they can draw up to 10A if my fat nice person is in the chair? Thanks
