Noise level and insulation

I've not seen comparative noise measurements between trims, but the top build variant (XSE Premium in USA, or top two trims in Europe) does have a bit more sound insulation. Differences I'm aware of are laminated front side windows, and some better between-engine-and-dash insulation.

A previous short thread on it here:

The question of sound deadening insulation throughout the range | PriusChat

 

Not fooling me, if there is more deadening in the Limited it's still not enough. I don't find the engine noise to be particularly loud , my main complaint is the road noise by far. The sound comes from the footwells and doors. I will be focusing my deadening efforts to those areas.

 

Exactly. Since I changed tires from the garbage Toyos it's been quieter.
I plan on doing some sound deadening myself......after I take care of the spare tire storage in the back