The Prius line received a serious boost when Toyota introduced the 2017 Prius Prime. With better styling, new interior equipment, and twice as much range of the old plug-in Prius, Toyota finally placed a serious plug-in on the market. The Prius Prime trails other PHEV sedans in both all-electric range and driving dynamics, but is a step up for brand-loyal Prius owners.

The Prime features crisp lines, aggressive angles, and futuristic LED lighting. The car is longer, wider, and lower than the previous Prius for improved interior space, cargo capacity, and sportier handling. The Prius Prime’s powertrain is a hybrid system with an internal combustion engine and an 8.8-kWh battery. Performance is still decidedly Prius-like, which is to say calm and unhurried.

The new aerodynamics and battery afford the Prius Prime an estimated 25 miles of EV range. This distance gets the average commuter to their workplace on a single charge. Prime drivers with access to a 240v charger can juice up in two and a half hours. Five and a half hours will top it off using any standard 120v outlet.

Inside is an 11.6-inch infotainment display, heated seats, and automatic climate control as standard equipment. For Prius lovers, this is a Prime opportunity to electrify more driving miles.