Toyota Prius 1997-2003

The Toyota Prius, introduced from 1997 to 2003, marked a pioneering shift in the automotive industry as one of the first mass-produced hybrid vehicles. This generation of the Prius featured a distinctive and aerodynamic design, with a compact and practical hatchback body style. It was renowned for its innovative hybrid powertrain, combining a gasoline engine with an electric motor to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Inside, the Prius offered a comfortable, user-friendly cabin focused on fuel economy and environmental friendliness.

In terms of technology, this Prius integrated advanced features for its time, including a digital display showing real-time fuel economy information, regenerative braking to capture and reuse energy, and automatic climate control for enhanced efficiency. Safety features included standard airbags and antilock brakes. The Prius gained popularity for its impressive fuel economy and reduced environmental footprint, setting the stage for the hybrid revolution in the automotive industry. In summary, the Toyota Prius from 1997 to 2003 played a pivotal role in shaping the future of eco-friendly transportation, offering a practical and innovative hybrid solution for environmentally-conscious drivers.

Toyota Prius specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: XW10

Engine 1.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 20-FT LBS
• Oil capacity: 3.9 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.5L -Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity: 45 L. (11.9 gal, 9.9 Imp.gal)

Cooling System

• Type:
  • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
  •  Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
• Capacity:
  • For gasoline engine: 4.9 qt. (5.2 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
  • For electric motor and inverter and converter: 2.6 qt. (2.7 L, 2.3 Imp.qt.)

Hybrid Technology

• Type: Toyota Genuine ATF Type T–IV” or equivalent
• Capacity: 4.6 qt. (4.9 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)

Brakes

• Type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

Powertrain

Engine

• NHW10
  • Toyota Hybrid System
  • Gasoline: 1.5 L 1NZ-FXE DOHC I4
  • 13.5:1 compression
  • 43 kW (58 hp) @ 4000 rpm
  • 102 N·m (75 lb·ft) @ 4000 rpm
  • Electric: 288 V motor
  • 30 kW (40 hp) @ 940 rpm
  • 305 N·m (225 lb·ft) @ 0 rpm
• NHW11
  • Toyota Hybrid System
  • Gasoline: 1.5 L 1NZ-FXE DOHC I4 VVT-i
  • 13.0:1 compression
  • 52 kW (70 hp) @ 4500 rpm
  • 110 N·m (82 lb·ft) @ 4200 rpm
  • Electric: 273.6 V motor
  • 33 kW (44 hp) @ 1040 rpm
  • 350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @ 0 rpm
  • ULEV

Transmission

• 1-speed planetary gear

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9003

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Ash Tray Light Bulb: 74
• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Trunk Light Bulb: 194