Toyota Prius: How to Open Trunk

So, you can’t figure out how to open the trunk on the Toyota Prius? You’re not the only one. We show you how to open the trunk/rear door on the Toyota Prius.

2016 – 2023 Models

Option 1 – Rear Button

• From the outside of the vehicle, press the button located under the Toyota logo on the trunk/hatch
• Raise the trunk.
  

Option 2 – Manual Release

Use this method if you no longer have power to open the trunk manually from the inside of the vehicle.

1. Flip the back seats down.
2. Access the toolbox under the carpeting behind the rear seats. You can open it by twisting the two knobs and opening it.
3. A piece of plastic may be covering the trunk release. If so, remove the plastic.
4. Using two fingers, pull the lever in the trunk release hole toward you, and the trunk should pop open.
5. Newer models will require you to insert a screwdriver and move a lever downward.
   

2001 – 2015 Models

To open your trunk, follow the steps outlined in the 2016 – 2023 Models above.

Differences:

• You must unlock your Prius to access the trunk.
• To unlock your Prius, use your keyfob or power locks on the front doors’ side panels.

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