The Toyota Prius is a hybrid hatchback that pioneered mass produced hybrid technology for Toyota, spanning several generations sold between 2003 and 2021. The most common Prius fitment takes a 26 inch (650mm) blade on the driver side and a 16 inch (400mm) blade on the passenger side, though sizes and connector type vary by generation. Front wipers use a J-Hook connector on the XW20 and XW30 generations, while the XW50 switches to a GWB044 push button connector, and all generations are fitted with a rear wiper as standard. Find your vehicle year in the table below.

Hatchback (XW20)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2003 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2004 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2005 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2006 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2007 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now
2008 26" (650mm) 18" (450mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (XW30)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2009 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2010 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2011 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2012 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2013 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2014 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2015 26" (650mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Hatchback (XW50)

Year Driver Side Passenger Side Buy and Save 50% Off RRP
2016 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2017 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2018 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2019 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2020 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now
2021 28" (700mm) 16" (400mm) Buy Now

Frequently Asked Questions

What size wiper blades does a Toyota Prius take?

Wiper blade sizes for the Toyota Prius vary by generation. The XW20 (2003-2009) takes a 26 inch driver and 18 inch passenger blade, the XW30 (2009-2015) takes a 26 inch driver and 16 inch passenger blade, and the XW50 (2016-2021) takes a 28 inch driver and 16 inch passenger blade. Confirming the exact generation ensures the correct size is ordered.

Does the Toyota Prius have a rear wiper?

Yes, every Prius generation covered here is fitted with a rear wiper blade as standard. All three generations use a 16 inch (400mm) rear blade, sold separately from the front pair. Replacing all three blades together keeps visibility consistent front and rear.

What wiper connector does the Toyota Prius use?

The XW20 and XW30 Prius generations use a J-Hook connector on the front wipers. The XW50 generation switches to a GWB044 push button connector, so owners of newer models should check this before ordering. Getting the connector type right avoids a blade that will not clip onto the arm.

Why did the Prius wiper connector change on the XW50?

Toyota moved to a push button style GWB044 connector on the XW50 Prius as part of a broader shift toward tool free wiper designs used across newer model ranges. This connector allows the blade to be swapped without exposed hooks or adaptors. It is not compatible with the J-Hook blades used on earlier XW20 and XW30 models.

How often should I replace Toyota Prius wiper blades?

Toyota recommends replacing wiper blades every 6 to 12 months, or sooner if streaking or chatter appears. Hybrid drivers who do a lot of highway kilometres may notice wear faster due to higher wiper cycle counts. Regular checks help maintain clear visibility across all Prius generations.

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