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2020 Prius - how to add USB port

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by Raaz, Sep 7, 2024.

  1. Raaz

    Raaz New Member

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    Hello all,
    I bought 2020 Prius (6AA-ZVW51). It doesn’t have any USB ports around the steering wheel neither on central console, I have a cigarette charger which is quite far from steering.
    Is there a way I can add one? It’s kinda handy to have the USB around to keep mobile on charge while driving. I see some empty slots (image attached) and was wondering what kind of usb I can buy? There are few after market available but I’m not sure which one would fit into my trim.
     

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  2. AzWxGuy

    AzWxGuy Weather Guy

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    There are all sorts of chargers that plug into that 12V socket. Why would you want USB so close to the steering wheel? The 12V socket might be inconveniently placed in the center of the vehicle, but most charging cables are long enough to reach from almost anywhere within the vehicle. Several years ago I found a charger on Amazon that has two USB ports and a digital display of voltage which changes to charging current when charging. Finding something that will retrofit into the dashboard might be rather difficult. I should also add that I'm not at all familiar with the European set of features and there might very well be some USB ports somewhere in the vehicle. Your Owners Manual is your friend ;)
     
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