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Moving mattresses can be a tough job, and most of you may think you need to rent a U-Haul to get the job done, but even the humble Toyota Prius has some surprising capacity when it comes to carrying bulky loads.
However, if you check the dimensions of a queen-size mattress, they exceed the dimensions of the Prius! Is it possible to maneuver a queen mattress into the rear of a Prius and make it fit?
As with most things where there is a will, there is a way, but short of trimming the mattress, it may seem impossible to make a quart fit into a pint pot. However, the queen mattress out of its delivery box has some flexibility, and keep in mind there is always adjustment of the front seats.
In this article, we investigate if a queen-size mattress will fit into the back of a Prius despite its larger dimensions than the available space in the car. We answer frequently asked questions to provide you with relevant information.
Let's get into it.
It can be done with manipulation and maneuvering the mattress while making some adjustments to the interior of the car. But here is the dilemma you will be initially faced with. Standard queen-size mattresses measure 60 inches wide by 80 inches long, making them roughly 5 feet broad by 6.6 feet long.
Additionally, the Prius's cargo area is around 5.5 feet long and 5 feet broad. In light of this, a queen-size mattress cannot fit in the cargo area when you look at the dimensions. Here are some tips to fit your queen-size mattress in the back of a Prius:
You will need.
Mattress cover.
Ratchets straps or rope.
Dolly truck.
With a little muscle power and cognitive agility, you should be able to fit a queen mattress in a Prius without too many difficulties. In most cases, it is a two-person job, not because of the weight of the mattress but because maneuvering a bulky object can be cumbersome if you are alone.
For transporting purposes folding a mattress is ok. The manufacturer will recommend it transported flat, but that's unrealistic even for moving companies, so fold the mattress and when you arrive at the destination, unload the mattress into the bedroom, unfold and lay it flat.
Leaving a mattress folded for extended periods of time could cause damage, so if your mattress is going into storage, lay it flat if possible.
There is little information regarding the transportation of mattresses inside a car. But if you can tie a mattress to the roof and remain legal, having a mattress inside your Prius should be okay.
Regardless of the laws of the state, you will be traveling through common sense has to prevail in this situation. Your car should be safe to drive. If you have long legs and you can't operate the gas pedal and the brake properly, then you are unquestionably infringing on some traffic laws.
Your movements should not be impeded in any way, and you should be able to use the interior mirror or door mirrors and demonstrate that the car is safe to drive if pulled over.
Here are some pointers to help you drive safely while transporting a mattress in a Prius.
Not without damaging the mattress, the dimensions of the interior of the Prius are 5.5 ft Length x 5 ft Wide. The queen's size mattress dimensions are 6.6 ft inches in length x 5 feet wide. There is a discrepancy in the length. Furthermore, you will need to contend with the wheel arches in the car's rear. The shortest length is less than 5 ft, so it's a real problem.
The only way to sleep on a queen mattress in a Prius is to butcher the mattress with a sharp knife. Sleeping in your car is not against the law according to federal law unless you are trespassing, inebriated (even with the engine off), or nodding off while operating a motor vehicle.
Nevertheless, some local laws in some cities do make it a crime. In order to reduce loitering, some states also forbid overnight stays at rest areas.
You can't just park and sleep wherever. Therefore, it's essential to find designated spots for your car.
Yes. Twin-size mattresses are approximately 3.25 feet wide and 6.67 feet long because they are 39 inches wide and 75 to 80 inches long. Additionally, the Prius's cargo area measures around 5 feet wide by 6.6 feet long. The twin-size mattress should fit without needing to make adjustments to the seats in the front of the vehicle. But folding the mattress using ratchet straps is advisable.
It is going to be tricky, herald boards are not standard, and many manufacturers just use the width as a definitive dimension. Then the other dimensions are open to interpretation. You will need to measure carefully before deciding, but from an outside view, it looks like an enormous challenge.
Here are the headboard sizes for your bed:
Size
Headboard Width (inches)
Mattress Dimensions (inches)
Yes, a single mattress will fit easily in the back of a prius. It's still advisable to use ratchet straps and maybe roll the single mattress. Drop the seats and lash the single mattress down, so it is not floating around when you corner and brake.
The volume of the trunk with the back seats up: is 27.4 cubic feet Rear seats folded down cargo volume: is 50.7 cubic feet
The typical trunk space for the Toyota Prius is 27.4 cubic feet. You may easily fit six to seven suitcases behind the back seats, given that the typical suitcase has a volume of about 4 cubic feet.
The amount of usable capacity rises to 50.7 cubic feet when the back seats are folded down. If that's your thing, you'll be able to store many suitcases at the expense of available seating.
The Toyota Prius is a versatile vehicle for its price range, and not only is it a leader in hybrid vehicles it has some surprising features hidden away. Most of you would naturally assume you would need a U-haul to move a queen mattress but surprisingly, with a little persuasion, it will fit in the back of a Prius easily.
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