Product Description
Toyota Prius 2016-2022 Roof Insert Trim, 2-Piece, 1.75-Inch Stainless (RI16135)
RI16135 is a pair of polished stainless roof inserts for the Toyota Prius 4-door hatchback, model years 2016 through 2022, listed at 1.75 inches wide. That's a substantial width, so the strips will read clearly when the car is viewed from the side or above.
Two pieces
The kit has two pieces. The record doesn't say where each goes or give a length, so the photos are your guide to placement. If the layout isn't obvious from them, Quality Automotive Trims can explain it at 877-752-3811.
Construction
Both pieces are 26-gauge 304 stainless steel, mirror-polished and made in the USA. 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape is used, and they install over the existing surface. QAA states the tape will hold for a lifetime without causing damage to the vehicle surface.
Picturing 1.75 inches
Painter's tape near that width, laid where the photos show the inserts, gives you a fair preview. Look at it from the sidewalk and from a second-floor window if you have one; roof trim is seen from more angles than most people expect.
The rest of this Prius's list
Linked to the same hatchback are five pillar kits, PP16135 through PP16139, from four to twelve pieces. AT16135 is a four-piece body side molding accent at 1 inch, and WQ16135 a four-piece wheel well accent at 0.875 inch. WS16135 is a four-piece window sill set. At the back, LP16135 is a license plate bezel and RB16135 a rear bumper trim accent. GC16135 covers the gas door. None of those listings' materials appears on this sheet, so check each for its finish.
Roof prep
Roofs collect road film and tree sap. Wash thoroughly, dry, then wipe each footprint with a residue-free cleaner, changing cloths until one comes back clean. Use a step stool so you can reach without leaning on the Prius panels.
Installing a wide insert
- Dry-fit each piece with the liner on, matching the photos.
- Mark both edges with painter's tape so the width sits straight.
- Peel a short section, anchor one end, then press along the length as you remove the rest.
- Fit the second Prius insert, then compare both from the front and rear.
A dry, mild day is best. The Installation tab covers each step.
Aftercare
Hold off washing for a few days. After that, mild soap and a soft cloth. The polish is in the steel, with no plating to lift.
Sun and reflections
A wide polished strip on the roof reflects the sky. Judge alignment in shade, or early or late in the day, when glare is lower.
Planning with the side trim
If you're also considering the side molding accent or wheel well trim, the inserts are listed wider than both. Compare all three sets of photos to see whether you like that difference before ordering everything at once.
What it is
A decorative accent over the existing surface; it doesn't replace any factory part.
Before ordering
Confirm a 2016 to 2022 Prius hatchback. SKU RI16135, UPC 691821670611. Call 877-752-3811 with questions.
RI16135 specifications
| Brand | QAA |
|---|---|
| Part number (MPN) | RI16135 |
| UPC | 691821670611 |
| Part type | Roof Insert Trim |
| Pieces in kit | 2 |
| Material | Polished 26-gauge 304 stainless steel |
| Finish | Polished to a mirror shine |
| Width | 1.75" |
| Mounting | 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape; installs directly over the existing surface |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Fits | 2016-2022 Toyota Prius |
Fitment: RI16135
| Vehicle | Years | Body style |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius | 2016-2022 | 4-door, Hatchback |
Check your vehicle against every column here: year range, model, and body style all have to match. Questions? Call Quality Automotive Trims at 877-752-3811 with your year, make, model, and body style.
Other QAA trim cataloged for the 2016-2022 Toyota Prius
- PP16135: 4-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16136: 6-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16137: 8-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16138: 10-piece Pillar Post Trim
- PP16139: 12-piece Pillar Post Trim
- AT16135: 4-piece Body Side Molding Accent Trim
- GC16135: 1-piece Gas Door Cover Trim
- WS16135: 4-piece Window Sill Trim Set
Check the body style on each listing; some kits are specific to one body style.
Installation tips: Roof Insert Trim
- Unpack all 2 pieces and match each one to its position on the vehicle, using the product photos, before fitting any of them.
- Each piece mounts with 3M automotive-grade acrylic foam tape, so clean and dry the mounting surface first; the tape needs paint or trim free of dirt and wax.
- Align the piece and press it firmly into place directly over the existing surface, working along its full length so the tape bonds evenly.
- Fit one piece at a time and compare each with the product photos and the pieces already in place.
These are general tips. Follow any instructions packed with your kit if they differ.
FAQ: RI16135 Roof Insert Trim
Which Prius does RI16135 fit?
The Toyota Prius 4-door hatchback, 2016 through 2022.
How wide are the inserts?
1.75 inches.
How many pieces?
Two.
Is a length given?
No. Check the photos or call 877-752-3811 for a measurement.
How do they attach?
3M tape over the existing surface.
