2012 Honda CR-Z vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
When comparing the 2012 Honda CR-Z's and the 2012 Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Honda CR-Z has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2012 Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Honda CR-Z's and the 2012 Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Prius is a better car than the 2012 Honda CR-Z.
2012 Honda CR-Z vs. 2012 Toyota Prius Pricing
A used 2012 Honda CR-Z ranges from $5,936 to $14,076 while a used 2012 Toyota Prius is priced between $6,989 to $16,988.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Honda CR-Z’s base engine makes 122 horsepower, and the 2012 Toyota Prius base engine makes 134 horsepower. The CR-Z is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 50 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 571 miles. This gives the 2012 Toyota Prius the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Honda CR-Z. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Toyota Prius has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The 2012 Honda CR-Z has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Toyota Prius has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
5936 - 14076
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6989 - 16988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.418115
Honda CR-Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.171913 / 10
Reliability:
9.11574 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda CR-Z Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Prius Rankings
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22 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2012 Honda CR-Z Trim Levels
Base, EX, EX w/Navi
2012 Toyota Prius Trim Levels
Five, Four, One, Three, Two
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
128 foot-lbs @ 1000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 37 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
329 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
51 / 48 / 50
Range (city/hwy):
607 / 571 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
25 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
74.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
21.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2657 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
160.6 inches
Wheelbase:
95.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3042 lbs
Width:
68.7 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15