2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 FIAT 500e
When comparing the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2017 FIAT 500e's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2017 FIAT 500e has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2017 FIAT 500e's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the 2017 FIAT 500e.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 FIAT 500e Pricing
A used 2017 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $16,994 to $27,389 while a used 2017 FIAT 500e is priced between $8,768 to $13,881.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 FIAT 500e Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value and the 2017 FIAT 500e loses 63.4 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime retains 22.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 FIAT 500e.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the 2017 FIAT 500e base engine makes 111 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The 500e is rated to deliver an average of 121 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 84 miles.This gives the 2017 FIAT 500e the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime the advantage in maximum range. The Prius Prime uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the 500e uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime 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:
16994 - 27389
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405232
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8768 - 13881
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.634404
Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
FIAT 500e Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Prius Prime Rankings
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23 out of / 25FIAT 500e Rankings
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24 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
Advanced, Plus, Premium
2017 FIAT 500e Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
111 hp
Torque:
147 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
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):
55 / 53 / 54
MPGe:
127 / 121 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
652 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
121 / 103 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
84 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
24 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
24 hours (120V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
19.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
78.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3365 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2980 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
60.1 inches
Length:
142.4 inches
Wheelbase:
90.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
185/55R15