2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 Ford Fusion Energi
In comparing the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2017 Ford Fusion Energi has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 Ford Fusion Energi Pricing
A used 2017 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $16,994 to $27,389 while a used 2017 Ford Fusion Energi is priced between $11,722 to $20,804.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 Ford Fusion Energi 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 Ford Fusion Energi loses 59.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime retains 18.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 Ford Fusion Energi Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 8.1 out of 10 while the Ford Fusion Energi's quality rating is 6.9 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 2 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) and the Ford Fusion Energi being ranked 5 out of 9. Out of 12 Best Hybrid Midsize Cars, the Toyota Prius Prime is ranked 7 and the Ford Fusion Energi is ranked 9. The Toyota Prius Prime is also ranked 11 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars while the Ford Fusion Energi is ranked 15 out of 25.
2017 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2017 Ford Fusion Energi Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 5.7 out of 10. For the Ford Fusion Energi the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Ford Fusion Energi an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Prius Prime.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi base engine makes 188 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The Fusion Energi is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 596 miles. This gives the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi. Both models use electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid midsize cars, the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and cargo space. The 2017 Ford Fusion Energi has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
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:
-
Used Asking Price:
16994 - 27389
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405232
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11722 - 20804
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59329
Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Fusion Energi Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Prius Prime Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
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3 out of / 9Ranking
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11 out of / 25Ranking
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11 out of / 12Ranking
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16 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 25Ford Fusion Energi Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
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5 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
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7 out of / 12Ranking
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25 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2017 Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
Advanced, Plus, Premium
2017 Ford Fusion Energi Trim Levels
Platinum, SE Luxury, Titanium
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
129 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 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
Range (city/hwy):
652 / 629 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
43 / 41 / 42
Range (city/hwy):
624 / 596 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
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:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
8.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 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:
3961 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17