2018 Toyota Prius c vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse
When comparing the 2018 Toyota Prius c's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Toyota Prius c has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Toyota Prius c's and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Toyota Prius c is a better car than the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
2018 Toyota Prius c vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Pricing
A used 2018 Toyota Prius c ranges from $12,977 to $23,993 while a used 2018 Buick LaCrosse is priced between $15,893 to $29,000.
2018 Toyota Prius c vs. 2018 Buick LaCrosse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Toyota Prius c loses 40 percent of its value and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Toyota Prius c retains 14.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Buick LaCrosse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Toyota Prius c’s base engine makes 99 horsepower, and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse base engine makes 194 horsepower. The Prius c is rated to deliver an average of 46 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. The LaCrosse is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 553 miles.This gives the 2018 Toyota Prius c the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Buick LaCrosse the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Toyota Prius c, a hybrid subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and cargo space. The 2018 Buick LaCrosse, a large car, 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
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Buick LaCrosse has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Toyota Prius c, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12977 - 23993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.399796
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15893 - 29000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.543773
Toyota Prius c Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Buick LaCrosse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.531538 / 10
Reliability:
8.194616 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius c Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
25 out of / 25Buick LaCrosse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Toyota Prius c Trim Levels
Four, One, Three, Two
2018 Buick LaCrosse Trim Levels
Avenir, Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
99 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
187 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 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):
48 / 43 / 46
Range (city/hwy):
456 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2530 lbs
Width:
68.6 inches
Height:
59.6 inches
Length:
162.4 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3490 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P175/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18