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2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid vs. 2019 Toyota Prius

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid and 2019 Toyota Prius contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid and the 2019 Toyota Prius.

In comparing the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2019 Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2019 Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid's and the 2019 Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota Prius is a better car than the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid.

Pricing: A used 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid ranges from $12,636 to $21,321 while a used 2019 Toyota Prius is priced between $13,721 to $25,993.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid loses 46.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Toyota Prius loses 35.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota Prius retains 11 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid’s base engine makes 139 horsepower, and the 2019 Toyota Prius base engine makes 121 horsepower. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 622 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 56 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles.This gives the 2019 Toyota Prius the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Prius uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid compact cars, the 2019 Toyota Prius has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid and 2019 Toyota Prius are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: The 2019 Toyota Prius has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

25350

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

25887

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

22400 - 33520

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

23770

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

25887

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

22400 - 33520

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

17291

Price Range:

12636 - 21321

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

18385

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

14525 - 22070

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

24

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

70655

# Good or Great Deals:

20

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

20250

Price Range:

13721 - 25993

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

18385

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

14525 - 22070

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

146

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

72010

# Good or Great Deals:

51

Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

8.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

7.2 - 9.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Toyota Prius

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

9.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

8.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

7.2 - 9.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.429



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.205065408759545

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

2.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.2 - 16.5

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.73189234950141

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

2.1

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.2 - 16.5

Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Rankings

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

2 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

4 / 8

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

5 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Legroom

5 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

6 / 25

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) for Tall People

6 / 8

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

7 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

8 / 8

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

9 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

9 / 10

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

15 / 25

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

17 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

24 / 25

Toyota Prius Rankings

Best Family Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for the Money

1 / 15

Best Family Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 10

Best Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Best Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Cars for Teens

1 / 1

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Teens

1 / 1

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

3 / 15

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 7

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

4 / 25

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

6 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

7 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

8 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

9 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

16 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

18 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

21 / 25

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

2019 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels

Base, Limited

2019 Toyota Prius Trim Levels

L Eco, LE, LE AWD-e, Limited, XLE, XLE AWD-e

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

139 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.042 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

121 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.040 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


53 / 52 / 52

Range (city/hwy):

633 / 622 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Regular Unleaded

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 / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


58 / 53 / 56

Range (city/hwy):

655 / 599 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55 inches

Cargo Space:

23 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

119.2 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53 inches

Cargo Space:

27.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

120.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3318 lbs

Width:

71.7 inches

Height:

56.9 inches

Length:

176 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3010 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

57.9 inches

Length:

180 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

205/55R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Noir Pearl

Blue

Intense Blue

Gray

Summit Gray

Silver

Symphony Air Silver

White

Ceramic White

Green

Not available

Red

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Electric Storm Blue

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Blizzard Pearl / Super White

Green

Sea Glass Pearl

Red

Supersonic Red

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Black

Charcoal Black

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Black

Gray

Moonstone

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