2019 Nissan LEAF vs. 2019 Toyota Prius Prime
When comparing the 2019 Nissan LEAF's and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2019 Nissan LEAF and 2019 Toyota Prius Prime have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Nissan LEAF's and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Nissan LEAF is a better car than the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime.
2019 Nissan LEAF vs. 2019 Toyota Prius Prime Pricing
A used 2019 Nissan LEAF ranges from $14,993 to $24,792 while a used 2019 Toyota Prius Prime is priced between $19,379 to $30,746.
2019 Nissan LEAF vs. 2019 Toyota Prius Prime Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Nissan LEAF loses 65.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime retains 24.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Nissan LEAF.
2019 Nissan LEAF vs. 2019 Toyota Prius Prime Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan LEAF and Toyota Prius Prime is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Nissan LEAF being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 2 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV).
2019 Nissan LEAF vs. 2019 Toyota Prius Prime Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan LEAF is 7.6 out of 10. For the Toyota Prius Prime the reliability rating is 5.7 out of 10. This gives the Nissan LEAF an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Prius Prime.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Nissan LEAF’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime base engine makes 121 horsepower. The LEAF is rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 150 miles. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles.This gives the 2019 Nissan LEAF the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime the advantage in maximum range. The LEAF uses electricity, and the Prius Prime uses electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Nissan LEAF and the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
14993 - 24792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.650532
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19379 - 30746
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405232
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan LEAF Rankings
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17 out of / 27Toyota Prius Prime Rankings
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23 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2019 Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, S PLUS, SL, SL PLUS, SV, SV PLUS
2019 Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
Advanced, Plus, Premium
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:
3 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
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:
124 / 99 / 112
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
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
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3433 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.4 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15