2020 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2019 Chevrolet Volt
When comparing the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2019 Chevrolet Volt's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The 2019 Chevrolet Volt has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime's and the 2019 Chevrolet Volt's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the 2019 Chevrolet Volt.
2020 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2019 Chevrolet Volt Pricing
A used 2020 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $23,383 to $32,998 while a used 2019 Chevrolet Volt is priced between $17,991 to $27,541.
2020 Toyota Prius Prime vs. 2019 Chevrolet Volt Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Chevrolet Volt loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime retains 16.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Chevrolet Volt.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the 2019 Chevrolet Volt base engine makes 149 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The Volt is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 424 miles. This gives the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. Both models use electricity, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2019 Chevrolet Volt, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Toyota Prius Prime and the 2019 Chevrolet Volt have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
23383 - 32998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405232
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
17991 - 27541
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.56832
Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066666 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Volt Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius Prime Rankings
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23 out of / 25Chevrolet Volt Rankings
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24 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
2019 Chevrolet Volt Trim Levels
LT, Premier
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
149 hp
Torque:
294 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 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:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
43 / 42 / 42
Range (city/hwy):
433 / 424 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.9 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:
3519 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
180.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.1 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 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/50R17