Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius Prime
When we compare the Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Bolt EV has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and reliability. The Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EV's and the Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius Prime Pricing
A used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV ranges from $23,044 to $32,017 while a used 2023 Toyota Prius Prime is priced between $34,882 to $49,993. For a new model, the Chevrolet Bolt EV's price is between $27,078 and $33,677, with the Toyota Prius Prime priced between $33,893 and $44,737.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius Prime Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Bolt EV loses 60.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius Prime retains 20.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Bolt EV.
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius Prime Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Bolt EV is 8.0 out of 10 while the Toyota Prius Prime's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Bolt EV being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Electric Hatchbacks and the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 2 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV).
Chevrolet Bolt EV vs. Toyota Prius Prime Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Bolt EV is 7.1 out of 10. For the Toyota Prius Prime the reliability rating is 5.7 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Bolt EV an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Prius Prime.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Bolt EV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius Prime base engine makes 220 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and cargo space. The Chevrolet Bolt EV, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Bolt EV and Toyota Prius Prime are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Toyota Prius Prime have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27078 - 33677
Used Asking Price:
23044 - 32017
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.608912
Pricing
New Asking Price:
33893 - 44737
Used Asking Price:
34882 - 49993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.405232
Chevrolet Bolt EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.966666 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 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
Chevrolet Bolt EV 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
Chevrolet Bolt EV Trim Levels
1LT, 2LT
Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
SE, XSE, XSE Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 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:
127 / 109 / 120
Range (city/hwy):
259 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
66 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
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):
Not yet available
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3589 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
163.2 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 lbs
Width:
70.2 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
181.1 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/60R17