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Lexus CT 200h vs. Toyota Prius

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus CT 200h and 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 Lexus CT 200h and the Toyota Prius.

When comparing the Lexus CT 200h's and the Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the Lexus CT 200h has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus CT 200h's and the Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Lexus CT 200h.

Pricing: A used 2017 Lexus CT 200h ranges from $14,979 to $24,998 while a used 2017 Toyota Prius is priced between $13,137 to $24,082.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus CT 200h’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius base engine makes 121 horsepower. The CT 200h is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 476 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 565 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus CT 200h. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Prius has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The 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:

$31,250

Category Avg Starting MSRP:

N/A

Category Starting MSRP Range:

N/A

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$23,475

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$26,393

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$22,200 - $33,220

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$20,128

Price Range:

$14,979 - $24,998

Category Avg Price:

N/A

Category Avg Price Range:

N/A

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

23

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

91,877

# Good or Great Deals:

9

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$18,886

Price Range:

$13,137 - $24,082

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$17,139

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

$14,262 - $19,309

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

177

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

96,008

# Good or Great Deals:

57

Lexus CT 200h Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus CT 200h

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

30.9%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.3

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

5.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

4 - 6.5

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

33.1%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

0.9

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

2.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1 - 3.7

Lexus CT 200h Rankings

Not yet available

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

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Lexus CT 200h Trim Levels

Base

Toyota Prius Trim Levels

Four, Four Touring, One, Three, Three Touring, Two, Two Eco

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

6 years / 70000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 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:

134 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.043 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

121 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.039 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):


43 / 40 / 42

Range (city/hwy):

512 / 476 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

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

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


54 / 50 / 52

Range (city/hwy):

610 / 565 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

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

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Backup camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

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

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

53.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

37 inches

Rear Leg Room:

32.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.6 inches

Cargo Space:

14.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.4 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:

24.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

117.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3130 lbs

Width:

69.5 inches

Height:

57.3 inches

Length:

171.3 inches

Wheelbase:

102.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3075 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

58.1 inches

Length:

178.7 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P215/45R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Exterior Colors

Black

Caviar / Obsidian

Blue

Blue Vortex Metallic / Blue Vortex Metallic w/ Black Roof

Brown

Autumn Shimmer

Gray

Nebula Gray Pearl / Nebula Gray Pearl w/ Black Roof

Red

Redline / Redline w/ Black Roof

Silver

Atomic Silver / Atomic Silver w/ Black Roof

White

Eminent White Pearl / Ultra White w/ Black Roof

Green

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blue Crush Metallic

Brown

Not available

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Hypersonic Red

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Blizzard Pearl / Super White

Green

Sea Glass Pearl

Interior Colors

Beige

Parchment

Black

Black / Black w/White Perforations

Brown

Caramel / Flaxen

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Beige

Harvest Beige

Black

Black

Brown

Not available

Gray

Moonstone

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