Toyota Camry vs. Toyota Prius v
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Camry and Toyota Prius v 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 Toyota Camry and the Toyota Prius v.
When comparing the Toyota Camry's and the Toyota Prius v's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Toyota Prius v has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Camry's and the Toyota Prius v's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2017 Toyota Camry ranges from $11,899 to $21,467 while a used 2017 Toyota Prius v is priced between $12,952 to $25,676.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Camry’s base engine makes 178 horsepower, and the Toyota Prius v base engine makes 134 horsepower. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 561 miles. The Prius v is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the Toyota Prius v the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota Camry the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Prius v has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Toyota Camry, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Camry has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,070
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$23,324
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$21,600 - $34,475
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,675
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:
$16,777
Price Range:
$11,899 - $21,467
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$15,115
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$12,804 - $18,940
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
664
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
100,680
# Good or Great Deals:
225
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,309
Price Range:
$12,952 - $25,676
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$17,139
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
$14,262 - $19,309
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
53
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
100,494
# Good or Great Deals:
22
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Prius v Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Camry
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
3.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
2.3 - 6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
37.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius v
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.2
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:
34.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.3 - 6.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1 - 3.7
Toyota Camry Rankings
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11 out of / 13Toyota Prius v Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, SE, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Toyota Prius v Trim Levels
Five, Four, Three, Two
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
178 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
408 / 561 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):
43 / 39 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
512 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
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
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
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
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree 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
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
102.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
131.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3245 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
190.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3340 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
62 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/65R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Creme Brulee Mica
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Parisian Night Pearl
Gray
Cosmic Gray Mica / Predawn Gray Mica
Red
Ruby Flare Pearl
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Ribbon Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Absolutely Red
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Blizzard Pearl / Super White
Brown
Toasted Walnut Pearl
Green
Galactic Aqua Mica / Sea Glass Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Almond
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
