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Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius Prime

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Toyota Prius Prime 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 Corolla Hybrid and the Toyota Prius Prime.

In comparing the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's and the Toyota Prius Prime's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: For a new model, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's price is between $26,018 and $31,241, with the Toyota Prius Prime priced between $34,663 and $43,947.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid loses 34.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Prius Prime loses 36.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla Hybrid retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Prius Prime.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid’s base engine makes 138 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, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Toyota Corolla Hybrid, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Toyota Prius Prime are comparable in regards to rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and the Toyota Prius Prime have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

26018 - 31241

Starting MSRP:

24575

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

29338

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

24575 - 33775

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

34663 - 43947

Starting MSRP:

32975

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

27669

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

23500 - 32975

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

34477

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

34477 - 34477

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

# Good or Great Deals:

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

35940

Price Range:

30993 - 40928

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

28961

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

24262 - 35940

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

123

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

10326

# Good or Great Deals:

41

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

8530

Depreciation %:

0.34709586

Resale Value $:

16045

Residual Value %:

0.65290414

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

0.35835614

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

0.33801262 - 0.43740554

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

12332

Depreciation %:

0.37396786

Resale Value $:

20643

Residual Value %:

0.62603214

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

0.37396786

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

0.37396786 - 0.37396786

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.9 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

13.0

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

10.4 - 15.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius Prime

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

4.963748498154679

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

4.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.9 - 5.0

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Rankings

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

1 / 15

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 7

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

6 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

8 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

9 / 10

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 10

Safest Hybrid Cars

16 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

18 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

19 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

20 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

25 / 25

Toyota Prius Prime Rankings

Most Affordable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

1 / 3

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

2 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

2 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with Best Resale Value

2 / 8

Safest Hybrid Cars

3 / 25

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

3 / 8

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 8

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Horsepower

4 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

5 / 10

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Cargo Space

6 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Legroom

6 / 8

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

6 / 7

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

8 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

8 / 25

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) for Tall People

8 / 8

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

9 / 15

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

9 / 10

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

10 / 10

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

21 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

23 / 25

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, SE, XLE

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:

2 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

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:

5 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:

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

TOP SAFETY PICK

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

138 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.048 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

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:

1.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

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):


53 / 51 / 52

Range (city/hwy):

606 / 585 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

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

Paddle Shifters:

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

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

51.7 inches

Cargo Space:

13.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

88.6 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:

2850 lbs

Width:

70.1 inches

Height:

56.5 inches

Length:

182.3 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 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:

16.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P205/55R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/60R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint

Gray

Celestite / Underground

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Ice Cap / Wind Chill Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Reservoir Blue

Gray

Guardian Gray

Red

Supersonic Red

Silver

Cutting Edge

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Interior Colors

Beige

Macadamia/Mocha

Black

Black

Gray

Light Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Black/Red

Gray

Not available

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