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Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius Prime

When 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 typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars The Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of resale value, 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 Toyota Prius Prime is a better car than the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.

Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius Prime Pricing

A used 2023 Toyota Corolla Hybrid ranges from $25,898 to $33,532 while a used 2023 Toyota Prius Prime is priced between $35,765 to $50,549. For a new model, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid's price is between $24,184 and $30,488, with the Toyota Prius Prime priced between $33,926 and $45,004.

Toyota Corolla Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius Prime Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid loses 42.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius Prime retains 1.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Corolla Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid’s base engine makes 134 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 Comparison

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.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$24,184 - $30,488

Used Asking Price:

$25,898 - $33,532

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

42.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$33,926 - $45,004

Used Asking Price:

$35,765 - $50,549

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

40.5%

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

5.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.5 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Rankings

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

1 / 15

Most Affordable Hybrid Compact Cars

1 / 6

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 6

Hybrid Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 8

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 25

Best Hybrid Compact Cars for Tall People

5 / 7

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

6 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Compact Cars

6 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

7 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

7 / 8

Hybrid Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

7 / 7

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

13 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

20 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

22 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

24 / 25

Toyota Prius Prime Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Hybrid Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 12

Hybrid Midsize Cars with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 12

Hybrid Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

1 / 12

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

1 / 9

Hybrid Hatchbacks with the Most Cargo Space

1 / 7

Hybrid Hatchbacks with the Most Horsepower

1 / 7

Best Japanese Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

1 / 2

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

2 / 9

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

2 / 9

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks

2 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks for Tall People

2 / 7

Best Japanese Hybrid Hatchbacks

2 / 4

Most Affordable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

2 / 4

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 25

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

3 / 9

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

3 / 9

Hybrid Hatchbacks with Best Resale Value

3 / 7

Best Japanese Hybrid Midsize Cars

3 / 4

Hybrid Cars with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 25

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize Cars

4 / 4

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 25

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

5 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid Hatchbacks

5 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Hatchbacks

5 / 5

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars

6 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars for Tall People

6 / 12

Best Japanese Hybrid Cars

6 / 11

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

6 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize Cars

9 / 12

Best Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

10 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

10 / 15

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

14 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

16 / 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, SE Infrared, 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

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:

134 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.047 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:

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):


53 / 46 / 50

Range (city/hwy):

599 / 520 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

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

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

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

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