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Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid

In comparing the Toyota Prius's and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius's and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is a better car than the Toyota Prius.

Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Pricing

A used 2022 Toyota Prius ranges from $22,569 to $33,453 while a used 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is priced between $21,274 to $28,524.

Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Prius loses 41.8 percent of its value and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid loses 50.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius retains 8.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid.

Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.2 out of 10 while the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid's quality rating is 6.5 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid being ranked 14 out of 25. Out of 8 Best Hybrid Small Cars, the Toyota Prius is ranked 1 and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is ranked 3. The Toyota Prius is also ranked 1 out of 7 Best Hybrid Compact Cars while the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is ranked 3 out of 7. The Toyota Prius is also ranked 1 out of 7 Best Hybrid Hatchbacks while the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid is ranked 4 out of 7.

Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.1 out of 10. For the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Prius a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Toyota Prius’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid base engine makes 139 horsepower. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 565 miles. The IONIQ Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 59 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles. This gives the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Prius. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are hybrid compact cars, the Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space. The Toyota Prius and Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

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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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$26,976 - $35,905

Used Asking Price:

$22,569 - $33,453

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.8%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$21,274 - $28,524

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

50.7%

Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

9.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

6.5 / 10

Reliability:

5.9 / 10

Retained Value:

7.2 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Toyota Prius Rankings

Best Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Best Japanese Hybrid Cars

1 / 11

Best Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 8

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

1 / 8

Best Hybrid Compact Cars

1 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks

1 / 7

Hybrid Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

1 / 7

Best Hybrid Cars for the Money

1 / 5

Best Japanese Hybrid Hatchbacks

1 / 4

Best Japanese Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 4

Best Japanese Hybrid Compact Cars

1 / 3

Hybrid Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

2 / 7

Hybrid Hatchbacks with the Most Horsepower

2 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 8

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 25

Hybrid Hatchbacks with Best Resale Value

4 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Hatchbacks

4 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Hatchbacks

4 / 5

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

5 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

5 / 8

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks for Tall People

5 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Compact Cars

5 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

6 / 15

Best Hybrid Compact Cars for Tall People

6 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Compact Cars

6 / 6

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

6 / 6

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

7 / 8

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

12 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

13 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

22 / 25

Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Rankings

Most Affordable Hybrid Hatchbacks

1 / 5

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

2 / 15

Most Affordable Hybrid Compact Cars

2 / 6

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

2 / 6

Best Korean Hybrid Compact Cars

2 / 3

Best Korean Hybrid Small Cars

2 / 3

Best Korean Hybrid Hatchbacks

2 / 2

Best Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 8

Best Hybrid Compact Cars

3 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks for Tall People

3 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Hatchbacks

3 / 7

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

4 / 25

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

4 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

4 / 8

Best Hybrid Compact Cars for Tall People

4 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks

4 / 7

Best Korean Hybrid Cars

4 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Compact Cars

4 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 8

Hybrid Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 7

Hybrid Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 7

Hybrid Hatchbacks with Best Resale Value

5 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 8

Hybrid Hatchbacks with the Most Horsepower

6 / 7

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

12 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

12 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars

14 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

15 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

15 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

22 / 25

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Toyota Prius Trim Levels

L Eco, LE, LE AWD-e, Limited, Nightshade, Nightshade AWD-e, XLE, XLE AWD-e

Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Trim Levels

Blue, Limited, SE, SEL

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 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):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

121 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.040 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

139 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.046 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):


54 / 50 / 52

Range (city/hwy):

610 / 565 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

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


58 / 60 / 59

Range (city/hwy):

690 / 714 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

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:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

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:

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:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

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:

27.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

120.5 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55 inches

Cargo Space:

26.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

122.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3010 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

57.9 inches

Length:

180 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2996 lbs

Width:

71.7 inches

Height:

56.9 inches

Length:

176 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

195/65R15

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