Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
When we compare the Toyota Prius's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Pricing
A used 2023 Toyota Prius ranges from $32,098 to $42,772 while a used 2023 Hyundai SONATA Hybrid is priced between $26,392 to $37,446. For a new model, the Toyota Prius's price is between $29,061 and $40,013, with the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid priced between $29,792 and $38,744.
Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai SONATA 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 SONATA Hybrid loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius retains 10 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.2 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid being ranked 6 out of 25.
Toyota Prius vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.1 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Prius an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Prius’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 57 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. The SONATA Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles.This gives the Toyota Prius the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Prius, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Toyota Prius and Hyundai SONATA Hybrid are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Prius and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29061 - 40013
Used Asking Price:
32098 - 42772
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.418115
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29792 - 38744
Used Asking Price:
26392 - 37446
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518358
Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.171913 / 10
Reliability:
9.11574 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius Rankings
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22 out of / 25Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
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14 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Prius Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
57 / 56 / 57
Range (city/hwy):
644 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
50 / 54 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
660 / 713 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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
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:
Available
Safety Equipment
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:
Available
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:
23.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3097 lbs
Width:
70.2 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
181.1 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3325 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16