Toyota Prius vs. Toyota Corolla
When we compare the Toyota Prius to the Toyota Corolla, the Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius versus the Toyota Corolla, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Toyota Prius versus Toyota Corolla Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota Prius ranges from $18,749 to $31,989 while a used Toyota Corolla from the same model year range is priced between $17,595 to $25,770. For a new model, the Toyota Prius's price is between $25,974 and $35,073, with the Toyota Corolla priced between $21,203 and $26,200.
Toyota Prius versus Toyota Corolla Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 23 Best Hybrid Cars and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 51 Best Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Prius’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. 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 front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Toyota Corolla, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,974 - $35,073
Used Asking Price:
$18,749 - $31,989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,203 - $26,200
Used Asking Price:
$17,595 - $25,770
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
7 out of / 23iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 51Ranking
4 out of / 51Ranking
12 out of / 51Ranking
24 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Nightshade, LE, LE AWD-e, Limited, Nightshade AWD-e, L Eco, XLE, XLE AWD-e
Trim Levels
SE Apex, L, XSE, SE, SE Nightshade Edition, XLE, LE, XSE Apex
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK
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 @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
126 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 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:
1.8 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):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
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
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:
2910 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
