Toyota Prius vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
In comparing the Toyota Prius's and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius's and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
Toyota Prius vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Pricing
A used 2024 Toyota Prius ranges from $29,113 to $42,090 while a used 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $33,809 to $45,521. For a new model, the Toyota Prius's price is between $29,274 and $40,665, with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid priced between $33,982 and $44,979.
Toyota Prius vs. Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 36.1 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Prius.
Toyota Prius vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.2 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Hybrid Small SUVs.
Toyota Prius vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius is 9.1 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Prius an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Prius’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid base engine makes 219 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Prius, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Prius and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,274 - $40,665
Used Asking Price:
$29,113 - $42,090
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$33,982 - $44,979
Used Asking Price:
$33,809 - $45,521
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
36.1%
Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius Rankings
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22 out of / 25Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings
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29 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Prius Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels
LE, Limited, SE, Woodland Edition, XLE, XLE Premium, XSE
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:
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
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
219 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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 / 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
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
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:
Available
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:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
115.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.4 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:
3690 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
