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Toyota Prius Prime vs. Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid

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

Toyota Prius Prime vs. Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Pricing

A used 2022 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $28,311 to $36,561 while a used 2022 Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is priced between $22,953 to $29,687.

Toyota Prius Prime vs. Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Prius Prime loses 40.5 percent of its value and the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius Prime retains 10.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid.

Toyota Prius Prime vs. Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 8.1 out of 10 while the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 2 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) and the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid being ranked 3 out of 9. Out of 7 Best Hybrid Hatchbacks, the Toyota Prius Prime is ranked 2 and the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is ranked 3. The Toyota Prius Prime is also ranked 10 out of 25 Best Hybrid Cars while the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is ranked 12 out of 25.

Toyota Prius Prime vs. Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 5.7 out of 10. For the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Prius Prime.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid base engine makes 139 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 610 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius Prime the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid. Both models use electricity, regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid, a hybrid compact car, 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 Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Toyota Prius Prime 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:

$29,093 - $37,776

Used Asking Price:

$28,311 - $36,561

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

40.5%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$22,953 - $29,687

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

50.8%

Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

5.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.5 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.2 / 10

Safety:

Not available

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 Hybrid Hatchbacks

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 Japanese Hybrid Cars

6 / 11

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

6 / 9

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks for Tall People

6 / 7

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

8 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize Cars

9 / 12

Best Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Safest Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

10 / 15

Best Hybrid Midsize Cars for Tall People

11 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

14 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

16 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

23 / 25

Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Rankings

Most Affordable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

1 / 4

Best Korean Hybrid Compact Cars

1 / 3

Best Korean Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 3

Best Korean Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

1 / 3

Best Korean Hybrid Hatchbacks

1 / 2

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

2 / 25

Best Hybrid Small Cars

2 / 8

Best Hybrid Compact Cars

2 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks for Tall People

2 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Hatchbacks

2 / 7

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

3 / 9

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

3 / 9

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

3 / 9

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

3 / 8

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 8

Best Hybrid Compact Cars for Tall People

3 / 7

Best Hybrid Hatchbacks

3 / 7

Best Korean Hybrid Cars

3 / 7

Most Comfortable Hybrid Compact Cars

3 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Hatchbacks

3 / 5

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 8

Hybrid Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

4 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

5 / 15

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

5 / 9

Hybrid Hatchbacks with the Most Horsepower

5 / 7

Most Affordable Hybrid Compact Cars

5 / 6

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

5 / 6

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

6 / 9

Hybrid Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 7

Hybrid Hatchbacks with Best Resale Value

6 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 8

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

9 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

11 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars

12 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

12 / 25

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

13 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

14 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

21 / 25

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Plug-In Hybrid

Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels

LE, Limited, XLE

Hyundai IONIQ Plug-in Hybrid Trim Levels

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):

0.036 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

139 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.042 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

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


55 / 53 / 54

Range (city/hwy):

652 / 629 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, 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):


52 / 51 / 52

Range (city/hwy):

622 / 610 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Electricity, Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple Car Play:

Standard

Heated Seats

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53 inches

Cargo Space:

19.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

111.3 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:

23 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

119.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3365 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

57.9 inches

Length:

182.9 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

4.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3318 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:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

205/55R16

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