Toyota Prius Prime vs. Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Prius Prime and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.
In comparing the Toyota Prius Prime's and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime's and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is a better car than the Toyota Prius Prime.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $30,993 to $40,928 while a used 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is priced between $27,757 to $35,998. For a new model, the Toyota Prius Prime's price is between $34,663 and $43,947, with the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid priced between $30,477 and $36,874.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Prius Prime loses 36.6 percent of its value and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid loses 34.8 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Prius Prime.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Prius Prime’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid base engine makes 196 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. The Corolla Cross Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 42 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 403 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius Prime the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. The Prius Prime uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Corolla Cross Hybrid uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Toyota Prius Prime has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
34663 - 43947
Starting MSRP:
32975
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
27669
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
23500 - 32975
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
30477 - 36874
Starting MSRP:
28220
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
35591
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
28220 - 43690
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
35940
Price Range:
30993 - 40928
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
28961
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
24262 - 35940
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
139
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
18014
# Good or Great Deals:
46
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
31989
Price Range:
27757 - 35998
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
34790
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
31128 - 46616
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
219
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28036
# Good or Great Deals:
33
Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius Prime
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
10.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
6.5 - 13.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.963748498154679
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
4.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)
1.9 - 5.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.259365672187788
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)
1.8 - 16.6
Toyota Prius Prime Rankings
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20 out of / 22Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Rankings
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39 out of / 39Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Toyota Prius Prime Trim Levels
SE, XSE, XSE Premium
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Trim Levels
Nightshade, S, SE, 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
196 hp @ 6000 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
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
53 / 51 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
606 / 585 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
45 / 38 / 42
Range (city/hwy):
477 / 403 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
20.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
26.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
21.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 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:
3340 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
176.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 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 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Reservoir Blue
Gray
Guardian Gray
Red
Supersonic Red
Silver
Cutting Edge
White
Wind Chill Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Celestite
Red
Not available
Silver
Sonic Silver
White
Wind Chill Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black/Red
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Black/Gray
