Toyota Prius Prime vs. Toyota Prius
In comparing the Toyota Prius Prime to the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. 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, interior volume and overall quality score. The Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota Prius have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime versus the Toyota Prius, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Toyota Prius Prime.
Toyota Prius Prime versus Toyota Prius Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $26,909 to $37,993 while a used Toyota Prius from the same model year range is priced between $23,900 to $35,866. For a new model, the Toyota Prius Prime's price is between $30,119 and $39,117, with the Toyota Prius priced between $26,672 and $36,076.
Toyota Prius Prime versus Toyota Prius Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Prius' quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 7 out of 23 Best Hybrid Cars and the Toyota Prius being ranked 1 out of 23.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the Toyota Prius Prime and the Toyota Prius makes 121 horsepower. The Prius Prime is rated to deliver an average of 54 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 629 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 565 miles. The Prius Prime uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the Prius uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Prius, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, and trunk space. The Toyota Prius Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota Prius are comparable in regards to front head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Prius Prime and the Toyota Prius have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,119 - $39,117
Used Asking Price:
$26,909 - $37,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$26,672 - $36,076
Used Asking Price:
$23,900 - $35,866
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.8%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 23Ranking
7 out of / 23Ranking
13 out of / 23iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
7 out of / 23Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
LE, XLE, Limited
Trim Levels
L Eco, LE, XLE, Limited, Nightshade, LE AWD-e, XLE AWD-e, Nightshade AWD-e
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:
3 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:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 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:
1.8 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
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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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
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
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
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:
39.4 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
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:
3010 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 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:
alloy
Tire Size:
P195/65R15
