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Toyota Prius Prime vs. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 Hybrid.

When comparing the Toyota Prius Prime's and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius Prime has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota RAV4 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, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius Prime's and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a better car than the Toyota Prius Prime.

Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Prius Prime ranges from $34,507 to $48,048 while a used 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $33,827 to $44,499. For a new model, the Toyota Prius Prime's price is between $34,562 and $44,840, with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid priced between $33,984 and $44,681.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Prius Prime loses 31.1 percent of its value and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Prius Prime.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Prius Prime being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Hybrid Small SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Prius Prime is 5.7 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the reliability rating is 6.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid a slight 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 220 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 Prime, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Prius Prime and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$34,562 - $44,840

Starting MSRP:

$32,975

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

$31,381

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

$28,855 - $32,975

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$33,984 - $44,681

Starting MSRP:

$31,725

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$35,591

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$28,220 - $43,690

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$40,386

Price Range:

$34,507 - $48,048

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

$36,613

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

$34,247 - $40,386

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,130

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

408

# Good or Great Deals:

34

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$38,897

Price Range:

$33,827 - $44,499

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$39,761

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$33,760 - $51,180

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,104

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

9,543

# Good or Great Deals:

232

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$10,569

Depreciation %:

32.1%

Resale Value $:

$22,406

Residual Value %:

67.9%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

37%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

32.1% - 46.1%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$9,661

Depreciation %:

30.5%

Resale Value $:

$22,064

Residual Value %:

69.5%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

33%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

30.5% - 50.8%

Toyota Prius Prime Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

5.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

6.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius Prime

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.9

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

12.8

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

10.2 - 12.9

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

3.1%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.4

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

11.2

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

10 - 12.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

7.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

4.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

4.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize Cars)

2.5 - 8.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2 - 8.6

Toyota Prius Prime Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

1 / 25

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

1 / 9

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) Under $35k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) Under $30k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) Under $35k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) Under $40k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small Cars Under $25k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 2

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

2 / 10

Best Family Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

2 / 10

Best Family Hybrid Small Cars

2 / 9

Most Affordable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

2 / 3

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 25

Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

3 / 10

Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 10

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

3 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 9

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

3 / 9

Best Hybrid Cars Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $25k

3 / 6

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $30k

3 / 6

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $40k

3 / 6

Hybrid Cars with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 25

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

4 / 4

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 25

Best Family Hybrid Cars

5 / 25

Most Reliable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

5 / 10

Most Comfortable Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV)

6 / 10

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

6 / 9

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

6 / 9

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

7 / 10

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

8 / 10

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

8 / 9

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

9 / 10

Safest Hybrid Cars

10 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars

11 / 25

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

12 / 25

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

15 / 25

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

19 / 25

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

23 / 25

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 32

Best Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

3 / 11

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $60k

3 / 5

Safest Hybrid SUVs

4 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

4 / 30

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 26

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

5 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

6 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

6 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

8 / 32

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

10 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

11 / 12

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

12 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

13 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

16 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

17 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

18 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

20 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

22 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

24 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

25 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

26 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

26 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

29 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

29 / 32

Available 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 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:

2 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

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

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:

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

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:

2.5 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

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:

Available

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

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:

N/A

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:

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:

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:

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:

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:

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

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

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Not available

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Ice Cap

Interior Colors

Black

Black/Red

Beige

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Beige

Nutmeg

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