Toyota Prius c vs Toyota Prius Prime
Overview | |
MSRP$19,080 | MSRP$28,220 |
Average price$12,322 | Average price$24,921 |
Listings519 | Listings1547 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Toyota Prius family is growing. The iconic hybrid has been so successful Toyota has seen fit to expand the Prius into a multi-vehicle sub-brand. It still lives under the Toyota name, but has expanded to several uniquely Prius–ey vehicles. The first variant was the Prius V, which is a larger vehicle that took on more of an MPV/wagon shape when it went on sale in the U.S. in October 2011. As you might have guessed the, “V” stands for “Versatility.” In March of 2012, the family grew again, but this time by going smaller. The Prius C is a subcompact hybrid, based on the same platform as the diminutive Toyota Yaris. But the Prius C features the namesake drivetrain and more attractive and fun packaging. The Prius C is a more affordable, more city-friendly means of staying within the Prius family. The “C” in the name stands for “City,” but it might as well be “Compelling.” So, is the Prius C, at $19,080, worth its premium over the mere $14,430 for a Yaris? It depends on where you’re standing. | |
Reviews SummaryWith the 2021 Prius Prime, Toyota does what Toyota does best—packaging. The car comes with a good list of standard equipment and features while maintaining the range and efficiency qualities that plug-in hybrid shoppers are looking for. But a hard-to-use infotainment system and slow acceleration eat into the ownership experience as the market gets increasingly more competitive. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower99 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity8.8 kWh |
MPG City53 | MPG City55 |
MPG Highway46 | MPG Highway53 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)5.5 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower99 hp @ 4800 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)5.5 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity8.8 kWh |
MPG City53 | MPG City55 |
MPG Highway46 | MPG Highway53 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.1 cu ft | Cargo Space19.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight2500 lbs | Curb Weight3365 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.9 in |
Length157.3 in | Length182.9 in |
Width66.7 in | Width69.3 in |
Wheelbase100.4 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload840 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,080 | $28,220 |
Average price | $12,322 | $24,921 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Toyota Prius family is growing. The iconic hybrid has been so successful Toyota has seen fit to expand the Prius into a multi-vehicle sub-brand. It still lives under the Toyota name, but has expanded to several uniquely Prius–ey vehicles. The first variant was the Prius V, which is a larger vehicle that took on more of an MPV/wagon shape when it went on sale in the U.S. in October 2011. As you might have guessed the, “V” stands for “Versatility.” In March of 2012, the family grew again, but this time by going smaller. The Prius C is a subcompact hybrid, based on the same platform as the diminutive Toyota Yaris. But the Prius C features the namesake drivetrain and more attractive and fun packaging. The Prius C is a more affordable, more city-friendly means of staying within the Prius family. The “C” in the name stands for “City,” but it might as well be “Compelling.” So, is the Prius C, at $19,080, worth its premium over the mere $14,430 for a Yaris? It depends on where you’re standing. | With the 2021 Prius Prime, Toyota does what Toyota does best—packaging. The car comes with a good list of standard equipment and features while maintaining the range and efficiency qualities that plug-in hybrid shoppers are looking for. But a hard-to-use infotainment system and slow acceleration eat into the ownership experience as the market gets increasingly more competitive. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 99 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 8.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 53 | 55 |
MPG Highway | 46 | 53 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 5.5 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower | 99 hp @ 4800 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 5.5 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 8.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 53 | 55 |
MPG Highway | 46 | 53 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.1 cu ft | 19.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2500 lbs | 3365 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 182.9 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 69.3 in |
Wheelbase | 100.4 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 840 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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