2019 Nissan Maxima vs 2020 Toyota Prius
Overview | |
MSRP$34,050 | MSRP$24,325 |
Average price$20,971 | Average price$22,706 |
Listings196 | Listings94 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2019 Nissan Maxima Reviews SummaryThe Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. | |
2020 Toyota Prius Reviews SummaryEver heard of an eponym? It’s a brand or product that is so popular that it’s come to define its respective market. Think of Kleenex for tissues or Band-Aid for medical bandages. For hybrids, the Toyota Prius has ascended to near-eponym status. It was one of the first—and remains one of the most popular—hybrids ever made. As automakers across the industry are rolling out more hybrid models, the Prius continues to be the standard-bearer of this genre. This is largely due to the fact that the Prius is a dedicated hybrid, rather than a hybrid variant of an existing model. Throughout the industry, different companies are taking different approaches to alt-fuel vehicles, including full-electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains. The Prius endures as the leader in hybrid power due to a focus on fuel efficiency that doesn’t compromise on style, drivability, and versatility. So how does the Prius hold its ground as more players enter the fray? Read on to find out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity0.7 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City58 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway53 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 300 hp V6 | Engine Name1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower300 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity0.7 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City58 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway53 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space27.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3552 lbs | Curb Weight3010 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height57.9 in |
Length192.8 in | Length180.0 in |
Width73.2 in | Width69.3 in |
Wheelbase109.3 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1133 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $34,050 | $24,325 |
Average price | $20,971 | $22,706 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.9 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Maxima has endured for eight generations as a premium midsize Nissan sedan. While not the “four-door sports car” that Nissan proclaims, the Maxima’s powerful V6 engines and crisp handling have earned it a solid reputation over the past three decades. We last tested the Maxima when this generation was brand-new for 2016. Now that Nissan has refreshed it ever so mildly for 2019, we’ve taken another look at its updated style, technology, and interior features. | Ever heard of an eponym? It’s a brand or product that is so popular that it’s come to define its respective market. Think of Kleenex for tissues or Band-Aid for medical bandages. For hybrids, the Toyota Prius has ascended to near-eponym status. It was one of the first—and remains one of the most popular—hybrids ever made. As automakers across the industry are rolling out more hybrid models, the Prius continues to be the standard-bearer of this genre. This is largely due to the fact that the Prius is a dedicated hybrid, rather than a hybrid variant of an existing model. Throughout the industry, different companies are taking different approaches to alt-fuel vehicles, including full-electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains. The Prius endures as the leader in hybrid power due to a focus on fuel efficiency that doesn’t compromise on style, drivability, and versatility. So how does the Prius hold its ground as more players enter the fray? Read on to find out. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.7 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 58 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 53 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 300 hp V6 | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.7 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 58 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 53 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 27.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3552 lbs | 3010 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 192.8 in | 180.0 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.3 in |
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1133 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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