Audi A4 vs Toyota Prius
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced1996-Present |
MSRP$28,350 | MSRP$39,900 |
Listings8721 | Listings3246 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryDecades ago, few cars were anywhere near as fuel efficient as the Toyota Prius. Today, the 2025 Prius remains the fuel economy champion, but numerous alternatives are close behind. Some even offer more interior room at a lower price. That reality, coupled with the Prius’ cramped interior, limited trunk space, and general weirdness, means hybrid car buyers have options. In response, Toyota adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look to the 2025 Prius lineup. Verdict: The point of the 2025 Toyota Prius is fuel economy, but our Prius Nightshade test car averaged 39.2 mpg, falling significantly short of the EPA estimate of 52 mpg in combined driving. That certainly isn’t superior to roomier hybrid cars from Honda, Hyundai, or from within Toyota’s own lineup. | |
Reviews SummaryWe’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity0.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City57 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway56 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower201 hp @ 4200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity0.9 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City57 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway56 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space23.8 cu ft | Cargo Space12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight3682 lbs |
Height55.9 in | Height56.2 in |
Length181.1 in | Length187.5 in |
Width70.2 in | Width79.6 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload860 lbs | Maximum Payload1014 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 1996-Present |
MSRP | $28,350 | $39,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Decades ago, few cars were anywhere near as fuel efficient as the Toyota Prius. Today, the 2025 Prius remains the fuel economy champion, but numerous alternatives are close behind. Some even offer more interior room at a lower price. That reality, coupled with the Prius’ cramped interior, limited trunk space, and general weirdness, means hybrid car buyers have options. In response, Toyota adds a new Nightshade trim level with a blacked-out look to the 2025 Prius lineup. Verdict: The point of the 2025 Toyota Prius is fuel economy, but our Prius Nightshade test car averaged 39.2 mpg, falling significantly short of the EPA estimate of 52 mpg in combined driving. That certainly isn’t superior to roomier hybrid cars from Honda, Hyundai, or from within Toyota’s own lineup. | We’d forgotten just how terrific the Audi A4 can be. The compact luxury sports sedan is over half a decade old now. After a week-long stint in a 2022 Audi A4 Prestige 45 TFSI, we’re reminded of the A4’s fundamental appeal. From its rock-solid structure to its modern technology, nothing about the 2022 A4 telegraphs the car’s age. The A4 remains an excellent choice in a luxury sports sedan. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 57 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 56 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 194 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | |
Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.9 kWh | |
MPG City | 57 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 56 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 23.8 cu ft | 12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 3682 lbs |
Height | 55.9 in | 56.2 in |
Length | 181.1 in | 187.5 in |
Width | 70.2 in | 79.6 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 860 lbs | 1014 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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