Toyota Prius vs Toyota Prius c
Overview | |
MSRP$23,215 | MSRP$19,080 |
Listings5942 | Listings430 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryNothing combines utility, comfort, and fuel economy quite like a Toyota Prius. Although this version of the car is starting to get old, it remains one of the best modes of transportation a person can buy for tackling the drudgery of daily living. Don’t expect to smile much, though, except when you realize how much money you’re saving on gas. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.8L 134 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower99 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City51 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway48 | MPG Highway46 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.8L 134 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower134 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower99 hp @ 4800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City51 | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway48 | MPG Highway46 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3042 lbs | Curb Weight2500 lbs |
Height58.7 in | Height56.9 in |
Length176.4 in | Length157.3 in |
Width68.7 in | Width66.7 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase100.4 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,215 | $19,080 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Nothing combines utility, comfort, and fuel economy quite like a Toyota Prius. Although this version of the car is starting to get old, it remains one of the best modes of transportation a person can buy for tackling the drudgery of daily living. Don’t expect to smile much, though, except when you realize how much money you’re saving on gas. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.8L 134 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 5200 rpm | 99 hp @ 4800 rpm |
MPG City | 51 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 48 | 46 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.8L 134 hp I4 Hybrid | 1.5L 99 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 5200 rpm | 99 hp @ 4800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 51 | 53 |
MPG Highway | 48 | 46 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.6 cu ft | 17.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3042 lbs | 2500 lbs |
Height | 58.7 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 157.3 in |
Width | 68.7 in | 66.7 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 100.4 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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