Tesla Model Y vs Toyota Prius Prime
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Toyota Prius Prime
$38,220
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Tesla Model Y vs Toyota Prius Prime. Toyota Prius Prime offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Toyota Prius Prime
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Toyota Prius Prime
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Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
Toyota Prius Prime
$38,220
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Tesla Model Y |
Toyota Prius Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Tesla | Toyota |
| Model | Model Y | Prius Prime |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | Ev | — |
| Body Style | Compact Crossover SUV | Hatchback |
| Current Price | $47,990 – $48,990 | $38,220 |
| MSRP | $48,990 | $38,220 |
| Dealer Price | $47,990 | $37,400 |
| Engine | Dual Motor AWD | 2.0L 4-Cylinder PHEV with Dual Electric Motors |
| Horsepower | 384 hp (est.) | 220 hp |
| Torque | Instant electric torque | 139 lb-ft (engine) + Electric Motor Torque |
| 0–60 mph | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) | 6.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 135 mph | 112 mph |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Plug-In Hybrid Gasoline / Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) | 114 MPGe / 48 MPG combined |
| Range (EV) | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) | 39 miles EPA (XSE Trim) |
| Emissions | 0 g/mi | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) |
| Battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) | 13.6 kWh Lithium-ion |
| Charging | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) | Level 2 (240V) in 4 hours / Level 1 (120V) in 11 hours |
| Expert Rating | 4.7/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 2240 | 980 |
| Performance Score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Comfort Score | 8.7 | 8.2 |
| Safety Score | 9.1 | Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0) |
| Fuel Economy Score | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Technology Score | 9.5 | 8.9 |
| Value Score | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Pros | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... | Quick 6.6-second 0-60 mph acceleration; 39 miles of all-electric driving range; Sleek coupe-like exterior design; Upgrad... |
| Cons | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... | Rear seat headroom is slightly tight due to roofline; Front-Wheel Drive only (AWD is reserved for non-plug-in Prius mode... |
