Tesla Model Y vs Toyota Prius Prime

Overview

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

Pricing

Specification Tesla Model Y Toyota Prius Prime
Current Price $47,990 – $48,990 $38,220
MSRP $48,990 $38,220
Dealer Price $47,990 $37,400

Engine & Performance

Specification Tesla Model Y Toyota Prius Prime
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 Economy

Specification Tesla Model Y Toyota Prius Prime
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

Ratings

Specification Tesla Model Y Toyota Prius Prime
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

Verdict

Specification Tesla Model Y Toyota Prius Prime
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...