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