Toyota Prius vs. Volkswagen GLI Review

Utility
Neither the Toyota nor the Volkswagen GLI has a marked advantage when it comes to seating capacity. The Volkswagen GLI is likely a better choice than the Toyota Prius in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of gear or sizeable dogs.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Volkswagen GLI packs quite a wallop and will knock the Toyota down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Volkswagen than the Prius because of its larger tank. The Prius and the Volkswagen GLI compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You'll most definitely have to take the Volkswagen GLI for a fill-up more often than the Toyota Prius because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the Volkswagen GLI to the dealership as the Toyota Prius. The Toyota will save you money at the pump compared to the Volkswagen GLI. The Volkswagen GLI will tax your gasoline budget tremendously more than the Toyota Prius will. Regarding MSRP, the Toyota doesn't cost much less than the Volkswagen GLI. The Toyota Prius will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Volkswagen GLI.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Toyota and the GLI most certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The GLI's engine isn't much more massive than the Toyota Prius's. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Volkswagen GLI is tremendously more powerful than the Toyota. The Toyota could learn a lesson or two from the Volkswagen GLI regarding pickup.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Toyota Prius offers a bit more head room than the Volkswagen GLI, there frankly isn't much of a difference. The Toyota Prius is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Volkswagen.

Warranty
The Volkswagen GLI and the Toyota have the same basic warranty.