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2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback vs. 2022 Toyota Prius Prime Review

Picture of the 2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback

2022 Toyota
Corolla Hatchback

MSRP*: $21,165 to $25,215
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Picture of the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime

2022 Toyota
Prius Prime

MSRP*: $28,770 to $34,550
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MPG - City 28 - 32 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 36 - 41 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 121-hp, 1.8-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 169 hp 121 hp
Exterior Length 172.0 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 70.5 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 29.9 in
Front 43.2 in
Rear 33.4 in
Head Room Front 38.4 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Prius Prime than the Toyota Corolla Hatchback, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Prius Prime will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Corolla Hatchback.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Toyota Corolla Hatchback is clearly a better financial choice over the Toyota Prius Prime.

Dimensions
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a little wider than the Toyota Prius Prime, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. If you go with the Toyota Corolla Hatchback, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Prius Prime.

Handling
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota Prius Prime, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota Corolla Hatchback has a much more powerful engine than the Toyota Prius Prime. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Prius Prime.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Toyota Corolla Hatchback and the Toyota Prius Prime.