Compare performance (392 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Toyota Prius?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota Prius is somewhat cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,780 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is only slightly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries markedly more – 480 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The Toyota Prius is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsThe Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.
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Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
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Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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co2
12 - 17 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Length
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Length
4,599 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,782 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 kg
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Payload
365 - 375 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Power HP
223 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Power kW
164 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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