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BMW 7 Series vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Toyota Prius?

BMW 7 Series vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,351 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 7 Series with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Prius offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 86 km, about 6 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

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 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 348 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is markedly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers considerably more boot space – 540 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 256 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries substantially more – 665 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is far ahead overall 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
BMW 7 Series
Toyota Prius

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Toyota Prius

The 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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BMW 7 Series
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
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Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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