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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Toyota Prius?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Toyota Prius

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  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Vivaro is slightly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,219 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Vivaro with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Vivaro offers clearly more range – reaching up to 350 km, about 264 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Prius offers slightly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is barely lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries considerably more – 1,226 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 851 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius stands well ahead of its rival 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
Vauxhall Vivaro
Toyota Prius

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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
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Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Toyota
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