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SsangYong Torres vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Toyota Prius?

SsangYong Torres vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • significantly more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

SsangYong Torres is somewhat cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres offers considerably more range – reaching up to 462 km, about 376 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Prius offers marginally more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the SsangYong Torres is very slightly faster – reaching 194 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, SsangYong Torres is very slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 419 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries clearly more – 552 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 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.

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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
SsangYong Torres
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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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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SsangYong Torres
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
552 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Toyota
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