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Toyota C-HR vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota C-HR or Toyota Prius?

Toyota C-HR vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

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

C-HR

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 C-HR is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Prius offers markedly more range – reaching up to 86 km, about 20 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 223 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

C-HR

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is very slightly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers noticeably more boot space – 447 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 163 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR carries a bit more – 425 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 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
Toyota C-HR
Toyota Prius

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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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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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Toyota C-HR
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
66 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
52 - 116 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
375 - 425 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Toyota
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