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Toyota Prius vs Maxus Euniq 5 comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Maxus Euniq 5?

Toyota Prius vs Maxus Euniq 5: Key differences

Toyota Prius

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • moderately lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maxus Euniq 5

  • clearly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Prius

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,979 £.

As for electric range, the Maxus Euniq 5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 360 km, about 274 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Euniq 5

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 Toyota Prius offers visibly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Prius is barely faster – reaching 177 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

Prius

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: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is moderately lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Prius offers clearly more boot space – 284 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries markedly more – 541 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus Euniq 5 comes out clearly 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.

£46,399
Euniq 5

Maxus Euniq 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 360 km
Toyota Prius
Maxus Euniq 5

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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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Maxus Euniq 5

The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.

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Toyota Prius
Maxus Euniq 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
46,400 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
360 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
4,825 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,800 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
541 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Maxus
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