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Toyota Prius vs Toyota Mirai comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 182 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 58,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Toyota Mirai?

Toyota Prius vs Toyota Mirai: Key differences

Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Toyota Mirai

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

Prius

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.

Toyota Prius is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,285 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Mirai offers clearly more range – reaching up to 650 km, about 564 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Mirai

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 a bit more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is a bit lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Mirai offers marginally more boot space – 300 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Mirai carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius sits just 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
Toyota Prius
Toyota Mirai

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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 Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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Toyota Prius
Toyota Mirai

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
650 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
300 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
485 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Toyota
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