Compare performance (223 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Volvo S90?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,808 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Volvo S90 with 0.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S90 offers barely more range – reaching up to 89 km, about 3 km more than the Toyota Prius.
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 Volvo S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Volvo S90 is very slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
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 1,912 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers noticeably more boot space – 453 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries clearly more – 518 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.
The Volvo S90 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
12 - 17 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
284 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
4,599 mm
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,782 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Height
1,440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
365 - 375 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
223 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
177 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
164 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Toyota
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Brand
Volvo
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