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BMW 328i GT xDrive vs Toyota Prius Plug-In

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive

Overview

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
Selected trim328i xDrive SULEVBase
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasplug-in hybrid
Model year20162015

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
MSRP$43,000$29,990 (best)
Lowest listing price$17,793 (best)
Median listing price$17,793 (best)
Highest listing price$17,793 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
Combined MPG26 MPG95 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe95 MPGe (best)
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)10.6 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
Horsepower240 hp (best)134 hp
Torque255 lb-ft (best)105 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.8 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft21.6 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,915 lbs3,194 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.5 in (best)
Wheelbase115 in (best)106.3 in
Length190 in (best)176.4 in
Width72 in (best)68.7 in
Height59.4 in (best)58.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i GT xDrive328i xDrive SULEVToyota Prius Plug-InBase
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 328i GT xDriveToyota Prius Plug-In
1

328i xDrive SULEV

$43,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Advanced

$34,905 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 328i GT xDrive vs Toyota Prius Plug-In FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive vs 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In starts lower at $29,990. Live Toyota Prius Plug-In listings start at $17,793.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (95).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
The 2016 BMW 328i GT xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).