Chevrolet Volt vs Toyota Prius Plug-In
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | plug-in hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Model year | 2019 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,520 | $29,990 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $7,427 (best) | $17,793 |
| Median listing price | $7,964 (best) | $17,793 |
| Highest listing price | $8,500 (best) | $17,793 |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 42 MPG | 95 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 43 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 42 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | 106 MPGe (best) | 95 MPGe |
| Electric range | 53 mi (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 4.5 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 8.9 gal | 10.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 149 hp (best) | 134 hp |
| Torque | 294 lb-ft (best) | 105 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 1.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 10.6 cu ft | 21.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,519 lbs | 3,194 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 106.3 in (best) |
| Length | 180.4 in (best) | 176.4 in |
| Width | 71.2 in (best) | 68.7 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet VoltLT | Toyota Prius Plug-InBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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.
| Trim | Chevrolet Volt | Toyota Prius Plug-In |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $33,520 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premier $38,120 MSRP | Advanced $34,905 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Volt vs Toyota Prius Plug-In FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Volt 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: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In starts lower at $29,990. Live Chevrolet Volt listings start at $7,427. Live Toyota Prius Plug-In listings start at $17,793.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,990).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (95).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (53).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Volt or 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Volt leads on horsepower in this comparison (149).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Volt vs 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Volt (5/5 NHTSA overall).