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Honda CR-Z vs Toyota Prius C

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

Vehicles

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2016 Honda CR-Z

Overview

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
Selected trimLXL
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridhybrid
Model year20162019

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
MSRP$20,295 (best)$21,530
Lowest listing price$18,977 (best)
Median listing price$18,977 (best)
Highest listing price$18,977 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
Combined MPG33 MPG46 MPG (best)
City MPG31 MPG48 MPG (best)
Highway MPG37 MPG43 MPG (best)
Fuel tank10.6 gal (best)9.5 gal

Performance

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
Horsepower130 hp (best)99 hp
Torque140 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
Seating2 seats5 seats (best)
Doors35 (best)
Cargo volume25.1 cu ft (best)17.1 cu ft
Curb weight2,648 lbs2,530 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase95.9 in100.4 in (best)
Length161.5 in162.4 in (best)
Width68.5 in68.6 in (best)
Height54.9 in59.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CR-ZLXToyota Prius CL
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★3 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimHonda CR-ZToyota Prius C
1

LX

$20,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)

L

$21,530 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$20,945 MSRP

LE

$22,955 MSRP

3

EX

$22,140 MSRP

4

EX

$22,790 MSRP

5

EX-L

$24,440 MSRP

6

EX-L

$25,090 MSRP

Live inventory

Honda CR-Z vs Toyota Prius C FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Honda CR-Z vs 2019 Toyota Prius C on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Honda CR-Z starts lower at $20,295. Live Toyota Prius C listings start at $18,977.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2016 Honda CR-Z leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,295).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2019 Toyota Prius C leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (46).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2016 Honda CR-Z leads on horsepower in this comparison (130).
Which has better seats: 2016 Honda CR-Z or 2019 Toyota Prius C?
The 2019 Toyota Prius C leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Honda CR-Z vs 2019 Toyota Prius C?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda CR-Z (4/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota Prius C (4/5 NHTSA overall).