Honda Insight vs Toyota Prius C
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Toyota Prius C
Overview
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | EX | L |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Model year | 2022 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,760 | $21,530 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 52 MPG (best) | 46 MPG |
| City MPG | 55 MPG (best) | 48 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 49 MPG (best) | 43 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 10.6 gal (best) | 9.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 151 hp (best) | 99 hp |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 15.1 cu ft | 17.1 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,000 lbs | 2,530 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 100.4 in |
| Length | 183.6 in (best) | 162.4 in |
| Width | 71.6 in (best) | 68.6 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 59.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda InsightEX | Toyota Prius CL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | Honda Insight | Toyota Prius C |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | EX $25,760 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L $21,530 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Touring $29,790 MSRP | LE $22,955 MSRP |