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Hyundai Tiburon vs Toyota Prius

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

Vehicles

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2008 Hyundai Tiburon

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2027 Toyota Prius

Overview

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
Selected trimGSLE
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20082027

Pricing & market

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
MSRP$17,270 (best)$28,755
Lowest listing price$5,995 (best)
Median listing price$31,001 (best)
Highest listing price$40,009 (best)
For sale now033 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
Combined MPG23 MPG54 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG54 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (best)11.3 gal

Performance

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
Horsepower138 hp194 hp (best)
Torque136 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors34 (best)
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft23.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,898 lbs (best)3,097 lbs
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase99.6 in108.3 in (best)
Length173 in181.1 in (best)
Width69.3 in70.2 in (best)
Height52.4 in55.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHyundai TiburonGSToyota PriusLE
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None 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.

TrimHyundai TiburonToyota Prius
1

GS

$17,270 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$28,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GS

$18,370 MSRP

LE

$30,155 MSRP

3

GT

$20,170 MSRP

XLE

$32,200 MSRP

4

GT

$21,270 MSRP

XLE

$33,600 MSRP

5

SE

$22,620 MSRP

Nightshade

$33,005 MSRP

6

GT Limited

$22,770 MSRP

Nightshade

$38,000 MSRP

7

Nightshade

$34,405 MSRP

8

SE

$33,980 MSRP

9

Limited

$35,770 MSRP

10

Limited

$37,170 MSRP

11

XSE

$37,230 MSRP

12

XSE Premium

$40,675 MSRP

Live inventory

Hyundai Tiburon vs Toyota Prius FAQ

Which is better: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs 2027 Toyota Prius on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon starts lower at $17,270. Live Toyota Prius listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,270).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (57).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (45).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on horsepower in this comparison (220).
Which has better seats: 2008 Hyundai Tiburon or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on seats in this comparison (5).