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Mazda 3 vs Toyota Prius

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

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2026 Mazda 3

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2027 Toyota Prius

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Overview

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
Selected trim2.5 SLE
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
MSRP$24,550 (best)$28,755
Lowest listing price—$5,995 (best)
Median listing price—$30,648 (best)
Highest listing price—$40,009 (best)
For sale now032 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
Combined MPG30 MPG54 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG36 MPG54 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.2 gal (best)11.3 gal

Performance

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
Horsepower186 hp194 hp (best)
Torque186 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size2.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft23.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,111 lbs3,097 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.5 in5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase107.3 in108.3 in (best)
Length183.5 in (best)181.1 in
Width70.7 in (best)70.2 in
Height56.9 in (best)55.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda 32.5 SToyota PriusLE
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.

TrimMazda 3Toyota Prius
1

2.5 S

$24,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$28,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

2.5 S

$25,550 MSRP

LE

$30,155 MSRP

3

2.5 S Select Sport

$25,440 MSRP

XLE

$32,200 MSRP

4

2.5 S Select Sport

$26,740 MSRP

XLE

$33,600 MSRP

5

2.5 S Preferred

$27,090 MSRP

Nightshade

$33,005 MSRP

6

2.5 S Preferred

$28,440 MSRP

Nightshade

$38,000 MSRP

7

2.5 S Carbon Edition

$30,210 MSRP

Nightshade

$34,405 MSRP

8

2.5 S Carbon Edition

$31,360 MSRP

SE

$33,980 MSRP

9

2.5 S Premium

$31,450 MSRP

Limited

$35,770 MSRP

10

2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

$36,740 MSRP

Limited

$37,170 MSRP

11

2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

$37,890 MSRP

XSE

$37,230 MSRP

12—

XSE Premium

$40,675 MSRP

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Mazda 3 vs Toyota Prius FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mazda 3 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: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda 3 starts lower at $24,550. Live Toyota Prius listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2026 Mazda 3 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (24,550).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (57).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (45).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mazda 3 or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2026 Mazda 3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (227).