Mazda 626 vs Toyota Prius
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Prius
Overview
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | LE |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2002 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18,785 (best) | $28,550 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $14,421 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $14,421 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $14,421 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 57 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 57 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 56 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal (best) | 11.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 125 hp | 194 hp (best) |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14.2 cu ft | 23.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,864 lbs (best) | 3,097 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in | 5.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 108.3 in (best) |
| Length | 187.4 in (best) | 181.1 in |
| Width | 69.3 in | 70.2 in (best) |
| Height | 55.1 in | 55.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda 626LX | Toyota PriusLE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | Mazda 626 | Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $18,785 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $28,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX V6 $19,985 MSRP | LE $29,950 MSRP |
| 3 | ES V6 $21,885 MSRP | XLE $31,995 MSRP |
| 4 | — | XLE $33,395 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Nightshade $32,800 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Nightshade $34,200 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SE $33,775 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Limited $35,565 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Limited $36,965 MSRP |
| 10 | — | XSE $37,025 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Nightshade $37,795 MSRP |
| 12 | — | XSE Premium $40,470 MSRP |
