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MINI Cooper vs Toyota Prius Prime

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

Vehicles

MINI logo

2026 MINI Cooper

Toyota logo

2024 Toyota Prius Prime

Overview

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
Selected trimOxford EditionSE
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasplug-in hybrid
Model year20262024

Pricing & market

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
MSRP$25,500 (best)$32,975
Lowest listing price$17,226 (best)
Median listing price$28,999 (best)
Highest listing price$35,888 (best)
For sale now07 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
Combined MPG32 MPG52 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG39 MPG51 MPG (best)
Fuel tank11.6 gal (best)10.6 gal

Performance

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
Horsepower161 hp220 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume34.4 cu ft (best)20.3 cu ft
Payload785 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,014 lbs (best)3,461 lbs
Ground clearance5.1 in5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase98.2 in108.3 in (best)
Length152.6 in181.1 in (best)
Width68.7 in70.1 in (best)
Height56.4 in (best)55.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMINI CooperOxford EditionToyota Prius PrimeSE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)4

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.

TrimMINI CooperToyota Prius Prime
1

Oxford Edition

$25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$32,975 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Oxford Edition

$26,500 MSRP

XSE

$36,225 MSRP

3

Signature

$29,500 MSRP

XSE Premium

$39,670 MSRP

4

Signature

$30,500 MSRP

5

Signature

$34,600 MSRP

6

Signature Plus

$31,900 MSRP

7

Signature Plus

$32,900 MSRP

8

Signature Plus

$37,000 MSRP

9

S Signature

$32,800 MSRP

10

S Signature

$33,800 MSRP

11

S Signature

$37,900 MSRP

12

Iconic

$33,600 MSRP

13

Iconic

$34,600 MSRP

14

Iconic

$38,700 MSRP

15

S Signature Plus

$35,200 MSRP

16

S Signature Plus

$36,200 MSRP

17

S Signature Plus

$40,300 MSRP

18

S Iconic

$36,900 MSRP

19

S Iconic

$37,900 MSRP

20

S Iconic

$42,000 MSRP

21

JCW Signature

$38,900 MSRP

22

JCW Signature

$44,600 MSRP

23

JCW Signature Plus

$41,300 MSRP

24

JCW Signature Plus

$47,000 MSRP

25

JCW Iconic

$43,300 MSRP

26

JCW Iconic

$49,000 MSRP

Live inventory

MINI Cooper vs Toyota Prius Prime FAQ

Which is better: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 MINI Cooper vs 2024 Toyota Prius Prime on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 MINI Cooper starts lower at $25,500. Live Toyota Prius Prime listings start at $17,226.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (25,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
The 2024 Toyota Prius Prime leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (52).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 MINI Cooper or 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
The 2026 MINI Cooper leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 MINI Cooper vs 2024 Toyota Prius Prime?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Prius Prime (5/5 NHTSA overall).