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Mitsubishi Eclipse vs Toyota Prius

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

Vehicles

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2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse

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2027 Toyota Prius

Overview

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota PriusLE
Selected trimGSLE
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manualcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20122027

Pricing & market

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota PriusLE
MSRP$19,499 (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

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota PriusLE
Combined MPG23 MPG54 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG54 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.7 gal (best)11.3 gal

Performance

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota PriusLE
Horsepower162 hp194 hp (best)
Torque162 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota PriusLE
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors34 (best)
Cargo volume15.7 cu ft23.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,272 lbs3,097 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.8 in (best)5.6 in
Wheelbase101.4 in108.3 in (best)
Length180.4 in181.1 in (best)
Width72.2 in (best)70.2 in
Height53.2 in55.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecMitsubishi EclipseGSToyota 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.

TrimMitsubishi EclipseToyota Prius
1

GS

$19,499 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$28,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GS

$20,499 MSRP

LE

$30,155 MSRP

3

GS-Sport

$24,699 MSRP

XLE

$32,200 MSRP

4

GS-Sport

$27,999 MSRP

XLE

$33,600 MSRP

5

SE

$24,699 MSRP

Nightshade

$33,005 MSRP

6

SE

$28,299 MSRP

Nightshade

$38,000 MSRP

7

GT

$29,089 MSRP

Nightshade

$34,405 MSRP

8

GT

$32,599 MSRP

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

Mitsubishi Eclipse vs Toyota Prius FAQ

Which is better: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse starts lower at $19,499. Live Toyota Prius listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (19,499).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (57).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (45).
Which has better horsepower: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse leads on horsepower in this comparison (265).
Which has better seats: 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on seats in this comparison (5).