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Oldsmobile Alero vs Toyota Prius

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

Vehicles

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2004 Oldsmobile Alero

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2027 Toyota Prius

Overview

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
Selected trimGXLE
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20042027

Pricing & market

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
MSRP$18,485 (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

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
Combined MPG25 MPG54 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG53 MPG (best)
Highway MPG31 MPG54 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14 gal (best)11.3 gal

Performance

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
Horsepower140 hp194 hp (best)
Torque150 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.2 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.6 cu ft23.8 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,996 lbs (best)3,097 lbs
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase107 in108.3 in (best)
Length186.7 in (best)181.1 in
Width70.1 in70.2 in (best)
Height54.5 in55.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecOldsmobile AleroGXToyota PriusLE
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimOldsmobile AleroToyota Prius
1

GX

$18,485 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$28,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GX

$18,485 MSRP

LE

$30,155 MSRP

3

GL1

$20,435 MSRP

XLE

$32,200 MSRP

4

GL1

$20,435 MSRP

XLE

$33,600 MSRP

5

GL2

$21,985 MSRP

Nightshade

$33,005 MSRP

6

GL2

$21,985 MSRP

Nightshade

$38,000 MSRP

7

GLS

$23,085 MSRP

Nightshade

$34,405 MSRP

8

GLS

$23,335 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

Oldsmobile Alero vs Toyota Prius FAQ

Which is better: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2004 Oldsmobile Alero starts lower at $18,485. Live Toyota Prius listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,485).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (57).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (45).
Which has better horsepower: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2027 Toyota Prius leads on horsepower in this comparison (220).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2004 Oldsmobile Alero or 2027 Toyota Prius?
The 2004 Oldsmobile Alero leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).