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Toyota Prius Plug-In vs Volkswagen Golf R

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

Vehicles

Overview

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Selected trimBaseGolf R Hatchback
Body styleHatchbackHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic7-speed automated manual
Engine typeplug-in hybridgas
Model year20152026

Pricing & market

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
MSRP$29,990 (best)$49,455
Lowest listing price$17,793 (best)$32,999
Median listing price$17,793 (best)$42,595
Highest listing price$17,793 (best)$47,995
For sale now17 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Combined MPG95 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG—22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—31 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe95 MPGe (best)—
Fuel tank10.6 gal14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Horsepower134 hp328 hp (best)
Torque105 lb-ft295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.8 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume21.6 cu ft34.5 cu ft (best)
Payload—948 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,194 lbs (best)3,461 lbs
Ground clearance—4.8 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)103.5 in
Length176.4 in (best)169.1 in
Width68.7 in70.4 in (best)
Height58.7 in (best)57.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecToyota Prius Plug-InBaseVolkswagen Golf RGolf R Hatchback
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
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.

TrimToyota Prius Plug-InVolkswagen Golf R
1

Base

$29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Golf R Hatchback

$49,455 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Advanced

$34,905 MSRP

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Live inventory

Toyota Prius Plug-In vs Volkswagen Golf R FAQ

Which is better: 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In starts lower at $29,990. Live Toyota Prius Plug-In listings start at $17,793. Live Volkswagen Golf R listings start at $32,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,990).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (95).
Which has better horsepower: 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In or 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
The 2026 Volkswagen Golf R leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf R?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen Golf R (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).