2024 Audi S5 vs. 2024 Toyota Prius Review

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2024 Audi
S5

MSRP*: $57,500
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2024 Toyota
Prius

MSRP*: $27,950 to $36,365
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MPG - City 20 - 21 MPG 49 - 57 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 50 - 56 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 194-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 196-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 194 - 196 hp
Exterior Length 184.9 - 187.2 in 181.1 in
Exterior Width 72.6 - 72.7 in 70.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 32.7 - 35.1 in
Front 43.2 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 37.4 - 37.8 in
Rear 36.1 - 37.0 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 36.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Prius than the Audi S5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Prius will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi S5.

Convenience
The Toyota Prius requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Audi S5, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi S5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Prius, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi S5 is much wider than the Toyota Prius, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Audi S5, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Prius.

Handling
The Audi S5 has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Prius, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi S5 has a much more powerful engine than the Toyota Prius. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi S5 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Prius.

Utility
The Audi S5 has less seating than the Toyota Prius, making the Toyota Prius the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.