2024 Nissan Z vs. 2024 Toyota Prius Review

Picture of the 2024 Nissan Z

2024 Nissan
Z

MSRP*: $42,970 to $65,750
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Prius

2024 Toyota
Prius

MSRP*: $27,950 to $36,365
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 49 - 57 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 28 MPG 50 - 56 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-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, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 - 420 hp 194 - 196 hp
Exterior Length 172.4 - 173.2 in 181.1 in
Exterior Width 72.6 - 73.6 in 70.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 in
Rear info not available
Front 43.2 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear info not available
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
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Nissan Z and the Toyota Prius in the front seats.

Convenience
The Toyota Prius requires fewer visits to the gas station than the Nissan Z, 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 Nissan Z will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Prius, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Nissan Z is much wider than the Toyota Prius, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Nissan Z, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Prius.

Handling
The Nissan Z has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Prius, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Z 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 Nissan Z does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Prius.

Utility
Those who have to chauffeur around a lot of people should beware, the Nissan Z seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Prius.