Head-to-head
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs 2023 Toyota Prius Prime
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins clearly, 88.1 to 81.4, on fuel & range, warranty, tech & comfort. The Toyota Prius Prime is ahead on price and space & cargo.
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2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Ioniq 6 Long range RWD…
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The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid midsize sedan with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Prius Prime S…
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Verdict · default weights
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Clear winThe Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins clearly, 88.1 to 81.4, on fuel & range, warranty, tech & comfort. The Toyota Prius Prime is ahead on price and space & cargo.
Fuel & range 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 leads by 57.1
Warranty 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 leads by 42.5
Price 2023 Toyota Prius Prime leads by 20.7
| Category · weight | 2023 Toyota Prius Primeoverall 81.4 | 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6overall 88.1 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 79.3 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 42.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 88.8 | 77.8 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 70.1 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 88.5 | 96.5 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 84.2 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 57.5 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 81.4 | 88.1 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · all 7 categories compared
Toyota Prius Prime: base trim SE FWD · Hyundai Ioniq 6: base trim SE Standard Range RWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins
- It is rated 140 combined against 52 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,200).
- It lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 19.
Where the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (7 against 56 filed with NHTSA).
- It holds 20.3 cu ft behind the second row against 11.2.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
52 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $41,600 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | — |
| Engine displacement | 1,987 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve with VVT-i (Atkinson cycle) | 111 kW (149 hp) Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 149 hp |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 53 mpg | 151 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 52 mpg | 135 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 51 mpg | 120 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 4.471 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 1 |
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) | Single-speed Reduction Gear |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | 5.6 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Overall length | 181 in | 191 in |
| Overall width | 70.2 in | 74 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in | 116 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 26.7 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 20.3 cu-ft | 11.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 91.2 cu-ft | 114 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38 in | 40.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 36.9 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.4 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43.2 in | 42.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 39.2 in |
| Third-row legroom | 34.8 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,461 lbs | 3,935 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,461 lbs | 3,935 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 4,894 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar | Multi-link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion | Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.4 ft | 19.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Automatic Electric Parking Brake | Electric Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold |
| Rear brake diameter | 279 mm | 325 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 7.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 195/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Connected Services | Bluelink |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 12 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 55.3 in | 58 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 57.3 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 52.8 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
104 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 36 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection | — | std |
| Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go | — | std |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyc & Junction Turning | — | std |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist | — | std |
| Highway Driving Assist I (HDA I) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) / Lane Following Assist (LFA) | — | std |
| Rearview camera with dynamic guidelines | — | std |
| Driver Attention Warning (DAW) | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, rear seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side curtain airbags | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning – Forward | — | std |
| Parking Distance Warning – Reverse | — | std |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | — | std |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB) | opt | — |
| High Beam Assist (HBA) | — | std |
| Integrated backup camera display | std | — |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | std | — |
| Rear Occupant Alert – Door logic type | — | std |
| Rear Seatbelt Reminder | — | std |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 — Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Lane Change Assist (LCA), Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCT), Road Sign Assist (RSA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)* | std | — |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) | — | std |
| Airbags - front, front side, curtain, front seat-mounted side-impact, roof-mounted side-curtain | std | std |
| Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2) | std | std |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | std | std |
| Safe Exit Warning (SEW) | std | std |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | std | std |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | std | std |
| Hill Assist Control (HAC) | std | std |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | std | std |
| Immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Indicator and Tire Fill Complete Alert | std | std |
Infotainment17 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect - includes AT&T WiFi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music and Amazon Music) compatibility. 1-month trial subscription for music services. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| 1 x USB Type A (Front), 2 x USB Type C charging (Center Console), 2 x USB Type C charging (Rear) | — | std |
| 12.3-inch Navigation with AM/FM/HD Radio™ & SiriusXM with 6-speakers, Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® (wired) | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription | std | — |
| Bluelink® Connected Car Services | — | std |
| Bluelink® Remote Charge Access | — | std |
| Bluetooth Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices) | — | std |
| Drive Connect - includes Cloud Navigation with Google points-of-interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey Toyota, and Destination Assist. | std | — |
| Dynamic Voice Recognition | — | std |
| OTA update capable | — | std |
| Re-generative paddle shifters (4-levels) | — | std |
| Remote Connect - Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app, via your smart watch, Amazon Alexa enabled devices, and Google Assistant™ enabled devices. | std | — |
| Safety Connect® - includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. | std | — |
| Service Connect - Receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Six USB-c charge ports * — two front/ two center console/ two rear | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility. | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility. | std | — |
| Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio streaming + phonebook transfer | std | std |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode) | std | std |
Convenience2 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12-volt outlet (1 front) | — | std |
| Power Trunk with automatic open | — | std |
| Proximity key entry with push button start & immobilizer | std | std |
| Power windows with driver's auto-down/up | std | std |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Automatic Temperature Control | — | std |
| Heat Pump | — | std |
| Single zone climate control system with dust and pollen filter | std | — |
Seating6 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power driver's seat (with power lumbar) | — | std |
| Heated front seats | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat | std | — |
| Cloth seats | — | std |
| Power lumbar support | — | std |
| 60/40 Split Fold-down Bench Seat w/ Center Armrest and Cupholders | — | std |
| 60/40 split folding rear seat with center armrest & cupholders | std | std |
| 6-way manual passenger seat | std | std |
Interior9 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | std | — |
| 12.3" Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| Center console with armrest and storage compartment | std | — |
| Rear dome light and cargo area light | std | — |
| Top-mount Multi-Information Display (MID) with indicators and 7-in. LCD display with speedometer, drive mode indicators, instrumentation and customizable settings, odometer, tripmeters, clock, outside temperature, rear passenger seatbelt indicators, fuel economy information, trip timer, and warning messages | std | — |
| Two front cup holders; two front and two rear bottle holders | std | — |
| Manual day/night inside rearview mirror | — | std |
| Manual tilt & telescopic steering column | — | std |
| Carpeted floor mats | — | opt |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel with interactive pixel lights | std | std |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors with sun visor extensions | std | std |
Exterior14 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED Projector headlights | — | std |
| Power folding side mirrors (with gloss accent) | std | — |
| 17-in. alloy wheels with wheel covers and 195/60R17 tires | std | — |
| Acoustic Windshield | — | std |
| Active Air Flaps (lower front grille) | — | std |
| Active grille shutter | std | — |
| LED Turn Signal Indicators | — | std |
| Power flush swing-type door handles | — | std |
| Rain sensing wipers | std | — |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | std | — |
| Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) | — | std |
| Automatic headlights | — | std |
| Solar front glass – Front Door, Windshield | — | std |
| LED Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | — | std |
| Heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators | std | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (amber) | std | std |
| LED rear combi lamps | std | std |
Powertrain5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Battery pre-heater / Battery preconditioning function | — | std |
| Column-mounted Shift-By-Wire (SBW) | — | std |
| Drive Mode Select (Eco → Normal → Sport → Snow → My Mode) | — | std |
| EV Ultra Fast Charger (350kW, 800V) | — | std |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area tonneau cover | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Prius Prime
Safety Signal 79 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 4
Owner complaints 7 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (3), Power Train (2), Exterior Lighting (1)
Top recalls
- high Latches/Locks/Linkages 26V049000 · 141,286 vehicles
- high Latches/Locks/Linkages 24V274000 · 55,690 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- minor Equipment 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Safety Signal 70 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 5
Owner complaints 56 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (34), Unspecified (9), Power Train (8)
Top recalls
- high Seat Belts 26V218000 · 294,448 vehicles
- high Electrical System 25V606000 · 31,042 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V868000 · 145,642 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V204000 · 99,055 vehicles
- high Power Train 24V065000 · 1,165 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $32,975 (base trim) | $41,600 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $32,975 – $39,670 3 trims | $41,600 – $56,100 7 trims |
| Powertrains | PHEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Prius Prime SE | Ioniq 6 Long range RWD (18 inch Wheels) |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 52 | 140 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,200 | $550 |
| EV range | — | 361 mi |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | 3 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime or the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins clearly, 88.1 to 81.4, on fuel & range, warranty, tech & comfort. The Toyota Prius Prime is ahead on price and space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 scores 88.1 and the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime 81.4. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime or the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6?
The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime starts lower — $32,975 against $41,600, a gap of $8,625 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime or the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6?
2023 Toyota Prius Prime: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 4 recalls. 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 5 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime and the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6?
Where the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins: it is rated 140 combined against 52 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $650 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,200), and lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 19. Where the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (7 against 56 filed with NHTSA) and holds 20.3 cu ft behind the second row against 11.2. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.