2023 Kia Stinger vs 2023 Toyota Prius Prime
The Toyota Prius Prime edges it, 86.8 to 83, on fuel & range. The Kia Stinger is ahead on performance and safety. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 2.9 and it flips.
2023 Kia Stinger
The 2023 Kia Stinger is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize hatchback with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Stinger RWD, is EPA-rated a…
2023 Toyota Prius Prime
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2023 Toyota Prius Prime
Slight edgeThe Toyota Prius Prime edges it, 86.8 to 83, on fuel & range. The Kia Stinger is ahead on performance and safety. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 2.9 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2023 Kia Stingeroverall 83 | 2023 Toyota Prius Primeoverall 86.8 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 42.3 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 96.6 | 88.6 | ||||||||||||
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 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 50 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 83 | 86.8 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 4 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Kia Stinger
Kia Stinger: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Toyota Prius Prime: base trim SE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the performance weight from 2 to 2.9 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime wins
- It costs $2,000 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $3,300).
- It is rated 52 combined against 25 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2023 Kia Stinger answers
- It makes 300 hp against 150.
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 6 filed with NHTSA).
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
44 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 150 hp |
| Torque | — | 139 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 52 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 51 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | — | Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.6 in |
| Overall height | — | 55.9 in |
| Overall length | — | 181 in |
| Overall width | — | 70.2 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 108 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 26.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 20.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 91.2 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 38 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 36.4 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 43.2 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 34.8 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,461 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,461 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link with rear stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 34.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Automatic Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 279 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | alloy |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 195/60R17 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 120 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 55.3 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
55 features · differences first, then sharedSafety19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Integrated backup camera display | — | 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 |
| Safe Exit Assist (SEA) | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (PA w/AB) | — | opt |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month Platinum Plan trial subscription | — | std |
| Drive Connect – includes Cloud Navigation with Google points-of-interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey Toyota, and Destination Assist. | — | std |
| Remote Connect – Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app. 1-year trial subscription. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® – includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Up to 10-year trial subscription. | — | std |
| Service Connect – Receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Up to 10-year trial subscription. | — | std |
| Six USB-c charge ports * — two front/ two center console/ two rear | — | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front driver door with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic functions | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Single zone climate control system with dust and pollen filter | — | std |
Seating3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seats | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
Interior6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, Multi-Information Display, and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls | — | 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 |
| Extendable dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
Exterior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature | — | std |
| 17-in. alloy wheels with wheel covers and 195/60R17 tires | — | std |
| Active grille shutter | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with on/off feature | — | std |
| LED taillights and stop lights | — | std |
| Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | — | std |
Powertrain6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Time: Approximately 4 hrs. (240V) / 11 hrs. (120V) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated EV Driving Range: Up to 44 miles (SE); Up to 39 miles (XSE & XSE Premium) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined MPG): 53/51/52 (SE); 50/47/48 (XSE, XSE Premium) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPGe (combined): 127 (SE); 114 (XSE, XSE Premium) | — | std |
| EPA Estimated Total Driving Range: 600 miles (SE); 550 miles (XSE, XSE Premium) | — | std |
| Hybrid Net System Horsepower: 220 horsepower (164 kW) | — | std |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area tonneau cover | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPKia Stinger
Top recalls
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 24V169000 · 36,248 vehicles
Toyota Prius Prime
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 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
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Kia Stinger | Toyota Prius PrimeSE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $32,975 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $32,975 – $39,670 3 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | PHEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Stinger RWD | Prius Prime SE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 25 | 52 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,300 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 3 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2023 Kia Stinger or the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime?
The Toyota Prius Prime edges it, 86.8 to 83, on fuel & range. The Kia Stinger is ahead on performance and safety. Raise the performance weight from 2 to 2.9 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime scores 86.8 and the 2023 Kia Stinger 83. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2023 Kia Stinger or the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime?
2023 Kia Stinger: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2023 Toyota Prius Prime: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 4 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 Kia Stinger and the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime?
Where the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime wins: it costs $2,000 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $3,300) and is rated 52 combined against 25 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2023 Kia Stinger answers: it makes 300 hp against 150 and has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 6 filed with NHTSA). What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.