Head-to-head
2026 Audi S5 vs 2026 Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius wins clearly, 88.5 to 62.5, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Audi S5 is ahead on performance and safety.
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2026 Audi S5
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Verdict · default weights
2026 Toyota Prius
Clear winThe Toyota Prius wins clearly, 88.5 to 62.5, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Audi S5 is ahead on performance and safety.
Tech & comfort 2026 Toyota Prius leads by 84
Price 2026 Toyota Prius leads by 54.9
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota Prius leads by 64
| Category · weight | 2026 Toyota Priusoverall 88.5 | 2026 Audi S5overall 62.5 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 45.1 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 36 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 77.2 | 84.6 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 96.7 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 43.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 16 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 86.8 | 90.8 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 88.5 | 62.5 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · all 7 categories compared
Toyota Prius: base trim LE FWD · Audi S5: base trim S5 AWD. 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 2026 Toyota Prius wins
- It lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 6.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (25 points against 4 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It starts $34,750 lower ($28,550 against $63,300 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 Audi S5 answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 10 filed with NHTSA).
- It turns out 406 lb-ft of torque against 139.
What they share
- 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
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,550 | $63,300 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 1,987 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0-Liter 4-cylinder aluminum block and head, DOHC 16-valve VVT-i | 3.0L TFSI turbocharged V6 |
| Valve configuration | 4-valve/cylinder with VVT-i | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 362 hp |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 57 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 57 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 56 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 4.410 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 7 |
| Transmission type | eCVT | S tronic dual clutch |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | — |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 56.5 in |
| Overall length | 181 in | 190 in |
| Overall width | 70.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in | 114 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 37.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 23.8 cu-ft | 22.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 91.2 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38 in | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 36.4 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | — | 37.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43.2 in | 41 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | — | 36.1 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,097 lbs | 4,288 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,097 lbs | 4,288 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | Five-link independent |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion | Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.4 ft | 39.7 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 282 mm | 360 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | Single-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Parking brake type | Automatic Electric Parking Brake | Electro-mechanical |
| Rear brake diameter | 279 mm | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | Single-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 195/60R17 | 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.3 gal | 14.8 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 91 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Sense / Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Wi-Fi Connect / Drive Connect | — |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 60 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 55.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 52.8 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 55.1 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
90 features · differences first, then sharedSafety29 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System | std | — |
| Front and rear side curtain airbags | std | — |
| Integrated backup camera | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | std | — |
| Lane Tracing Assist | std | — |
| Rear seat-mounted side airbags | std | — |
| Safe Exit Alert | std | — |
| Auto High Beams | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Electro-mechanical Parking Brake | — | std |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking | opt | — |
| Front: Floating caliper / Rear: Floating caliper with integrated electric parking brake | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | std | — |
| Proactive Driving Assist | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | std | — |
| Road Sign Assist | std | — |
| Single-piston floating caliper 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs (Rear Brakes) | — | std |
| Single-piston floating caliper 14.2" (360mm) ventilated steel discs (Front Brakes) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense 3.0™ | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist | std | — |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System | std | — |
| Engine immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System | std | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System Standard, all four wheels, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | std | std |
| Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | std | std |
Infotainment10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | std | — |
| 8.0-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with USB media port, five USB charge ports, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | 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 | — |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic functions | std | — |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi., whichever occurs first | — | std |
| Powertrain Limited Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi., whichever occurs first | — | std |
| Roadside Assistance: 4 year / Unlimited mileage | — | std |
| Scheduled Maintenance: First 3 years / 30,000 mi. of ownership, whichever occurs first | — | std |
| Liftback | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Single-zone climate control system with pollen filtration | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seats | std | — |
| 6-way adjustable driver's seat | std | — |
| 6-way adjustable front passenger seat | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 6-way adjustable front passenger seat | std | — |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| SofTex®-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 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 | — |
| Front seatback pockets | std | — |
Exterior19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature | std | — |
| 19" 5-double-V-spoke design, bi-color finish wheels (Standard) | — | std |
| 20" 5-arm-falx design, bi-color finish wheels (Optional) | — | opt |
| 20" multispoke –S design, bi-color finish wheels (Optional) | — | opt |
| 245/35 R20 95H XL all-season run flat tires (Optional) | — | opt |
| 245/35 R20 98Y XL summer tires (Optional) | — | opt |
| 245/40 R19 98H XL all-season run flat tires (Optional) | — | opt |
| 245/40 R19 98Y XL summer tires (Standard) | — | std |
| Active grille shutter | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside front door handles | std | — |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd.) 0.31 | — | 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 | — |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | std | — |
| Self-supporting steel body construction | — | std |
| Tire Repair Kit | std | — |
| Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
Powertrain8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| quattro® all-wheel drive | — | std |
| 16-valve / 24-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift and variable timing | — | std |
| 2.0L TFSI® turbocharged I4 / 3.0L TFSI® turbocharged V6 | — | std |
| 7-speed S tronic® dual clutch transmission | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (City) 20 | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (Combined) 23 | — | std |
| EPA Estimated MPG (Highway) 29 | — | std |
| EPA Rating ULEV | — | std |
Chassis2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assist | — | std |
| Five-link independent with Sport adaptive air suspension | — | std |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 10 · 2 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (4), Exterior Lighting (2), Unspecified (2)
Top recalls
- high Latches/Locks/Linkages 26V049000 · 141,286 vehicles
Audi S5
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (2), Service Brakes (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota PriusLE FWD | Audi S5S5 AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,550 (base trim) | $63,300 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $28,550 – $40,470 12 trims | $63,300 1 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Prius | S5 Sport Sedan |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 57 | 23 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,200 | $3,550 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | 3 yr | 4 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Toyota Prius or the 2026 Audi S5?
The Toyota Prius wins clearly, 88.5 to 62.5, on tech & comfort, price, fuel & range. The Audi S5 is ahead on performance and safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Prius scores 88.5 and the 2026 Audi S5 62.5. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Toyota Prius or the 2026 Audi S5?
The 2026 Toyota Prius starts lower — $28,550 against $63,300, a gap of $34,750 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Toyota Prius or the 2026 Audi S5?
2026 Toyota Prius: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Audi S5: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2026 Toyota Prius and the 2026 Audi S5?
Where the 2026 Toyota Prius wins: it lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 6, lists more comfort and tech equipment (25 points against 4 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and starts $34,750 lower ($28,550 against $63,300 base MSRP). Where the 2026 Audi S5 answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (1 against 10 filed with NHTSA) and turns out 406 lb-ft of torque against 139. What they share: 5 seats.