Are you looking for a hybrid or electric vehicle for your Elgin commute? You're not alone. More car buyers are looking at the Nissan Leaf or the Toyota Prius for their driving needs. Not only do these vehicles offer stellar fuel efficiency/battery range, but they also have state of the art comfort and convenience technology for your long drives in South Elgin traffic or your errands to Streamwood. However, which vehicle is right for you? Read more about the Prius vs Leaf with Elgin Toyota to see which hatchback will offer you the best savings on fuel economy and range. Have specific questions? Feel free to contact us at your convenience!
Prius vs Leaf: Engine
The Nissan Leaf and the Toyota Prius are both hatchback vehicles that offer intelligent driver-assist systems and interior convenience features that aim to make your ride safer and more comfortable to and from Bartlett. And while they share a lot of the same characteristics, there is one big difference between them: Their engines. The Toyota Prius offers a hybrid 1.8L 4-cylinder engine, which is powered by a high-performance battery and regular fuel. The Nissan Leaf, however, is a fully electric vehicle that runs on a 110kW AC synchronous electric motor.
Toyota Prius 1.8L 4-cylinder engine
- 54 MPG City/50 MPG Highway EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
- 121 hp
- 105 lb-ft of torque
Nissan Leaf 110kW AC synchronous electric motor
- 226 mile range
- 147 hp
- 236 lb-ft of torque
The type of engine you prefer is dependent on your needs. Drivers that are newer to electric vehicles or hybrid vehicles may prefer the battery/fuel combination offered by the Toyota Prius. Anxieties over finding a charging station before the electric motor's charge runs out or the specifics of the electric motor battery warranty will be erased with the combination fuel option offered by the Prius. Plus, the Toyota Prius will require many of the same maintenance services as regular cars that can be performed at any Toyota service center, whereas the Nissan Leaf requires a specific Nissan Leaf certified service center for it's specialized motor.
Prius Vs Leaf: Range/Fuel Economy
When it comes to the Nissan Leaf or the Toyota Prius for sale in Elgin, the biggest question for drivers is their fuel economy. Because of its fully electric motor, the Nissan Leaf doesn't run on gas, which means there is no EPA fuel economy rating for it. Instead it has a range of mileage that the battery can cover before the charge runs out. The 2020 Nissan Leaf can cover 226 miles before needing to charge again, a process which Nissan promises is faster than ever before. The Toyota Prius, however, has an EPA-Estimated fuel economy rating of 54 MPG City/50 MPG Highway. Since the Toyota Prius hatchback has a 11.3 gallon fuel tank capacity and a combined 52 MPG fuel economy, the Toyota Prius has a range of about 587 miles before it would need to be refueled. Compared to the 226 mile range of the Nissan Leaf, drivers may find that they get more distance out of the Toyota Prius than the Nissan Leaf. In addition to savings with fuel/charging costs, the Toyota Prius is also a lot cheaper than the Nissan Leaf, starting at just $24,325 MSRP* compared to $31,600 MSRP. For Elgin drivers, the all around savings of the Toyota Prius may be a deciding factor on which hatchback they choose.
Find a Toyota Prius For Sale at Elgin Toyota!
Now that you've read more about the Prius vs Leaf, shop our selection of Toyota models online to see our full inventory of different Prius models. However if you've already decided on buying a Toyota Prius for sale, apply for financing online and our finance experts will reach out to you with a quote for your monthly payment and interest rate. Buying a car for the first time? Or maybe the fifth? Read our car buying tips to stay up to date on the car buying process so you're prepared when you go to buy a car! Reach out to us with your questions or if you're ready to schedule a test drive! We look forward to hearing from you!
*MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $955 for Cars (Yaris HB, Yaris, Yaris iA, 86, Corolla, Corolla HB, Camry, Camry HV, Prius LB, Prius c, Prius Prime, Mirai, Avalon, Avalon HV, Supra), $1,120 for Small/Medium Trucks, SUVs and Van (C-HR, RAV4, RAV4 HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, 4Runner, Sienna, Tacoma), $1,325 for Large SUVs (Sequoia, Land Cruiser), and $1,595 for Large Truck (Tundra). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota's charge for these services is called the "Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee" and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota's overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Actual dealer price will vary.
