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    In the 2023 Toyota hybrid showdown, the all-new Prius faces off against the Corolla Hybrid, which introduces all-wheel drive (AWD) for the first time. Previously, AWD was exclusive to pricier Toyota SUV hybrids, but both these models now offer it as a $1400 option. While the Prius remains a hybrid powerhouse with nearly 200 horsepower due to its combined electric motors, the Corolla Hybrid trails with 138 horsepower. Both vehicles, despite differing engine sizes (2.0 liter for Corolla and 1.8 liter for Prius), maintain their AWD option without a boost in power or torque. However, while there's a slight dip in fuel efficiency with AWD, both models still boast unmatched efficiency in their segment.
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    Presenter: Clifford Atiyeh
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    0:00 The Prius and Corolla Hybrid
    0:49 Powertrain Stats
    1:48 Prius Exterior
    3:32 Corolla Exterior
    4:28 Cargo Space
    4:47 Corolla Interior
    5:29 Corolla Rear Seats
    5:47 Prius Interior
    6:41 Prius Rear Seats
    6:53 Corolla Infotainment
    8:03 Prius Infotainment
    9:31 Corolla Driving Impressions
    13:17 Prius Driving Impressions
    17:54 Pricing
    18:35 Final Thoughts
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  • @mmcelhany21
    @mmcelhany21 8 місяців тому +306

    I sell cars at a Toyota dealership and while the Prius is really cool, hands-down the best bang for your buck vehicle is the Corolla.

    • @bsxboy
      @bsxboy 8 місяців тому +23

      Hey man. I suspect that many people love the design of the new Prius but actually find it less practical that the old one. Would you confirm my suspicion that the new Prius has evolved into a completely new car, to the extent that's it's hard for it to find customers?
      The new Prius is a worse Uber car than the old one. It's, for example, much harder for even a regularly sized adult to enter through the back door. At least I was a bit disappointed by it's economy. Prius was always a mean for Toyota to reach new magnitudes of MPG. It's still high - but I was hoping for 70mpg and a tank, that would allow you to drive 1000 miles on a full tank, at least in favorable conditions.
      Prius evolved from a environment-conscious fuel sipper into a super cool car for teenagers and young adults whose parents finance their car.
      I suspect the sales aren't as high as Toyota anticipated. At least after the first round of super interested buyers.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +8

      @@bsxboyMost I’ve seen have been rental fleet vehicles, so I suspect that you’re right. I like it in concept, but at 5’9 I can’t comfortably fit in the back. Those A pillars also block a huge section of the road at intersection, which is a safety issue.

    • @nateTrh
      @nateTrh 7 місяців тому +1

      ​@bsxboy It's smaller than the older prius' for sure, and the newer TNGA C cars have smaller back seats than previous models. My guess is crash safety and aerodynamics and also because they designed these cars with other markets in mind. They know the US wants SUV's so designing a car they know won't sell as well for US buyers is a bad move for them.

    • @14bqdonk
      @14bqdonk 7 місяців тому

      really?

    • @mmcelhany21
      @mmcelhany21 7 місяців тому +3

      @@bsxboy Yeah I would say it's new design while looking cool is less practical. While you and I would find the new look and less room not as practical I still have a waitlist for these. I have someone who has waited almost 10 months for a limited but that is also due to the supply.
      I think once Toyota catches up on all their customers that are waiting for the Prius they will see the demand go way down.

  • @janfey2341
    @janfey2341 6 місяців тому +43

    I've had my 2023 Prius Prime XSE Premium for almost 3 months and really love it. It's fun to drive and economical. I did have to pay $2K over retail, but compared to some dealers I thought this cost wasn't too bad. And from my perspective the blocked instrument cluster is an overblown issue. I just raised up my seat and dropped down the steering wheel a bit, and the instrument cluster is clearly visible. No issues whatsoever. My biggest problem is simply getting into and out of the car because it's an inch lower and the door area is smaller, at least compared to my 2017 Prius Prime. And maybe since I'm age 70, I'm just not real flexible anymore. I wanted silver but accepted black, which means frequent washings. But when it's clean, black is beautiful. I also had the Ciliajet finish put on. That's my 2 cents on the car, which I like to call my SR-71.

    • @adammorra3813
      @adammorra3813 5 місяців тому +1

      Congratulations on your new car? What was your OTD price?

    • @janfey2341
      @janfey2341 5 місяців тому

      @@adammorra3813 $45,124, which included dealer prep and some add-ons like Weathertech mats, charging cable, USB cables, medical pouch and a few other things Toyota throws into the package.

    • @janfey2341
      @janfey2341 5 місяців тому

      @@adammorra3813 $45,124. I ordered film for the hood and bumper, but I flew into Denver Friday night and the dealer’s service department didn’t have time to install on Saturday. I had a local graphics biz apply it and then had my Toyota dealer apply CiliJet for $852.

    • @janfey2341
      @janfey2341 4 місяці тому

      @@adammorra3813 $45,224

    • @protectork9831
      @protectork9831 4 місяці тому +2

      Markup are stupid . You should have shopped somewhere else

  • @JonnieShipbaugh-dc9wk
    @JonnieShipbaugh-dc9wk 7 місяців тому +75

    I just bought the 23 Corolla LE hybrid recently and I love it. My first tank of gas on break in driving I got 62 mpg. 😅 It’s a very comfortable drive. I keep my cars for a decade or longer and the Corolla is noted for its reliability.

    • @user-vu2xd1fi3u
      @user-vu2xd1fi3u 6 місяців тому +1

      Is it road noisy ?

    • @worrywart1311
      @worrywart1311 5 місяців тому +3

      If you keep a car for a decade or longer then I would consider the extra cost of the Prius well justified.

    • @The_MEMEphis
      @The_MEMEphis 2 місяці тому

      ​@@worrywart1311not really if you just care about a cheap hybrid all the features of the Prius and gimmicks for most people

    • @robertt9342
      @robertt9342 Місяць тому

      @@worrywart1311. Heck you have to keep the car for a decade to justify the cost of the hybrid over a regular gas car.

    • @JoeLynnTurner
      @JoeLynnTurner Місяць тому

      Toyota Corolla costs pretty much the same or less as similar only gas competitors and gives you much more for your money ​@@robertt9342

  • @saadtheman1
    @saadtheman1 8 місяців тому +36

    toyotas will always win my heart
    1.reliability
    2.resell value
    3.drives so smooth
    4.cheap on maintence
    5.amazing on gas
    6. no turbos on some models
    7. all models come with hybrid

    • @Johnnyiswhere
      @Johnnyiswhere 8 місяців тому +5

      Dealer mark ups and limited availability make buying one of these a nightmare

    • @bikin2008
      @bikin2008 7 місяців тому

      Considering you can't order either of those locally for at least 1-2 years. Doesn't matter how good they are.

    • @RobertDoosh
      @RobertDoosh 7 місяців тому +2

      ​@@bikin2008I secured and was delivered a '24 Corolla AWD hybrid in a matter of three months.

    • @thatsreallyamoon
      @thatsreallyamoon 7 місяців тому

      Mark up is driving me up a wall. Used is such a blatant rip off I hate it. I wanna go back to the world where used cars were seriously well discounted compared to their brand new versions.

    • @andreanderson94
      @andreanderson94 2 місяці тому

      7 not true in canada. Where is my corolla hatchback hybrid😭

  • @tonyktown
    @tonyktown 7 місяців тому +154

    I test drove both a '23 Corolla Hybrid XLE and the '23 AWD Prius, and it really did come down to how much "bang for the buck" I would be getting. As much as I loved that new Prius body, I couldn't justify the additional cost considering how much I would get on the Corolla for 12K less. Anyway, loving my '23 Corolla Hybrid.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому +6

      I totally agree. The Prius is a little more engaging to drive, looks much better, but the price difference is a win for the Corolla hybrid, in a pure economic point of view.

    • @Skylancer727
      @Skylancer727 7 місяців тому +6

      For me I got the Prius because the Corolla Hybrid was unobtanium. I couldn't find any dealers in a 300 mile radius with one. I was able to find a few 23 Prius though so I got the lowest end model. They did also have an XLE AWD available, but rather save the like $3K. Also saw one dealer with the limited but it was a total ripoff at $42K. At $42K we're getting into far fancier cars.

    • @tom-fo2el
      @tom-fo2el 7 місяців тому

      The hybrid Corolla sold by Toyota in China is equipped with the same power as the Prius. But the price in China is only US$16,000-20,500.@@Skylancer727

    • @alxo123
      @alxo123 7 місяців тому

      @@Skylancer727 How much were you able to get the Prius for out the door?

    • @Skylancer727
      @Skylancer727 7 місяців тому +2

      @alejandrosardinas1230 well I got it at a bad time just as it came out. The dealer had a $2K markup on it as with every hybrid in their lot and $1K accessory upgrade included (just floor mats and a vynle cover on the bumper). Total after taxes was $34K. Before tax it was $32K. A Corolla hybrid would have been way cheaper, it is also a louder ride, far slower, and loses blindspot sensors (which I desperately need).

  • @Coxrmz
    @Coxrmz 8 місяців тому +10

    Very informative video
    I really like this comparison
    You standardized how the good comparison looks like

  • @Shambles7698
    @Shambles7698 8 місяців тому +34

    Both a great, but i personal love Prius because of the design 👌

    • @bsxboy
      @bsxboy 8 місяців тому +2

      But - at that price, will you ever buy it? Considering tax benefits in the US states, like California, a Tesla 3 ends us being WAY cheaper than the Prius. I get it - not everyone can charge their car at home. But seriously - 35000$ on a Prius? No. The only one of these cars that truly makes sense is the most basic Corolla Hybrid you can possibly get. IMO.

    • @Timnguyen819
      @Timnguyen819 4 місяці тому +2

      @@bsxboyi bought the Prius. I don’t want a Corolla people think I was a gig worker 😂

  • @EpicEternal2
    @EpicEternal2 6 місяців тому +9

    I like the professional editing to have the names of the cars on screen at each frame.

  • @dr.stacey7283
    @dr.stacey7283 6 місяців тому +5

    9:01 Given the sight lines of my Prius, I’m grateful for the parking assist. I use it mostly for parallel parking, and it’s amazing!

  • @afcgeo882
    @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +20

    Just so you know, you can’t see over the steering wheel because you set it too high. It’s smaller so that it can be set lower.

  • @johnball8758
    @johnball8758 8 місяців тому +13

    Wow.Both cars are so good looking.Never thought I'd say that about a Toyota.

  • @rbbach1945
    @rbbach1945 5 місяців тому +3

    Excellent review and comparison,Photography also outstandingI love my 2015 Mazda3 Sport manual tran but ready to go hybrid. The Corolla seems to answer all my needs and the price point is a great fit.Again,thanks.Rick/78yrs/Seattle.

  • @MattBell1974
    @MattBell1974 8 місяців тому +17

    Great review! I’ve got a Corolla SE Hybrid FWD on reserve too! Can’t wait.

    • @dproulx222
      @dproulx222 5 місяців тому

      Corolla Hybrid SE AWD on reserve - Calgary, AB

    • @onlysusie14
      @onlysusie14 2 місяці тому

      Are they better on gas than prius ?

    • @mrnarason
      @mrnarason Місяць тому

      @@onlysusie14 no

  • @7728abbott
    @7728abbott 8 місяців тому +6

    Interesting review. Good job!

  • @mikeb6389
    @mikeb6389 7 місяців тому +7

    A larger windshield means more sun damage to the interior, a portable sun shade to big to handle, and a window so impossible to clean.

  • @DeeeBeee123
    @DeeeBeee123 8 місяців тому +44

    Corolla! Im getting one soon!

    • @MrQuay03
      @MrQuay03 8 місяців тому +1

      Get model 3

    • @ballathug8404
      @ballathug8404 8 місяців тому +10

      ​@@MrQuay03he probably wants something reliable

    • @lassevaananen2027
      @lassevaananen2027 8 місяців тому +3

      And he prob want to have a good car.

    • @yuhengwang2185
      @yuhengwang2185 7 місяців тому +1

      Congratulations!

    • @wemakecookie
      @wemakecookie 7 місяців тому

      ​@@ballathug8404Model 3 is reliable

  • @tuan056585
    @tuan056585 6 місяців тому

    I like the way your review.
    Thank you and subscribed.

  • @michaelnoah3795
    @michaelnoah3795 7 місяців тому +12

    Keep in the mind the Prius is seriously marked up by most dealers right now in my area. (Corollas are also marked up but not nearly as much). It's a crazy world out here

    • @danielbliss1988
      @danielbliss1988 4 місяці тому

      shows there's demand for economical cars. They're surely not marking up full size trucks.

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 8 місяців тому +23

    In the battle between Prius and Corolla Hybrid sedan the winner is.........the Corolla Hybrid AWD wagon sold in Japan or the Extended Wheelbase, FWD Corolla Hybrid wagon sold in Europe. 🤩 A honorable mention goes to the Corolla Fielder Hybrid wagon. 😁Getting back to the AWD Corolla sedan that we actually get, Toyota ought to be consistent and offer a 'Trail' or 'Snow' mode with all their AWD Hybrids.

    • @janfey2341
      @janfey2341 Місяць тому

      You have fun driving a Corolla??

  • @stephenmitchell6368
    @stephenmitchell6368 3 місяці тому

    Nice overall review but I'm glad I watched until the end. While I don't know which we'll opt for, your final views have me leaning ...

  • @tails300
    @tails300 7 місяців тому +1

    4:21 incorrect, the brake lights (the red port of the tail lights) are LEDs. It’s the rear turn signals and reverse indicators that are incandescent. Same with the Camry SE hybrid.

  • @encompassvideo5429
    @encompassvideo5429 7 місяців тому +9

    Two nice cars, the Corolla is the logical choice for most. Excellent, detailed review.

  • @braetonwilson4296
    @braetonwilson4296 8 місяців тому +32

    Excellent comparison Cliff. All the points you made are valid. An additional point I'd like to make is dealer markup. Here in Dallas, I've noticed that new Toyota Corollas have a 5k markup over MSRP while new Toyota Prius either has no markup or only a 1-2k markup. Corollas are heavily marked up due to very high demand and low supply.
    So the real world price difference between the two vehicles may not be as much as the MSRP would make you believe. Furthermore, the bigger infotainment screen, higher quality driver's information display, and increased power/acceleration in the Prius is such a significant upgrade compared to the Corolla that IMO it's easily worth the extra 3-4 grand. Not to mention, the Prius gets better fuel economy and has more cargo space.

    • @mrxman581
      @mrxman581 8 місяців тому +4

      Indeed, and what dollar value do you put on looks both inside and out? The Prius is more future proof too. Most people will hold onto it longer than the Corolla. Still, price is a huge issue today especially with current interest rates. BTW, the insurance would probably be more expensive on the Prius too.

    • @levondarratt787
      @levondarratt787 8 місяців тому +1

      you can easily waive that markup!!! just ask for it - they are desperate to make a sale....

    • @jeretso
      @jeretso 8 місяців тому +10

      Prius $37,195 + $2,000 markup = $39,195
      Tesla $42,000 + $0 markup - $7,500 tax credit = $34,500
      Both have glass roofs and Tesla is ready for pickup today

    • @hariranormal5584
      @hariranormal5584 8 місяців тому +2

      @@jeretso huh. not bad.

    • @mrxman581
      @mrxman581 8 місяців тому +5

      @jeretso The Prius is a better value long term because it's a better built. It's also better looking and a much longer range when full charged and fueled, around 600 miles. It also supports Apple Carplay and Android Auto. The glass roof has sunshades too.

  • @VanoPupkin
    @VanoPupkin 5 місяців тому +2

    Good review. Thank you.

  • @Cara-Moore
    @Cara-Moore 7 місяців тому +5

    I don't like that sloped windscreen, seems like it would bring in a lot of glare and that dash doesn't have a sunshade. Corolla is probably the safer bet, tried and tested.

  • @appleforever6664
    @appleforever6664 4 місяці тому +2

    Just bought 2024 Prius Limited and Love it!

  • @ackerrj
    @ackerrj 3 місяці тому

    Nice review. Would prefer more technical info, but low on bs, so good. Thanks.

  • @TinLeadHammer
    @TinLeadHammer 5 місяців тому +1

    Kamm tail is usually more vertical, the point is for the air to break off at the top of the rear window, not at the bottom.

  • @yvonnewong364
    @yvonnewong364 2 місяці тому +3

    Love my new Prius limited! Got a lot of compliments on how it looks.

  • @justsaying3899
    @justsaying3899 7 місяців тому +8

    The key to an excellent milage for this hybrids is how heavy your foot is on the gas let it go gradually until it maintains speeds without losing momentum don't gas the car when you do a full stop at a light etc and coast to full stops slowly introduce the brakes (hybrids have regent brakes as well as normal brakes) don't slam on them all of this will give you longer hybrid battery range! The prius wins it all new hybrid system and higher horse power is all I needed to hear to win me over 😂

    • @Skylancer727
      @Skylancer727 7 місяців тому +1

      I will say it is somewhat on Toyota to have these limitations. Many EVs for example have far stronger regen that can almost stop the car entirely without any input, but Toyota only puts blended braking in and their regen system is pretty weak. I also have the 23 Prius and I will say that if you go down a long enough hill like a mountain there is a point regen just seems to cut out. It's not that the battery is fully charged, it seems more like the motor over heats or something as I've noticed the battery was still half full many times.
      I've also noticed a few odd limitations on Toyota's hybrid system as well like it refusing to use EV mode for the first few minutes of a drive. You have to go around 1-3 miles before EV mode really starts to turn on, otherwise it just doesn't seem to go into it. I also really wish I could control EV mode at speed as there's many times it puts itself in the mode when it's gonna turn off in only a second where there are also times I drive down an entire mountain and it doesn't engage till the bottom.
      One thing he also didn't point out in the Prius has engine braking while no other hybrids from Toyota do. This is decent alternative to using the brake disks, but obviously regen is better. Unfortunately the car's built in adaptive cruise control barely uses regen preferring engine braking; it seems software limited how much it can use regen. To use engine braking on demand just take the shifter into B instead of D.

  • @carbondragon
    @carbondragon 6 місяців тому +5

    I have had a 2007, 2012, and a 2024 Prius but I've never been able to answer the question of why the Prius scores so much better for MPG than say the Camry or Corolla hybrids. Certainly the body has a component, but is it just that? Isn't the technology the same? By the way my first 2024 tank has averaged out to 52mpg.

  • @dadical3534
    @dadical3534 7 місяців тому

    Coming from an s21 ultra and pixel 7 pro, the infotainment system "sometimes" connects automatically to wireless Android Auto. Most of the time it connects when wired.. "most".
    Some days I'll need to power cycle the system a few times. I'll just give up and use the radio.

  • @jeretso
    @jeretso 8 місяців тому +3

    The front nose reminds me of the Celica Supra.
    You don't need a bigger screen unless you plan to watch videos. It just adds to glare at night.
    The light color Corolla interior looks a lot better.
    Prius wins because of that useful hatchback.

  • @user-gm2tw4ft8y
    @user-gm2tw4ft8y 3 місяці тому

    You can adjust the height of the steering wheel. There's a lever on the left hand side.

  • @2WheelsRoadTraveler
    @2WheelsRoadTraveler 7 місяців тому

    Excellent review!

  • @samyoon3218
    @samyoon3218 7 місяців тому +2

    Nice and clear review❤

  • @pdunn1871
    @pdunn1871 8 місяців тому +7

    Great review and what a setting Love the Corolla

  • @jpthsd
    @jpthsd 7 місяців тому +2

    Wondering if you would review how Prius AWD performs?

  • @jmethane4810
    @jmethane4810 7 місяців тому +12

    I went a different route and bought a 2023 lexus ES300h. The extra nice version of these cars. Pretty happy about it. 42 mpg since I got it and have been in normal mode 90% of the time.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому

      Yep, Lexus all day everyday. Bought my wife a 24 NX350h in April. My son has her old 08 RX350 now and I have a 2017 ES350.

    • @celderian
      @celderian 7 місяців тому +1

      The ES is in a different class. It would be more comparable to a Camry in terms of size. The closest thing to a Corolla/Prius that Lexus sells is the UX, everything else is bigger.

    • @jmethane4810
      @jmethane4810 7 місяців тому

      @celderian Of course, but if you buy the ES300h, it's basically the same drive train as a prius/camry hybrid so you are getting the great mpg and reliability but riding in stye.

    • @jpdoc5722
      @jpdoc5722 5 місяців тому +1

      more room 👍

  • @cesarpineda2973
    @cesarpineda2973 6 місяців тому

    Awesome review bro, keep it up

  • @orionism42
    @orionism42 4 місяці тому +1

    When I was in high school I had a 1982 Datsun that got 47 MPG and it had a carburetor.

  • @FM-ij7iu
    @FM-ij7iu 8 місяців тому +1

    You should be clarifying that you are talking about the specs of the Prius Limited model.

  • @tom-fo2el
    @tom-fo2el 7 місяців тому +2

    The hybrid Corolla sold by Toyota in China is equipped with the same power as the Prius. But the price in China is only US$16,000-20,500.

  • @chrisa7832
    @chrisa7832 7 місяців тому +4

    Waited over a year for a Prius, when one was available they jacked up msrp so we backed out. We picked up a Elantra hybrid at msrp and we get over 50 mpg

  • @franciscouseche9926
    @franciscouseche9926 Місяць тому +1

    The best option is Corolla Hybrid LE ( non AWD )
    1) You get space for spare tire
    2) less expensive
    3) less maintenance
    4) more fuel efficient than AWD ( Corolla)
    5) 15 inch wheels are better for winter,fuel efficiency and less expensive
    Prius is faster and much more expensive.
    There is a Corolla Hybrid 2.0 not in the continent of America … I think in UK they get it …
    So if you want a smart economical car …. It’s clear
    I don’t know if Prius has space for spare tire
    Anyway … calling 911 for not having a spare tire in case of flat tire is ridiculous
    There is some kind of foam spray to fill flat tire ( it damages the TPMS sensor and difficult to use ) horrible idea …

  • @TMM6900
    @TMM6900 8 місяців тому +5

    Now this is the review worth watching. Prius doesn't have dual climate control

  • @dennisclouser3458
    @dennisclouser3458 7 місяців тому

    The raked windshield you tout was done on the Dodge Intrepid in the late 90s by Chrysler.

  • @RazzFazz-Race
    @RazzFazz-Race 7 місяців тому +2

    Dont complain about the price of the Prius, in Germany it starts at 45300€(48000$). I need the bigger boot lid so the Corolla is not an option. Here in Europe the people say : Make the Prius an pure EV and I buy it.

  • @user-ek8yk2ps8r
    @user-ek8yk2ps8r 7 місяців тому

    Where can i get that license plate frame?

  • @dougrodriguez4977
    @dougrodriguez4977 6 місяців тому +2

    I wish the Corolla hybrid awd was available on the hatch body.

  • @Peter-rq4xn
    @Peter-rq4xn 8 місяців тому +27

    Another solid review Cliff. Both cars have a purpose, and they do that well. I don’t believe you can go wrong with either, as long as the dealers don’t work you over with markups and “dealer installed options”.

    • @MrQuay03
      @MrQuay03 8 місяців тому +3

      Haha, you have a lot of faith expecting a dealer to not screw you

    • @oskarngo9138
      @oskarngo9138 8 місяців тому +4

      Where do you go that doesn’t have Dealer markups??
      Here in NorCal... the Base LE Corolla Hybrid is ~26K SRP...(not MSRP)
      ... plus taxes/all fees, a Base barebones LE hybrid is close to ~$30K...

    • @Johnnyiswhere
      @Johnnyiswhere 8 місяців тому

      ​@@oskarngo9138and people are lining up to pay it 😂

    • @oskarngo9138
      @oskarngo9138 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Johnnyiswhere
      And people are lining up to buy Costco hotdogs..... doesnt mean it is good...
      Exp... how do you deal with pot-holes with a hybrid that is so low to the ground..?
      One hit, and you’ve damaged the whole hybrid-Wheel....$$$ repair cost...

    • @JakazuV2
      @JakazuV2 7 місяців тому +2

      ​​@@MrQuay03I got me a Toyota Corolla Hybrid 2024 SE with no dealer addons or markups.

  • @joec8321
    @joec8321 5 місяців тому

    I am looking to get a car myself. I have a hard time to decide between Corolla, Prius, RAV4, and Cross...

  • @JWFas
    @JWFas 7 місяців тому +4

    The new Prius has design aspects that make no sense. The 19-inch wheels defeat the purpose of a gas-saving hybrid, and they jack up the price while offering a rougher ride due to less tire sidewall. The tires themselves are also expensive. The Prius' gauge cluster is stupidly placed as it's obstructed by the steering wheel. Furthermore, the shallower angle A-pillar creates a larger blindspot, but it was designed that way to reduce the drag coefficient. A fully loaded Corolla hybrid is a more sensible buy.

    • @celderian
      @celderian 7 місяців тому

      You can blame safety regulations for the wheel size inflation. Modern vehicles have such high beltlines nowadays that smaller wheel sizes just look tiny when viewing the vehicle from the side and that keeps being brought up in reviews. So now everything comes with giant wheels for a more balanced look.

    • @busterdouglasiii3838
      @busterdouglasiii3838 2 місяці тому

      Love my 19” wheels on my brand new 2024 Prius XLE!

  • @robe4159
    @robe4159 7 місяців тому +4

    I bought the Prius XLE. Loving it.

  • @qdllc
    @qdllc 7 місяців тому +4

    Why do LED options cost more? Cars should be using all LED by now.

    • @Noojtxeeg
      @Noojtxeeg 4 місяці тому +1

      Auto manufacturers need excuses to segment different price brackets to encourage people to pay more

  • @ccarpenter1642
    @ccarpenter1642 6 місяців тому

    Excellent comparison.

  • @Riley_1955
    @Riley_1955 4 місяці тому

    The headroom or lack of headroom on the Prius is why I bought my 2023 Corolla hybrid LE AWD ($29,000 OTD) ..... After owning it for a year now it is one fantastic vehicle ..... I hope in the next couple of years Toyota brings out a Corolla Prime hybrid in AWD then I will be trading mine in for the perfect vehicle for me.

  • @Slyons89
    @Slyons89 7 місяців тому +5

    I wish they put the Hybrid AWD system in the Corolla hatchback. I'm guessing the extra hybrid gear wouldn't fit with the layout.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 7 місяців тому +2

      The Corolla AWD Hybrid hatch and wagon have been sold in Japan for a few years. Toyota just can't be bothered to sent them here.

    • @user-ue3ch3lc8d
      @user-ue3ch3lc8d 7 місяців тому

      Available in Canada

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 7 місяців тому +1

      @@user-ue3ch3lc8d Toyota Canada's web site does NOT list a hatch or wagon Corolla Hybrid just a sedan.

  • @jimdye7431
    @jimdye7431 7 місяців тому +1

    what would you say the difference in suspension? I drive a 21 corolla non hybrid and prior had a gen 2 Prius. I felt the Prius floated more and Corolla is stiffer. would you say it is similar here?

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому

      Test drove both. The Prius is now a little more stiff and engaging to drive than the Corolla Hybrid. The Corolla is easier to get in and out of though.

    • @jimdye7431
      @jimdye7431 7 місяців тому

      @@jml9550 thanks for the reply!

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому

      @@jimdye7431 I personally would not buy the non hybrid Corolla. The CVT is not even close to the hybrid’s eCVT, which isn’t even a traditional CVT with chain and pulley. It is more planetary gear.

  • @MoementumFinance
    @MoementumFinance 3 місяці тому +1

    Great review! More car companies should offer AWD and Hybrid for compact sedans.

  • @johncipolletti5611
    @johncipolletti5611 8 місяців тому +3

    Every time I got an AWD (Cadillac), I lost 20% in mpg. The Chevy Bolt EV, with only front wheel drive, beat out 5 other cars with AWD in a snowy mountain indurance run. Don't be fooled!

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +2

      EVs have even weight distribution and a lower center of gravity, so a single drive axle affects them a little less.

  • @DBCOOPER888
    @DBCOOPER888 5 місяців тому +1

    The biggest drag is probably storage space. Even if you can get over the looks, the loss of practicality is significant.

  • @danieladdled
    @danieladdled 5 місяців тому

    Airbags at the thorax level?

  • @JayBaby-dc3sh
    @JayBaby-dc3sh 6 місяців тому +1

    AWD is a must if you live somewhere with icy roads. Its not really a Southern CA problem 😅

  • @FirstLast-numba1
    @FirstLast-numba1 7 місяців тому

    I would love to buy the Prius but i can't find them anywhere.

  • @swakmanswakman5396
    @swakmanswakman5396 5 місяців тому +1

    How about Toyota's software and map updates? Those nice interior electronic features will be left out after a few years of owning a Toyota.

  • @smitty2jones
    @smitty2jones 7 місяців тому +2

    My hate on the current Corolla is the interior. Specifically the center console area. There's just nowhere to put my stuff. They also took away that little cubby on the left side by the door. There's really just the small center console under the lid, and the little cubby up front under the radio. It's honestly the reason the Corolla isn't on my list, literally every other car has a more well laid out interior.

  • @cottagegymfun
    @cottagegymfun Місяць тому

    I love where Toyota is taking the Prius and Corollas. But I need more ground clearance because there's a lot of rough roads where I live. Good thing I just go with the Corolla Cross Hybrid awd which has the latest 5th gen hybrid system! Very convenient pleased.

  • @daphoneguy934
    @daphoneguy934 3 місяці тому

    Can you add heated seats to the Corolla lower trim models?

  • @lewisw.6768
    @lewisw.6768 8 місяців тому +18

    I looked a a Prius. The dashboard is in the worse possible spot. I couldn’t see all of the dash thanks to the steering wheel, no Matter how I adjusted the seat…. Deal-breaker.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +5

      You should have adjusted the steering wheel, not the seat.

    • @lewisw.6768
      @lewisw.6768 7 місяців тому

      I thought I did, but I’ll go look at another one and take another ‘seat’ inside and see. Thx for the tip!

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +2

      @@lewisw.6768 Just adjust the steering wheel down. It’s small, so it can be set lower. It’s the same way in Peugeots.

    • @busterdouglasiii3838
      @busterdouglasiii3838 2 місяці тому +1

      I have zero problems… I lower the steering wheel , and wallah, problem solved! 😊

  • @ZSarMoto
    @ZSarMoto 5 місяців тому +1

    Really nice review and great presenter

    • @cargurus
      @cargurus  5 місяців тому

      Thank you kindly!

  • @brucesheehe6305
    @brucesheehe6305 6 місяців тому

    Really good video. Corolla rear seats fold flat too.

  • @philipm5043
    @philipm5043 6 місяців тому +1

    What about reliability and average maintenance cost per year?

  • @dankollars4501
    @dankollars4501 7 місяців тому +2

    interesting, how can the bigger engine with a lot more power get better mpg?

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому +1

      Power management does a lot, so do aerodynamics, but the biggest boost is the larger battery that gives you a power boost and more electrical storage.

  • @mycathasawhitetoe
    @mycathasawhitetoe 3 місяці тому

    Just looked at used 23 Prius and Corolla awd. They’re currently selling at the same price

  • @2isaac31
    @2isaac31 4 місяці тому +1

    I wanted the Prius but my wife said Corolla. We went with the Corolla and saved 16k since the only one available was a higher trim Prius in my area.

  • @dystopia-usa
    @dystopia-usa 8 місяців тому +6

    Doesn't matter, since crooked Toyota Dealership are now infamous for hosing consumers with $5-10K "market adjustments" & $$$ add-ons that most don't want. Plus, Toyota sadly doesn't care about build-quality nearly as much these days (my now-ditched 2020 TNGA Corolla SE sedan was a basket full of problems/issues).

    • @point4894
      @point4894 7 місяців тому

      LOL, why than do you buy it? Buy Subaru Impreza/legacy, it's better many ways and selling by MSRP

    • @My_Old_YT_Account
      @My_Old_YT_Account 7 місяців тому

      ​@@point4894not hybrid though

    • @point4894
      @point4894 7 місяців тому

      @@My_Old_YT_Account you don't need hybrid if it selling with markup - it's doesn't have sense.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому

      SF Toyota is marking up all Prius hybrid and Prius Prime at $2k. Wait may be 6-9 months though.

  • @drewman747
    @drewman747 7 місяців тому +8

    We absolutely love our 2022 hybrid Corolla.

  • @bepowerful2160
    @bepowerful2160 8 місяців тому

    Like the body but NO on the dash. Awful dash config. Hope they fix shortly.

  • @user-vu2xd1fi3u
    @user-vu2xd1fi3u 6 місяців тому

    So if I can’t find those tires at my local tire shop then I’m out a grip when I need new tires right hahahaah

  • @Buc_Stops_Here
    @Buc_Stops_Here 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice cars. None of the four Toyota Dealers near me in CT have any of either of these cars. Just one Toyota Camry at three of them, one RAV4 at two of them, one Highlander at two of them, and one Corolla Cross at one of them. All rest are used, and all new cars are gas only - no hybrids. There is just no availability of many Toyotas at all.

  • @SirTinnlee
    @SirTinnlee 2 місяці тому

    I have the 22 Prius and the 24 Corolla, both are good. There is a bit more road noise on the Corolla BUT, on good paved service, it is extremely quiet. Also to note, the Corolla LE/XLE, are killing it in terms of MPG. I’m getting almost 60mpg on the Corolla. While I think the Prius is better, but only in the LE models.
    So, do consider the Corolla, I’m digging it !!!

  • @meshark_t
    @meshark_t 3 місяці тому

    How about Prius Hybrid vs Corolla suv Hybrid

  • @Snerdles
    @Snerdles 8 місяців тому +2

    Personally, since I have a place to charge, I'd prefer going all in on the Prius Prime. All your daily driving in EV mode, and can still gas and go on any distance driving. Plus a little extra power even though you can only get it FWD.

    • @Pukes-mn6di
      @Pukes-mn6di 8 місяців тому

      If you're getting it to use less gas then it makes sense, but cost wise it's very inefficient.

    • @Snerdles
      @Snerdles 8 місяців тому

      @@Pukes-mn6di In Canada it qualifies for up to 10k off the price in government rebates, and the regular one doesn't so it makes it very reasonably priced in comparison.

    • @Pukes-mn6di
      @Pukes-mn6di 8 місяців тому

      @@Snerdles Yeah I'm jealous. That's insane.

    • @luxurybuzz3681
      @luxurybuzz3681 7 місяців тому +1

      Prius prime vs tesla

    • @My_Old_YT_Account
      @My_Old_YT_Account 7 місяців тому +1

      Ye but no AWD
      Basically changes a yes to a no for a lot of Canadians

  • @Dusten736
    @Dusten736 7 місяців тому

    Really should have taken a look at the Prius Prime. It's a hybrid^2 with its electric range and is functionally a much bigger gap from the Corolla hybrid.

  • @matthewhuszarik4173
    @matthewhuszarik4173 6 місяців тому +6

    One thing I would like to see on Toyota hybrids is adjustable regenerative breaking so you can better regulate regenerative vs non-regenerative breaking.

    • @732002
      @732002 6 місяців тому

      A hybrid will have a smaller electric motor vs EV resulting in less regenerative braking, it may be at max all ready?

    • @matthewhuszarik4173
      @matthewhuszarik4173 6 місяців тому +1

      @@732002 I realize hybrids regenerative braking is more limited than full BEVS because of the size of the motors. The issue I have is how efficiently the systems conveniently use the capability it does have. We have a Toyota Avalon hybrid. All it has is a gage that tells you when you are starting to use your friction breaks. There is no other indication. The breaks don't feel different there isn’t any decernable change in the breaking. If there was a simple and effective mean of detecting the transition you could use the regenerative breaking much more effectively. What is now required to efficiently break is to keep your eyes on the gage and keep it just above the point where the frictional breaks engage. This changes as you slow so you can’t even set it then look up. You need to continuously adjust the breaks to maximize regenerative breaking.

    • @davesax11
      @davesax11 6 місяців тому

      Plug in hybrids have a larger battery, so if battery size impacts regeneration then that should be better. Regeneration should be sufficient to enable one pedal driving. Is it?@@matthewhuszarik4173

  • @johna5563
    @johna5563 7 місяців тому +2

    My grandma had a 2012 Prius. It wasnt a cool car… by any means…. This now one though, is pretty good looking!

  • @TYAC_TPE_SF-Bay
    @TYAC_TPE_SF-Bay 7 місяців тому +2

    1988-92 Toyota Corolla All-Trac Wagon had AWD

  • @neaorin
    @neaorin 7 місяців тому +2

    Over here in Europe they also offer the Corolla as a station wagon, so my wife's.... er, I mean OUR decision was easy 😅

  • @dadical3534
    @dadical3534 8 місяців тому +4

    Having owned the Prius since March, I can feel (and hear) when the system goes from EV to ICE, and vice versa. Guess I'm just more in-tune to what I'm driving vs the average person.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      EVERYONE can hear it on every hybrid. Gasoline engines aren’t silent.

    • @dadical3534
      @dadical3534 7 місяців тому

      @@afcgeo882 ofc you can hear the ICE.. I meant when it switches over. Many ppl have said "you can't tell".

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      @@dadical3534 You can tell by the ICE engine going silent.

    • @dadical3534
      @dadical3534 7 місяців тому

      @@afcgeo882 do you own the new Prius?

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      @@dadical3534 No, but I’ve had a prior Prius, own a current Rav4 hybrid and have rented a new Prius.

  • @18pactls51
    @18pactls51 7 місяців тому +2

    cant decide between a Prius XLE or Corolla SE Hybrid. can save $5k with the Corolla and still get good looks and better visibility. gas cost per year is only about total $100 difference given 10k estimated miles driven. but the Prius is still very nice. thoughts anyone?

    • @generaled.4601
      @generaled.4601 7 місяців тому +1

      I have a Corolla SE Hybrid and I’m loving it. I initially wanted an LE Prius but the market price ups were pretty insane at the dealerships I went to. Also it was harder to find an LE Prius. I went for the SE Corolla because it had everything I needed and also still looked pretty great and got a very solid MPG. I’m getting an average of about 48 but on the streets the SE Corolla can easily get into the mid 50s. I think if you can afford it, the Prius is the way to go, but that is a pretty big difference in price for not a lot better of a car besides the cooler exterior and slightly better MPG and power.

    • @dproulx222
      @dproulx222 5 місяців тому

      @@generaled.4601
      Agree 100% with everything you said.
      Love the Prius
      Put a deposit on the Corolla Hybrid SE AWD
      Both cars are excellent...

    • @busterdouglasiii3838
      @busterdouglasiii3838 2 місяці тому

      Go with the Prius. Better power, better looks. No comparison. Spend the xtra dough. I did and I think about it every day. 2024 Prius XLE

  • @johncipolletti5611
    @johncipolletti5611 8 місяців тому +6

    Trying to find 19 inch wheels is like trying to find gold in your garden. I know, I have tried.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      He was talking about tires, not wheels, and it’s because they’re 195 width, which is thin for 19” wheels.

    • @johncipolletti5611
      @johncipolletti5611 7 місяців тому

      ​@afcgeo882 I'm talking tires as well. Trying to find 19 inch ones for my Mazda was terrible. I got rid of the car instead.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      @@johncipolletti5611 Tirerack has them

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому +1

      @@afcgeo882yep, so does America’s Tire.

  • @lav1daloca
    @lav1daloca 8 місяців тому +3

    The same powertrain of the Prius should also be optional on the Corolla. Toyota is leaving money on the table for not offering the Prius powertrain on the Corolla and Corolla Cross

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 7 місяців тому +4

      The Corolla Cross has the Prius powertrain.

    • @afcgeo882
      @afcgeo882 7 місяців тому

      @@rightlanehog3151And I wish the Cross hybrid was also in this comparison, ad I think it would beat out both of these cars.

  • @davesax11
    @davesax11 6 місяців тому

    The 2025 Camry will be a new hybrid design. Hopefully a plug in hybrid with AWD will be available - with one axle driven only by the electric motor. Interior of both the Corolla & Prius seem pretty chintzy.

  • @ShahidulIslam-mi9oh
    @ShahidulIslam-mi9oh 7 місяців тому

    Why the mounting of the Toyota cars gets less life and needs to be changed within few years of buying?

  • @fightnight14
    @fightnight14 7 місяців тому

    That red vs blue car looks so sleek

  • @pacificnic2120
    @pacificnic2120 7 місяців тому +2

    AWD seems like a waste with these HP numbers. A tire change will go further, but these are still great cars.
    It is so nice that your Toyota hybrid doesn't have to look like some sort of public statement anymore.

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 7 місяців тому

      The HP is sort of misleading. Much of the initial acceleration is by the electric motors. My wife has a 2024 Lexus NX350h hybrid and it is not bad in acceleration compared to a non hybrid non turbo 2.5L 4 cylinder NX.

  • @davewebster1627
    @davewebster1627 23 дні тому

    Brilliant car only I cannot judge the front end because the seat is too low

  • @hphillips7425
    @hphillips7425 5 місяців тому

    Does the Corolla have the4th or 5th generation hybrid?

  • @edruttledge342
    @edruttledge342 7 місяців тому +1

    Its all a moot point as neither of these models are actually available for sale. Just try and find one .