Head to head
2027 Toyota Corolla vs Toyota Prius
The sourced numbers side by side, no verdict attached. Each column shows the 2027 lineup's representative trim, the one with the median EPA combined MPG.
At a glance
Toyota Corolla
Shown: 2027 Corolla Hatchback Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, the only 2027 trim.
- NHTSA records, 2027 model year
- none on file
Toyota Prius
Shown: 2027 Prius AWD Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, the median MPG trim of 3 2027 trims.
- NHTSA records, 2027 model year
- none on file
Spec by spec
| Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Corolla Hatchback | Prius AWD |
| Trim / config | Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| MPG Hwy | 41 mpg | 49 mpg |
| MPG City | 32 mpg | 56 mpg |
| MPG Comb | 35 mpg | 53 mpg |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Body | Compact Cars | Midsize Cars |
| Powertrain | Gas | Hybrid |
| Fuel $/yr | $1,750 | $1,150 |
| Eco Score | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| CO₂ | 254 g/mi | 166 g/mi |
How this page picks its numbers
Both columns share the newest model year the Toyota Corolla and the Toyota Prius both offer, 2027. Each column shows the 2027 lineup's representative trim, the one with the median EPA combined MPG. Fuel economy figures come from EPA records; recall, complaint, and crash rating figures come from NHTSA. Other trims differ, so open the comparison tool above to swap in the exact trims you are cross-shopping.