2018 Toyota Prius |
Vs. |
2018 Nissan Leaf |
1.8-L, 4-Cyl. Hybrid | Engine | 110-kW electric motor |
CVT | Transmission | Single-speed reduction |
610 miles | Range | 150 miles |
65.5 cu.-ft. | Max. Cargo Volume | 30.0 cu.-ft. |
As important as the fuel-economy is to buyers shopping for a vehicle in this segment of the automotive industry, the 2018 Prius and 2018 Leaf must also function in the most practical terms. One of the clearest advantages the Toyota Prius has over its Nissan competitor is in available cargo space. When the rear seats of both vehicles are being used by passengers, the 2018 models of the Prius and Leaf have very comparable cargo volume dimensions. Owners of the 2018 Toyota Prius can have its interior configured to have as much as 65.5 cubic-feet available. Longer items can be accommodated by folding the front passenger seat down. At best, the 2018 Nissan Leaf has less than half of the maximum cargo space available compared to the Prius.
Since the 2018 Toyota Prius uses a gas/electric hybrid system, it will get several times the range available with the 2018 Nissan Leaf. Under the proper conditions and using the best driving practices, the 2018 Prius has a maximum range of more than 600 miles. A fully charged Nissan Leaf can only travel up to 150 miles.