2011 Nissan Leaf vs Toyota Prius — Side by Side Comparison

How does the 2011 Nissan Leaf compare to the Toyota Prius? We put them side by side using EPA fuel economy data and NHTSA safety ratings.

Specifications Comparison

FeatureNissan LeafToyota Prius
Combined MPG9948
City MPG10649
Highway MPG9246
Body StyleSedanSedan
DriveFWDFWD
Fuel TypeElectricRegular
Safety RatingN/A / 5N/A / 5
Recalls00
Trims Available11

Fuel Economy

The Nissan Leaf is more fuel efficient by 51 MPG combined. Over a year, the Nissan Leaf saves approximately $150 in fuel costs.

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