2012 Nissan Leaf vs Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid — Side by Side Comparison

How does the 2012 Nissan Leaf compare to the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid? We put them side by side using EPA fuel economy data and NHTSA safety ratings.

Specifications Comparison

FeatureNissan LeafToyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
Combined MPG9950
City MPG10651
Highway MPG9249
Body StyleSedanSedan
DriveFWDFWD
Fuel TypeElectricPHEV
Safety RatingN/A / 5N/A / 5
Recalls00
Trims Available11

Fuel Economy

The Nissan Leaf is more fuel efficient by 49 MPG combined. Over a year, the Nissan Leaf saves approximately $150 in fuel costs.

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