Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius Price Comparison
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For the Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Solara vs. Prius Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Solara and Prius will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Toyota Solara Sport's price is $1,590 lower than the Toyota Prius's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Solara Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,590 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,512 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Solara | Prius |
| Trim | Sport | Base |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 155hp I4 | 98hp I4 H |
| Transmission | M5 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/31 MPG | 60/51 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 270, 8 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 185/65-15 |
| Total Price | 25,663 | 29,428 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 25,663 | 27,253 |
| Total Invoice | 22,892 | 26,352 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,948 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 22,892 | 24,404 |
Invoice Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius
Price Comparison (MSRP): Toyota Solara vs. Toyota PriusThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Toyota Solara Sport | ||
| Difference: 3,765 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Toyota Solara Sport | ||
| Difference: 3,460 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Solara | Prius |
| Trim | Sport | Base |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 22,450 | 21,725 |
| Base Invoice | 20,259 | 20,006 |
| Floor mats | 184 | 184 |
| JBL 270W 8 speakers | 820 | |
| Leather Package | 1,440 | |
| Cargo net | 49 | 49 |
| Package 8 | 6,890 | |
| Floor mats | 112 | |
| JBL 270W 8 speakers | 0 | |
| Leather Package | 0 | |
| Cargo net | 34 | |
| Package 8 | 5,620 | |
| Total options | 2,493 | 7,123 |
| Total options | 1,913 | 5,766 |
| Destination | 720 | 580 |
| Total Price | 25,663 | 29,428 |
| Total Invoice | 22,892 | 26,352 |
Features Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Solara | Prius |
| Trim | Sport | Base |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |
| CVT | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $1,675 | $3,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,948 |
Specifications Comparison: Toyota Solara vs. Toyota Prius
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Solara | Prius |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 192.5 in | 175.0 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,185 lb. | 2,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 51.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.7 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.8 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 38.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Sport
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, driver | 100 | No |
| Power height, driver | 50 | No |
| Power tilt, driver | 50 | No |
| Power recline, driver | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
| Floormats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floormats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 8 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems | 100 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| JBL, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| Stability control | 400 | No |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | No |
| MP3 player input jack | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2975 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 2100 | 41% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Toyota Prius
| Price of the Toyota Prius: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The prius is not very expensive compared to other hybrids, in fuel or maintenance costs. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Cheaper than the Mini |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Price was a good value |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It was a previously owned vehicle that was offered at a very good price |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I felt that the cost was reasonable given the technology. In addition, there was a total of $4000 in government tax rebates that lessened the cost of ownership a great deal. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
$25k out the door price. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
We have a private loan and we are paying if off as fast as we can. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I bought the car used. Excellent deal. |
| Price of the Toyota Prius: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Getting any hybrid new in 2010 for 21k was not a bad deal, but Toyota broke out the Prius into several different models, and for 21k you get a pat on the back and the little paper in the floorboard. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Several thousand more than the Insight. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Even the low end Prius was a few thousand more than the mid-range Insight EX. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Price is too high in this uncertain economic time. Plus I tend to keep cars 10 to 12 years. I do not want to be faced with the cost of replacing the batteries (well over $1,500) eight to ten years from now. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Payments were 382 per month for 7 years, car not really worth it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
There is the "hybrid premium" you pay because of the new technology, but the Prius is neither a small car not a cheap car. It is larger than a Camry inside and it is well built with tons of features not found on cars such as the Yaris, Corolla, Elantra... |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Far too expensive for what you get. |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Its expensive, compared to other models of about the same size. It will take several years before the fuel economy pays that back. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Was a great bargain when tax credits could defray expense (I got both federal and state credits!) |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The car is pricy for mid size car |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It can be pricier than similar cars of the same model year. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
In Canada, there is definitely a price premium for the Prius - which is unfortunate, since it is a great car. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It is an expensive car, and I am hoping to drive it for 10+ years to make that investment worth it. I am a person who would more likely buy a used car rather than something new off the lot. I just got swept away by the "green" aspect of owning a Prius. |
