Prius Prime vs ILX Premium
Toyota · Acura
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the ILX Premium beats the Prius Prime comfortably, finishing 0.22 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the ILX Premium thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: ILX Premium is $30,000 vs $31,100 for the Prius Prime — a $1,100 gap. Power: Prius Prime makes 19 hp more (220 vs 201). 0–100 km/h: ILX Premium is 0.10s quicker (6.7s vs 6.6s). Top speed: ILX Premium runs to 200 km/h, 20 km/h higher than Prius Prime.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Prius Prime or the ILX Premium?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the ILX Premium is faster, beating the Prius Prime by 0.22 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Prius Prime vs the ILX Premium?
The Prius Prime hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the ILX Premium does it in 6.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Prius Prime produces 220 hp; the ILX Premium produces 201 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Prius Prime tops out at 180 km/h, and the ILX Premium reaches 200 km/h.
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