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PRIUS PRIME vs ILX Premium

TOYOTA · Acura

1/4 Mile winner
ILX Premium
Beats the PRIUS PRIME by 0.22s
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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

Power
220 hp
201 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.6s
Top speed
180 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
2.0L,4-CYLINDER,WITH HYBRID SYSTEM
I4
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
220 Nm
180 Nm
Price
$31,100
$30,000

Simulated race times

Distance
PRIUS PRIME
ILX Premium
100 m
6.500s
6.521s
1/8 mile
9.741s
9.703s
1/4 mile
14.949s
14.731s
1 km
27.983s
26.961s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the ILX Premium is the obvious pick at $30,000 versus the PRIUS PRIME's $31,100. Both are formidable. The PRIUS PRIME suits buyers who prioritise raw power; the ILX Premium appeals to those after a more focused experience.

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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