Prius vs Versa
Toyota · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
Versa
Beats the Prius by 0.07s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Versa beats the Prius by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Versa thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
121 hp
122 hp
0–100 km/h
10.5s
10.4s
Top speed
180 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
I4
1.6L Inline-4
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
142 Nm
154 Nm
Price
$26,700
$16,700
Simulated race times
Distance
Prius
Versa
100 m
7.930s
7.896s
1/8 mile
11.738s
11.691s
1/4 mile
17.684s
17.618s
1 km
31.841s
31.746s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Versa is $16,700 vs $26,700 for the Prius — a $10,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Prius or the Versa?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Versa is faster, beating the Prius by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Prius vs the Versa?
The Prius hits 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds, while the Versa does it in 10.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Prius produces 121 hp; the Versa produces 122 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Prius tops out at 180 km/h, and the Versa reaches 180 km/h.
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