Hyundai IONIQ 5 Preferred RWD vs Toyota Prius Prime SE Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Hyundai IONIQ 5 | Toyota Prius Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$49,999 | C$40,050 |
| Range (Claimed) | 402 km | 72 km |
| Battery Capacity | 63 kWh | 13.6 kWh |
| Motor Power | 168 kW | 120 kW |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 177 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.6s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 18 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Toyota Prius Prime: Verdict
The Toyota Prius Prime is the more affordable choice at C$40,050, undercutting the other by about C$9,949. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 402 km versus 72 km — roughly 330 km more. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the more powerful EV, producing 168 kW to the other's 120 kW.
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if you want more driving range between charges (402 km); pick the Toyota Prius Prime if a lower purchase price (C$40,050) matters more to you.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Toyota Prius Prime
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Spec Score(16 specs)
8
16 specs
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Best
2
16 specs
Toyota Prius Prime
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$49,999
C$40,050
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
402 km
72 km
Battery
↑ higher
63 kWh
13.6 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
168 kW
120 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
8.5s (0-100 km/h)s
6.6s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
63 kWh
13.6 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
402 km
72 km
Range Standard
EPA
NRCan
Fast Charging
18 min (10-80%)
N/A
Normal Charging
6.5 hrs (240V)
4 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
168 kW
120 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
185 km/h
177 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
8.5s (0-100 km/h)s
6.6s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4635 mm
4600 mm
Width
1890 mm
1782 mm
Height
1605 mm
1420 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
3000 mm
2750 mm
Features
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Toyota Prius Prime
No features listed
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
5
of 11 wins
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Best Overall
1
of 11 wins
Toyota Prius Prime
Comparing:
Hyundai IONIQ 5 (Preferred RWD) vs Toyota Prius Prime (SE)
| Spec name |  Electric Hyundai IONIQ 5Preferred RWD C$49,999 2026EMI → |  Electric Toyota Prius PrimeSE C$40,050 2025EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$49,999 | C$40,050 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$792/mo | C$634/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 168 kW Best | 120 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 63 kWh Best | 13.6 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 350 Nm | 208 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 185 km/h Best | 177 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 8.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.6s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 402 km Best | 72 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | NRCan | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 18 min (10-80%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 6.5 hrs (240V) | 4 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4635 mm | 4600 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1890 mm | 1782 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1605 mm | 1420 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 3000 mm Best | 2750 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
No features listed