Which is your cup of (electrified) tea: Toyota Prius or Camry Hybrid?

Which is your cup of (electrified) tea: Toyota Prius or Camry Hybrid?

While we do have to do a bit of waiting to see fully electric Toyota cars, the Japanese carmaker is still competing in the automotive race to greener motoring.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • How does the hybrid powertrain of the Toyota Prius and Camry Hybrid work?

    The Prius and Camry Hybrid feature electric motors that assist the engines in propulsion in order to decrease fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
  • What are the fuel economy ratings of the Prius and Camry Hybrid?

    The Prius and Camry Hybrid can reportedly net 23 and 22kpl, as claimed by the manufacturer.
  • Toyota specializes in hybrid powertrains and is considered to pioneer the tech, having launched its Hybrid Synergy Drive for mass-produced cars in 1997. And based on a recent announcement, more Toyota cars will continue to be hybrid-powered. 

    In essence, the hybrid drive uses an internal combustion engine (ICE), a battery, and electric motor — either altogether or separately — to help propel the car and power its electrical system.  

    The end result of the advanced powertrain is reduced CO2 emissions and increased fuel efficiency, as the ICE no longer relies too heavily in its own steam for propulsion duties. 

    Given the reliability of and benefits brought by Toyota hybrid cars, the vehicles have been a commercial success. This is more evident in more prosperous nations, where the governments are (enviably) more supportive of green vehicles and their eco-friendly benefits, offering buyers of such cars tax breaks and incentives.   

    The good news is that Toyota Motor Philippines is offering greener transport to consumers of this archipelago — particularly with the Prius compact hatchback and its latest model, the Camry Hybrid midsize sedan. Both models could appeal to quite a different set of consumers.

    The Prius — the granddaddy of Toyota hybrids — appears be more apt for families and younger buyers. The Prius is made unique by its sleek sheetmetal and trendy interior trimmings. Its hatchback rear and shape is sure to offer more practicality than, say, a traditional sedan. Families won't be short on space in this car. 

    The Camry — now with hybrid power in the country for the first time — is just that traditional sedan. For years, the Camry has been synonymous with maturity with its subdued styling, and a symbol of success with its premium image and interior. The latest version stays true to all these qualities, so the Camry should continue to be the ride of choice of company execs. 

    While the Prius and Camry Hybrid are dissimilar in image, there's little to separate them in terms of price. The two models' SRP is differentiated by P4,000, with the premium carried by the compact hatch. That's only a small amount for someone shopping in the P2-million range. 

    And, of course, there's the hybrid-electric power plant that beats under the hood of the Prius and Camry Hybrid. 

    In the case of the Prius, it uses a 1.8-liter engine, electric motor, and a nickel-metal hydride battery which all help to achieve a manufacturer-claimed 23kpl. Part of the Prius' eco-friendly arsenal is an electronically controlled continuous variable transmission (CVT), which features an Eco mode to allow for efficient driving.

    Meanwhile, the Camry Hybrid's tech specs consists of a 2.5-liter engine and CVT, which all result to an estimated 22kpl. Like its compact sibling, the Camry Hybrid features and EV mode, which allows the car to travel for a certain distance and speed on electric power only, after which point the gas engine takes over propulsion. 

    The spec sheets of the Prius and Camry Hybrid show that they're the better hybrid bets at the moment.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    Toyota Prius 1.8 Hybrid

    Toyota Camry 2.5 V HEV

    Overall Length (mm)

    4,540

    4,885

    Overall Width (mm)

    1,760

    1,840

    Overall Height (mm)

    1,740

    1,445

    Minimum Ground Clearance (mm)

    141

    140

    Seating Capacity

    Five

    Five

    Engine Model

    2ZR-FXE

    A25A-FXS

    Engine Type

    Hybrid Synergy Drive, Variable Valve Timing - Intelligent, 4 Cylinder In Line DOHC, 16 Valve

    16-Valve DOHC, Four-cylinder, In-line, VVT-iE (Intake), VVT-i (Exhaust)

    Displacement (cc)

    1,798

    2,487

    Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm)

    99/5,200

    178/5,700

    Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)

    142/3,600

    221/3,600-5,200

    Motor Generator Max. Power Output (ps)

    20

    120

    Total System Max. Power Output (ps)

    99

    211

    Fuel Type

    Gasoline

    Gasoline

    Fuel Tank Capacity (L)

    40

    50

    Transmission

     

    Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

     

    Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

    Suspension

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Double Wishbone

    Front: MacPherson Strut

    Rear: Double Wishbone

    Brakes

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Solid Disc

    Front: Ventilated Disc

    Rear: Solid Disc

    Tires and Wheels

     195/65/R16

    235/45 R18 Alloy

    Spare Tire

     Ground Tire

    Ground Tire

    Headlamps

     LED

    Bi-beam LED

    Headlamp Leveling

     Automatic

    Automatic

    Daytime Running Lights

     LED

    LED

    Clearance Lamp

     With

    With

    Front Fog Lamps

     LED

    LED

    Outside Rear View Mirror

    Power Adjust with Turn Signal

    Power Adjust, Auto-Retract, Reverse, and Memory with Turn Signal

    Windshield Wiper

     Manual

    Rain-Sensing

    Rear Window Defogger

     With

    With

    Rear Combination Lamp

     LED

    LED with Black Accents

    Door Belt Molding

     Body color

    Chrome

    Hoodlift Assist

     With

    With

    Antenna

     Fin-Type

    Printed Type (Rear Window Glass)

    Moonroof

     Without

    Tilt and Slide + Jam Protect

    Seat Material

     Leather

    Smooth Leather

    Seat Adjustment

    Driver: Six-Way Manual Adjust,

    Front Passenger: Four-Way Manual Adjust

    Rear: 60:40 Split Folding 

     

    Driver: Eight-way Power Adjust, Memory, and Lumbar Support

    Front Passenger: Eight-way Power Adjust

    Rear: Power Recline and Trunk Through

    Instrument Panel and Center Cluster

    With LED Illumination

    With LED Illumination

    Multi-Information Display

    4.2-inch Thin-film Transistor (TFT)

    Seven-inch Thin-film Transistor (TFT)

    Economy Meter

     

    Eco Meter and Hybrid System

     

    Eco Meter and Hybrid System

    Head Up Display (HUD)

     Without

    With

    Steering Type

     

    Electric Power Steering

     

    Electric Power Steering

    Steering Column

    Tilt and Telescopic

    Tilt and Telescopic (Power and Memory)

    Steering Wheel Material

     Leather

    Leather

    Steering Wheel Controls

    Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, 

    Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, and Lane Departure Alert

    Inside Rear View Mirror

     Manual Dimming

    Auto-Dimming

    Sun Visors

     

    Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp

     

    Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp

    Parking Brake

     

    Electronic Parking Brake

     

    Electronic Parking Brake

    Door Trim

     Soft Touch

    Soft Touch Molded Trim with Leather

    Cup Holder

    Front: Two

    Rear: Two

    Front: Two

    Rear: Two

    Bottle Holder

    Front: Two

    Rear: Two

    Front: Two

    Rear: Two

    Rear Sunshade

     Without

    Back: Power

    Rear Door: Manual

    Room Lamp

     With

    With

    Front Personal Lamp

     With

    LED

    Rear Personal Lamp

     With 

    LED

    Door Courtesy Lamp

     Without

    Front and Rear

    Inside Door Handle Lamp

     Without

    With

    Foot Lamp

     With

    With

    Luggage Room Lamp

     With

    With

    Illuminated Entry System

     Without

    Room Lamp, Key Illumination, Inside Door Handle, and Foot Lamp

    Keyless Entry

     Smart Entry

    Smart Entry

    Ignition System

     Push Start System

    Push Start System

    Drive Mode Select

    Eco, Normal, and Sport

    Eco, Normal, and Sport

    EV Mode

     With 

    With

    Power Windows

     

    Auto + Jam Protect

     

    Auto + Jam Protect

    Power Door Locks

     Speed Sensing

    Speed Sensing

    Air Conditioning System

    Dual-Zone Automatic 

    Three-zone Automatic with Rear Seat Control Panel

    Rear A/C Vent Duct

     With

    With

    Light Control System

     Standard

    Automatic + Follow me Home

    Cruise Control

     With

    Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

    Audio System

    Seven-inch Display Audio with CD Tuner / MP3 / Bluetooth / USB, 10 JBL Speakers

    Nine-inch Display Audio

     Connectivity

    CD Tuner / MP3 / Bluetooth / USB, 10 JBL Speakers

    Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Smart Device Link, and Miracast

    Audio System Function

     

    AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB

     

    AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB

    Speakers

     10-Speaker JBL

    Nine-speaker JBL

    Wireless Charger

     Without

    With

    Rear USB Charger

     Without

    Two

    12V Accessory Outlet

     One

    One

    Pre-Collision System (PCS)

     Without

    With

    Automatic High Beam (AHB)

     Without

    With

    Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)

     Without

    With

    Lane Departure Alert (LDA)

     Without

    With

    Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)

     Without

    With

    Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

     Without

    With

    SRS Airbags

     

    Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Side, and Driver’s Knee

     

    Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Side, and Driver’s Knee

    Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

     With

    With

    Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

     With

    With

    Hill-Start Assist Control (HSA)

     With

    With

    Seatbelts

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter

    Rear: Three-point ELR (x3)

    Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter

    Rear: Three-point ELR (x3)

    Seatbelt Reminder

     Lamp and Buzzer

    Lamp and Buzzer

    Child Restraint System

     

    Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2)

     

    Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2)

    High Mount Stop Lamp

     LED

    LED

    Emergency Brake Signal

     With

    With

    Toyota Vehicle Security System

    Immobilizer and Alarm

    Immobilizer and Alarm

    Camera

     Without

    Panoramic View Monitor

    Clearance and Back Sonar

    Rear: Two

    Front: Four

    Rear: Four

    Available Body Colors

    Silver Metallic, Emotional Red, Metallic Gray, Attitude Black, Dark Blue Mica Metallic,  White Pearl 

    Platinum White Pearl Mica, Metal Stream Metallic, and Attitude Black Mica

    PRICE

     P2.339 million (P2.354 million White Pearl)

    P2.335 million

     

    Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines and Roy Robles

     

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