2022 Toyota Prius vs 2022 Honda Insight

2022 Toyota Prius

The 2022 Toyota Prius remains a remarkably efficient hatchback, but it's no longer the must-have hybrid it once was. Its wedge-shaped design aims to maximize fuel economy, but it's not aesthetically pleasing. The powertrain musters a measly 121 horsepower, which amounts to lazy acceleration. And while the Prius Eco model boasts an EPA combined rating of 56 mpg, the Hyundai Ioniq Blue outperforms it, achieving 59 mpg. On the plus side, the Prius is the only compact hybrid that offers all-wheel drive, but that doesn't improve its apathetic driving manners. The Toyota just isn't nearly as compelling as the Honda Insight sedan, and the Toyota Corolla Hybrid is less expensive and almost as fuel efficient. Alas, the 2022 Prius struggles for relevancy in a segment it helped create.

Price: Starting at $25,650

2022 Honda Insight

The 2022 Honda Insight is the spiritual successor to the Civic hybrid. With a similar size and shape as Honda's compact sedan but an efficient gas-electric powertrain under the hood, the Insight is like a Civic that’s quieter at low speeds and and delivers better mpg. Many of the Civic's best aspects are present here, including a comfortable ride, a pleasant interior, and accurate steering. You'll make a slight sacrifice in acceleration, and the Insight can get noisy when you step on it, but it's a pleasant-looking sedan that doesn't cost more than non-hybrid rivals and will save you money at the pump.

Price: Starting at $26,775