| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
| Model | Lexus HS | Toyota Prius | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 147 hp@6000 138 lb-ft@4400 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 184.8 in | 176.4 in | 8.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 68.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 59.3 in | 58.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3682 lb. | 3042 lb. | 640 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.6 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 52.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 53.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 51.2 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 36.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.1 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -9.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.1 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -27.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus HS.
| 2013 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |