Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e

Comparison winners

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Power winner Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e 196 hp Runner-up: 177 hp
Cargo winner Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD 437 L Runner-up: 299 L

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD against the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the higher listed output at 196 hp; 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD is rated at 177 hp, a difference of 19 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD at 345 Nm and 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e at 187 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 437 litres versus 299 litres, a difference of 138 litres. 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is 250 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD2026 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.2 s
Top Speed160 km/h180 km/h
Power177 hp196 hp
Torque345 Nm187 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Battery52.9 kWh
Fuel Tank43 L
Efficiency4.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km96 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,350 mm4,600 mm
Ground Clearance142 mm
Cargo437 L299 L
Curb Weight1,794 kg1,440 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.4 m
Starting MSRP$31,860

Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e questions answered

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has more power at 196 hp, a 19 hp advantage over 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD has more listed cargo space at 437 litres (15.4 cu ft), versus 299 litres (10.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD is heavier at 1,794 kg (3,955 lb), while 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is listed at 1,440 kg (3,175 lb).

Which is better, the 2026 Nissan Leaf 52 kWh FWD or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.