2016 Prius Three vs. 2016 Chevrolet Volt LT

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EDGE COMPETITIVE
COMPARISON
2016 Prius Three (1225) VS.
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
2016
EDGE COMPETITIVE
COMPARISON
2016 Prius Three (1225) VS.
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
2016
FEB
FEB
The all-new 2016 Prius Three, with its bold new design, proves to be a sharp competitor to the hybrid-electric
Chevrolet Volt LT. For starters, Prius Three’s base MSRP1 is almost $7,000 less than the Volt LT’s, and Prius Three comes
equipped with standard features not available on the Volt LT, such as integrated navigation2 and Qi-compatible wireless
smartphone charging3. Additionally, Prius Three’s optional features include power tilt/slide moonroof, Toyota Safety Sense™ P4
and a full-color Head-Up Display, all of which are unavailable on the Volt LT. It’s clear Prius Three has the edge in this comparison.
PRIUS THREE KEY ADVANTAGES
HIGHLIGHTS
TOP CHALLENGER
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
1
Plug-in hybrid with 53 miles of
EV range
2
8.0-in. center color touchscreen display and 8.0-in.
instrumentation screen (vs.
7.0-in./4.2-in. in the Prius Three)
3
OnStar with 3 months or 3GB
complimentary 4G LTE Wi-Fi
built-in (not available on the
Prius Three)
4
Features Apple CarPlay™ (not
available on the Prius Three)
5
Longer 24-hour roadside
assistance coverage at 5
years/60,000 miles (vs 3 years/
unlimited miles for Prius Three)
FUEL EFFICIENCY
54/50/52 vs Volt LT 43/42/42
(city/highway/combined)5
UTILITY
24.6 cu. ft. cargo capacity6 vs
Volt LT’s 10.6 cu. ft. and heated
outside mirrors (unavailable on the
Volt LT)
VALUE
Base MSRP¹ is $6,920 less
than the Volt LT
TECHNOLOGY
Integrated navigation2 and Qicompatible wireless charging³
are both standard on Prius
Three, neither are available on
the Volt LT
CONVENIENCE
Available power tilt/slide
moonroof and full-color
Head-Up Display - part of the
Advanced Technology Package
(MSRP $1,935), which are
unavailable on the Volt LT
SAFETY
Available Toyota Safety
Sense™ P (TSS-P)4 – part of the
Advanced Technology Package
($1,935), helps prevent certain
front-end collisions27, lane
departures29 from clearly marked
lanes and poor night visibility30.
Volt LT does not offer similar
features
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2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
95% of all Toyota Prius
sold over the last 10 years
are still on the road.8
FEB
2016
Best-selling hybrid in
America.9
= Advantage
QUICK FACTS
2016 Prius Three
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
MSRP
$26,2501
$33,170
Engine/Motor
1.8L aluminum DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with
Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i)/
permanent magnet AC synchronous motor
1.5L Variable Valve Timing, Direct Injection,
DOHC 4-cylinder Range Extender Engine/twinmotor arrangement
HP/Torque
Engine: 95 hp @ 5200 rpm/105 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm
Electric Motor: 71 hp/120 lb.-ft.
Hybrid System Net Power: 121 hp (90 kW)
Drive system: 149 hp (111 kW)/294 lb.-ft. (398
N-m.)
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Transmission
Electronically controlled continuously variable
transmission (ECVT)
Voltec electric drive system
Est. MPG (city/hwy/combined)
54/50/525
Gas only: 43/42/42
Electric: 106 MPGe (combined city/hwy)
Cargo volume (cu. ft.)
24.66
10.6
Airbags
810
10
Standard audio
Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated
Navigation2 and App Suite11 - includes the Entune™
Multimedia Bundle (7-in. high-resolution touchscreen with split screen display, AM/FM CD player,
6 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port12
with iPod®13 connectivity and control, advanced
voice recognition14, hands-free phone capability15,
phone book access and music streaming via
Bluetooth®16 wireless technology), Siri® Eyes
Free17, Entune® App Suite11, HD radio™18, HD
predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay, AM/
FM cache radio, SiriusXM®19 All Access Radio with
3-month Complimentary Trial, Gracenote® album
cover art, and integrated backup camera20 display
Chevrolet MyLink Radio with 8.0-in. diagonal
color touch-screen, AM/FM stereo with seekand-scan and digital clock, 6 speakers, auxiliary
input jack, dual USB port, includes Bluetooth
streaming audio for music and select phones;
voice-activated technology for radio and phone,
Siri® Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay™ capability for
compatible phone, SiriusXM All Access Radio
with 3-month Complimentary Trial, Gracenotes
album cover art
Apps
Entune® App Suite11 - includes Destination
Search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com,
OpenTable®, Pandora®21, Facebook Places, Yelp™
and Slacker Radio; real-time info including traffic,
weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks
Chevrolet MyLink - includes Stitcher™ and
Pandora®; Apple CarPlay™ allows interaction
with some iPhone’s features, like music and text
messages
Navigation
Integrated Navigation2
Not available
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not available
OnStar with 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot
to connect to the internet at 4G LTE speeds
includes 3GB or 3 months OnStar Data Trial
(whichever comes first)
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
For more information, please check out the following:
2016 Prius Product Reference
Guide
2016 Prius Hybrid: Everything
You Ever Wanted to Know
2016 Prius Hybrid: 10 Things
You Need to Know Video
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FEB
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= Advantage
SELLING POINT
2016 Prius Three
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
PERFORMANCE/DESIGN
PERFORMANCE & DESIGN
Although Volt LT has a 53-mile EV
range, Prius Three’s significantly
lighter weight (493 lbs. less) and
enhanced efficiency yields a 10mpg higher combined estimated
fuel economy. Prius Three
comes standard with Bi-LED
headlamps (low and high beam
in a single lamp) for enhanced
forward visibility during nighttime
driving, whereas the Volt LT only
has low-beam LED.
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension
with stabilizer bar
MacPherson strut front suspension with
specially tuned coil springs, direct-acting hollow
stabilizer bar; hydraulic ride bushings
Double-wishbone rear suspension with stabilizer
bar
Semi-independent, compound crank rear
suspension with double-walled, specifically
tuned coil springs, hydraulic bushings
33.5 ft. turning circle diameter
36.4 ft. turning circle diameter
Power-assisted ventilated front disc brakes; solid
rear disc with integrated regenerative braking
Power four-wheel disc with ABS; electrohydraulic; fully regenerative to maximize energy
capture; dynamic rear brake proportioning
15-in. 5-spoke alloy wheel with two tone
wheel covers; P195/65R15 tires
17-in. 5-spoke painted aluminum wheels with
Michelin Energy Saver A/S 215/50R17 all-season
3,050 lbs. curb weight
3,543 lbs. curb weight
LED daytime running lights
LED daytime running lights
Bi-LED projector low and high-beam headlights
with auto on/off feature
Headlamps, LED low-beam, halogen reflector
high-beam, automatic exterior lamp control
NAVIGATION/MULTIMEDIA
NAVIGATION & MULTIMEDIA
Prius Three comes standard with
Entune™ Premium Audio with
Integrated Navigation2 and App
Suite11.
The integrated navigation2 offers
features such as pre-saved routes
for easy access, address input
via voice recognition14, and
predictive traffic on existing route.
Not comfortable with entering
an address into your navigation
system? Sync saved search
results from the Destination
Search app directly to your
Prius Three by accessing the
Entune® App Suite11 on your mobile
phone. Navigation isn’t available on
the Volt LT.
Volt LT’s OnStar with 4G LTE
and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot data
plans range from $15 to $50 per
month for 1GB to 3GB. Onetime purchase packages are also
available: $5 per day for 250 MB or
$150 to $200 per year for 10GB.
Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated
Navigation2 and App Suite11 - includes the
Entune™ Multimedia Bundle (7.0-in. highresolution touch-screen with split screen display,
AM/FM CD player, advanced voice recognition14,
hands-free phone capability15, phone book
access and music streaming via Bluetooth®16
wireless technology), Siri® Eyes Free17
Chevrolet MyLink Radio with 8.0-in. diagonal
color touch-screen, AM/FM stereo with seekand-scan and digital clock, includes Bluetooth
streaming audio for music and select phones;
voice-activated technology for radio and phone,
Siri® Eyes Free
Entune™ App Suite11 - includes Destination
Search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com,
OpenTable®, Pandora®21, Facebook Places, Yelp™
and Slacker Radio; real-time info including traffic,
weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks
Chevrolet MyLink - includes Stitcher™ and
Pandora®; Apple CarPlay™ allows interaction
with some iPhone’s features, like music and text
messages
6 speakers
6 speakers
USB 2.0 port12 with iPod®13 connectivity and
control, auxiliary audio jack
Smartphone/USB and auxiliary input jacks
Not available
OnStar with 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot,
includes 3GB or 3 months OnStar Data Trial
(whichever comes first)
Integrated Navigation2
Not available
Backup Camera20
Backup Camera
4.2-in. Color Dual Multi-Information Display
with customizable screens including odometer,
fuel economy, average fuel economy, distance
to empty, average speed, trip distance, energy
monitor, Hybrid System Indicator, Climate
Control, Driver support systems, audio system
content, and navigation system content
Instrumentation, 8.0-in. color, digital
reconfigurable LCD screen includes Driver
Information Center, compass, trip/fuel
information, vehicle information and vehicle
messages
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2016 Prius Three (1225) VS.
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
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= Advantage
2016 Prius Three
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
COMFORT/CONVENIENCE
Heated power outside mirrors with folding feature
Mirrors, outside, power-adjustable, body-color,
manual-folding
Smart Key System22 on three doors (front doors
and trunk)
Remote Keyless entry on doors and liftgate,
remote start, panic alarm and delayed charging
override functions
Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry
Push button start
Not available
Remote vehicle starter system
Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback
pockets; 6-way adjustable driver's seat; 4-way
adjustable front passenger seat
Premium cloth front bucket seats; 6-way
adjustable driver’s seat; 6-way adjustable front
passenger seat
60/40 split fold-down rear seats with center
armrest
60/40 split-folding rear seats
SofTex®-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
with audio, Multi-Information Display, and
Bluetooth®16 hands-free phone controls15
Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel
with audio and cruise controls
Smart-flow (S-FLOW) climate control system with
pollen filtration
Single-zone automatic climate control air
conditiong
Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging3
with charge indicator light
Not available
Available Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding
sunshade – part of the Advanced Technology
Package (AT) (MSRP $1,935)
Not available
Full-color Head-Up Display (HUD) with
speedometer, navigation and Hybrid System
Indicator – part of the Advanced Technology
Package (AT) (MSRP $1,935)
Not available
Cargo area lightweight tonneau cover
Cargo cover
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
New for 2016, Prius Three
comes standard with the Smartflow (S-FLOW) climate control
system, which detects whether
only the driver or both the driver
and front passenger are seated
and adjusts ventilation and
heating performance accordingly,
which can help maximize fuel
economy.
SAFETY
SAFETY
The newly developed Toyota
Safety Sense™ P4, part of the
Advanced Technology Package,
is designed to aid the driver in
three common incidents: certain
front-end collisions27, lane
departures29 from clearly marked
lanes and poor night visibility30.
None of these features are available
on the Volt LT. Additionally, Dynamic
Radar Cruise Control23 (part of
Toyota Safety Sense™ P4) is fullspeed on Prius Three. This system
may enable low speed following,
speed matching, stopping, and
acceleration/deceleration to a
preceding vehicle. Currently, Prius
Liftback is the only Toyota that
offers Full-Speed Dynamic Radar
Cruise Control23.
8 total airbags10
10 total airbags
Not available
Thorax side-impact seat-mounted airbags (front
and rear)
Star Safety System™ - includes Enhanced Vehicle
Stability Control (VSC)24, Traction Control (TRAC),
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)25 and
Smart Stop Technology (SST)26
StabiliTrak, stability control system with brake
assist includes Traction Control, Power fourwheel disc with ABS
Available Toyota Safety Sense™ P (TSS-P)4 - PreCollision System27 with Pedestrian Detection28,
Lane Departure Alert29 with Steering Assist,
Auto High Beams30 and Full-Speed Dynamic
Radar Cruise Control23 – part of the Advanced
Technology Package (AT) (MSRP $1,935)
Not available
Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS)31
Pedestrian safety signal automatic audible
signal during low speed driving
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SELLING POINT
2016 Prius Three (1225) VS.
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
FEB
2016
= Advantage
2016 Prius Three
2016 Chevrolet Volt LT
WARRANTY/VALUE
WARRANTY & VALUE
The MY16 Prius receives 3
years/unlimited miles for
Roadside Assistance32. This
does not apply to the MY16
Prius c or MY16 Prius v.
Prius Three also includes 2 years
or 25,000 miles (whichever
comes first) of ToyotaCare
- a no cost normal factory
maintenance plan for up
to 5 visits.
Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles
Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty: 5
years/60,000 miles
Hybrid-related components, including the HV
battery, battery control module, hybrid control
module and inverter with converter, are covered
for 8 years/100,000 miles. The HV battery may
have longer coverage under the emissions
coverage which varies under Federal and
California regulations.
Battery Warranty and Courtesy Transportation: 8
years/100,000 miles
ToyotaCare8 – 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever
comes first, no cost normal factory scheduled
maintenance plan
2-year scheduled maintenance: 2 years/24,000
miles, 2 visits
ToyotaCare – 3 years/unlimited miles 24/7
roadside assistance33
Roadside assistance: 5 years/60,000 miles
1. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee of $835 for Cars, $900 for Small/Light Trucks (Sienna, RAV4, Highlander Gas, Highlander HV, 4Runner,
Tacoma and Venza), $1195 for Large Trucks (Tundra), and $995 for Large SUVs (Sequoia and Land Cruiser). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for
processing handing and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handing
and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available
or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. Actual dealer price will vary. 2. Availability & accuracy of the
information provided by the navigation system is dependent upon many factors. Use common sense when relying on information provided. Services & programming subject to change. Services not
available in every city or roadway. Updates may be available from your dealer at an additional cost. See your navigation system Owner’s Manual for details. 3. Qi wireless charging may not be
compatible with all mobile phones, MP3/WMA players and like models. 4. Drivers should always be responsible for their own safe driving. Please always pay attention to your surroundings and drive
safely. Depending on the conditions of roads, vehicles, and weather, etc., the system(s) may not work as intended. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 5. 2016 Prius Three EPA 54/city,
50/hwy, 52/comb MPG estimates. Actual mileage will vary. 6. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. 7. Covers normal factory scheduled service for 2 years or 25K miles, whichever
comes first. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions. Valid only in the continental U.S. and Alaska. 8. Based on IHS Automotive: Polk U.S. Vehicles In Operations registration statistics MY 20062015 as of July 2015. 9. Based on manufacturer estimates, MY & CY 2015 sales. 10. All the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only
under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions; Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a
severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as
far back as possible and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an
inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. See your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings. 11. Apps/services vary by phone/carrier; functionality depends on many factors. Select apps
use large amounts of data; you are responsible for charges. Apps & services subject to change. See Toyota.com/entune® for details. 12. May not be compatible with all WMA/MP3 players and like
models. 13. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. All rights reserved. 14. Advanced Voice Recognition capabilities vary by head unit. 15. Concentrating on the road should always be your
first priority while driving. Do not use the hands-free phone system if it will distract you. 16. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by [Toyota/Lexus] is under license. A compatible Bluetooth enabled phone must first be paired. Phone performance depends on software, coverage & carrier. 17. Always drive safely,
obey traffic laws & focus on the road while driving. Siri® is available only on iPhone® 4s, or later iPad® w/Retina display, iPad® mini, & iPod® touch (5th gen.) & requires Internet access. Siri® is not
available in all languages or all areas & features vary by area. Some Siri® functionality & commands are not accessible in the vehicle. Data charges may apply. See Apple.com & phone carrier for details.
Siri® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.’s. 18. HD Radio™ Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD, HD Radio,
and “Arc” logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. 19. SiriusXM® services require a subscription after a 3 month trial period. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM® Customer
Agreement available at SiriusXM.com. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM® service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates
unless you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. 20. The backup
camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather will
limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy. 21. PANDORA®, the PANDORA® logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with
permission. 22. The Smart Key system may interfere with some pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. If you have one of these medical devices, please talk to your doctor to see if you should deactivate
this system. 23. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. See your Owner’s Manual for details. 24. Vehicle Stability
Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road
conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 25. Brake Assist is designed to help
the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance and tire and road
conditions. 26. Smart Stop Technology operates only in the event of certain contemporaneous brake and accelerator pedal applications. When engaged, the system will reduce power to help the
brakes bring the vehicle to a stop. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver input can all impact stopping distance. Smart Stop Technology is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving
and does not guarantee instant stopping. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. 27. The TSS Pre-Collision System is designed to help avoid or reduce the crash speed and damage in
certain frontal collisions only. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. See your Owner’s
Manual for further information. 28. The Pedestrian Detection System, part of the TSS-P Pre-Collision System, is designed to detect a pedestrian ahead of the vehicle, determine if impact is imminent
and help reduce impact speed. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of pedestrians, driver input and
weather, light and road conditions. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further information. 29. Lane Departure Alert is designed to read the lane markers under certain conditions, and provide visual
and audible alerts when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness depends on many factors. See Owner’s Manual for
more information. 30. The automatic high beam system operates at speeds above 21 mph. Situations such as a dirty windshield, variable weather, lighting conditions and hilly terrain will limit
effectiveness, requiring the driver to manually turn off. See Owner’s Manual for details. 31. This device is not a substitute for safe driving practices. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain a lookout
for pedestrians, cyclist, other cars and objects and to drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner to avoid making contact. 32. Does not include parts and fluids, except emergency fuel delivery.
See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions.
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