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BYD Han DM-i vs Toyota Prius — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the BYD Han DM-i and the Toyota Prius: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The BYD Han DM-i is 10% more expensive than the Toyota Prius (MAD 459,000 vs MAD 419,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | BYD Han DM-i | Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BYD | Toyota |
| Body | Sedan | Sedan |
| Fuel | Plug-in hybrid | Hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 242 ch | 223 ch |
| Battery | 18.3 kWh | — |
| Range | 100 km | — |
| Consumption | 4.3 L/100 km | 4.3 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 459,000 | MAD 419,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 559,000 | MAD 499,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
BYD Han DM-i
Pros
- PHEV combined consumption < 1 L/100 — BYD's DM-i 5.0 recognised world's most efficient
- 100 km EV WLTP + 1,200 km combined range — absolute record MA D-segment
- 0 MAD TVM (PHEV exempt) + overnight home outlet charge 8h to 100%
- Premium Han equipment — 15.6'' rotating Dilink + massaging Nappa seats + Dynaudio
- 18.3 kWh LFP Blade battery warranted 8 years / 160,000 km BYD
Watch-outs
- Auto Hall BYD network 6-7 dealerships (vs Camry Toyota du Maroc 30+, Sonata Hyundai Maroc 35+)
- "Chinese sedan" image being built in MA (Han 2023 vs Camry/Sonata 20+ years MA)
- 4.98 m long format — +90 mm vs Camry/Sonata (difficult tight urban parking)
Toyota Prius
Pros
- 86 km EV WLTP PHEV — absolute MA plug-in hybrid record
- Record 4.3 L/100 mixed consumption — lowest in MA non-EV market
- Toyota ~65% 3-year resale — best in MA hybrid category
- Legendary Prius reliability — 30+ years of Tokyo/NYC taxi service, 1M+ km battery
- TVM vignette 0 MAD (hybrid+PHEV exempt) + 10-year / 1M km Toyota Care battery warranty
Watch-outs
- Very polarising design — futuristic silhouette not for everyone
- Difficult rear access (1.42 m roof — tall passengers hunch)
- No pure BEV version (Toyota prefers Mirai hydrogen, not imported in Morocco)
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Frequently asked — BYD Han DM-i vs Toyota Prius
BYD Han DM-i or Toyota Prius: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Toyota Prius (entry MAD 419,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the BYD Han DM-i and the Toyota Prius?
The BYD Han DM-i starts at MAD 459,000 versus MAD 419,000 for the Toyota Prius, a 10% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the BYD Han DM-i and Toyota Prius be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.