Head to head
Bentley R Type vs Toyota Prius
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the r type continental. The Toyota Prius is a hybrid saloon.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bentley R Type | Toyota Prius | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6 litre straight-6 | 1.8-litre or 2.0-litre petrol hybrid |
| Power | 130hp (est.) | - |
| Top speed | 101.7mph (1953 test car) | - |
| Production | 1952-1955, 2,323 built | - |
| Body | 4-door saloon or coachbuilt (H.J. Mulliner, Park Ward, Freestone & Webb) | - |
| Hybrid system power | - | 140-196PS depending on engine |
| Plug-in hybrid power | - | 223PS combined |
| Seats | - | 5 |
Sources: Bentley R Type, Toyota Prius. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R Type if...
A 1950s Bentley saloon kept today as a collector's classic rather than a daily driver. Coachbuilt examples with bodies by houses like H.J. Mulliner command the most interest and are typically kept in specialist covered storage.
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- Kent Vehicle Storage - Edenbridge
Buy or hire the Prius if...
A hybrid saloon long favoured by UK private hire and PCO drivers for its fuel economy and reliability over high mileage. Its low running costs make it one of the most common cars on ride-hailing platforms.
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Common questions
What is the difference between the Bentley R Type and the Toyota Prius?
The Bentley R Type is a 1950s luxury saloon, later basis of the R Type Continental; the Toyota Prius is a hybrid saloon.
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