Changan
Changan Alsvin
Rs. 38.0 Lakh
starting price
VS
Toyota
Prius
Rs. 40 Lakh
starting price
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Changan Alsvin | Prius |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Rs. 38.0 Lakh | Rs. 40 Lakh |
| Engine | 1.5L Naturally Aspirated | 1.8L Hybrid VVT-i |
| Displacement | 1499 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horsepower | 107 hp | 121 hp |
| Torque | 142 Nm | — |
| Transmission | Manual 5-speed / CVT Automatic | CVT |
| Drive Type | FWD | |
| Fuel Avg — City | 13 km/l | — |
| Fuel Avg — Highway | 16 km/l | — |
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm | — |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Airbags | 6 | 0 |
| ABS | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Body Type | sedan | sedan |
Ratings Comparison
Changan Alsvin
🏙️ City Driving⭐⭐⭐⭐
🛣️ Highway⭐⭐⭐⭐
👨👩👧 Family Use⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Maintenance Cost⭐⭐⭐
📈 Resale Value⭐⭐
❄️ AC Performance⭐⭐⭐⭐
Prius
Pros & Cons
Changan Alsvin
6 airbags standard — more than many Japanese competitors
More features than Toyota Yaris at a lower price
Spacious boot and rear cabin
Modern styling beats Japanese rivals aesthetically
Brand perception still maturing — resale uncertain
Service network smaller than Toyota/Honda
Long-term reliability data limited for Pakistan conditions
Parts sourcing slower than Japanese brands
Prius
All Variants & Prices
Changan Alsvin
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Comfort MT | Rs. 38.0 Lakh |
| Luminary CVT | Rs. 44.0 Lakh |
| Luminary+ CVTBest | Rs. 46.5 Lakh |
Prius
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| 1.8 S | Rs. 40 Lakh |
| 1.8 A PremiumBest | Rs. 70 Lakh |
Verdict — Changan Alsvin
Best value sedan in Pakistan if you ignore brand bias. Objectively better spec-for-price than Yaris. Brave choice that will likely pay off as Changan grows.
🎯 Which one should you buy?
Changan Alsvin starts at Rs. 38.0 Lakh. Prius starts at Rs. 40 Lakh. Changan Alsvin is Rs. 2.0 Lakh cheaper to start. Use our tax calculator to see the full on-road cost difference.