2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City Info not available 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 182.3 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid than the Kia Sorento Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is a little narrower than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Kia Sorento Hybrid are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making the Kia Sorento Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less cargo space than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.