2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Subaru Ascent Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid than in the Subaru Ascent. The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 Subaru Ascent.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is much slimmer than the Subaru Ascent, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Ascent.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru Ascent.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid as you will in the Subaru Ascent.