2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Tucson Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,115 to $40,945
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City 37 - 38 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 36 - 38 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 80.0 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 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 231 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 182.7 - 184.1 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 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
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. The Kia Sorento Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

Convenience
With the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson 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 Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson 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 Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.