2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs. 2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

2025 Chevrolet
Equinox EV

MSRP*: $33,600 to $43,400
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Picture of the 2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 57.2 ft3 71.8 ft3
Engine
  • 220-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 220 hp 261 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 190.6 in 182.3 in
Exterior Width 76.9 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid than in the Chevrolet Equinox EV, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Chevrolet Equinox EV and the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In 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 Chevrolet Equinox EV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Equinox EV is much wider than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Chevrolet Equinox EV, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

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

Performance
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has much lower torque than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Equinox EV and the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. The Chevrolet Equinox EV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.