2025 Acura TLX vs. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura TLX

2025 Acura
TLX

MSRP*: $45,400 to $58,050
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Sonata Hybrid

MSRP*: $31,150 to $37,600
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 44 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 192-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 - 355 hp 192 hp
Exterior Length 194.6 in 193.3 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 34.9 in
Front 46.1 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 37.2 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 37.8 - 40.0 in
Rear 37.4 - 38.4 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 will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid than the Acura TLX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Acura TLX.

Convenience
With the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Acura TLX, 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). The Acura TLX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura TLX is much wider than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Acura TLX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Handling
The Acura TLX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura TLX has a much more powerful engine than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Acura TLX does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Acura TLX and the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.