2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Tucson Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,465 to $41,295
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2025 Volkswagen
Tiguan

MSRP*: $29,495 to $39,755
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MPG - City 37 - 38 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 36 - 38 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 80.0 ft3 58.9 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 - 1,800 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 - 184.1 in 184.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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 Volkswagen Tiguan, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid as you will with the Volkswagen Tiguan, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is about the same width as the Volkswagen Tiguan. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.

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

Performance
With the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Tiguan. The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan. With the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volkswagen Tiguan.