2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2023 Jeep Cherokee Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2023 Jeep
Cherokee

MSRP*: $37,695 to $41,295
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MPG - City Info not available 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 54.7 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 180-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 180 - 270 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 182.9 - 183.1 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.2 - 74.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.3 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.5 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
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Jeep Cherokee, with comparable head- and legroom. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Jeep Cherokee, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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 Plug-In Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Jeep Cherokee.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is about the same width as the Jeep Cherokee. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Jeep Cherokee.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Jeep Cherokee, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid will do just as well as the Jeep Cherokee, since they have about the same towing capacity. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid greatly out-muscles the Jeep Cherokee.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Jeep Cherokee.

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