2025 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson

2025 Hyundai
Tucson

MSRP*: $28,705 to $40,145
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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 24 - 25 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 80.3 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 182.7 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 38.3 - 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 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Sorento Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson and the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Convenience
With the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Hyundai Tucson, 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). Clearly, the Hyundai Tucson is a better financial choice over the Kia Sorento Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

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

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

Performance
The Hyundai Tucson has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Tucson has much lower torque than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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