2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2025 Mazda
CX-90 PHEV

MSRP*: $49,945 to $57,950
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 39.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 38.6 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 a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

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 Plug-In Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, making the Mazda CX-90 PHEV the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid as you will in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.