2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

$39,730 · Crossover

$38,690 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid (car1) and the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid (car2) lies in power output, with the Tucson offering 268 hp compared to the Sorento’s 227 hp, a difference of 41 horsepower. The Tucson also boasts an exclusive Electric Range of 32 miles, which the Sorento lacks entirely. Fuel efficiency is tightly matched, with the Tucson achieving 35 combined MPG versus the Sorento's 34 combined MPG. Priced slightly higher at $39,730, the Tucson is $1,040 more expensive than the Sorento's $38,690 MSRP. Dimensionally, the Sorento is longer at 189.6 inches versus 182.7 inches. However, the Tucson provides substantially more utility with 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, significantly eclipsing the Sorento's 12.6 cu ft, despite both vehicles utilizing a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

The Tucson Plug-In Hybrid offers an exclusive 32-mile electric range, minimizing daily gasoline consumption for typical commutes.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The Sorento Hybrid’s longer body (189.6 inches) suggests superior rear-seat space or third-row availability, benefiting larger families, despite its smaller listed cargo volume of 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

The Tucson delivers 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, providing 41 more horsepower than the Sorento for better acceleration potential.

💰 Best Value

2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The Sorento Hybrid is $1,040 less expensive ($38,690 vs $39,730) while achieving comparable combined fuel economy at 34 MPG.

Choose the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid if...

You prioritize maximum powertrain output, as the Tucson provides 268 hp.
Your driving patterns benefit significantly from zero-emission travel using the 32-mile electric range.
You need superior storage space, with the Tucson offering 31.9 cu ft of cargo capacity.

Choose the Kia Sorento Hybrid if...

Your budget is tighter, as the Sorento Hybrid starts at $38,690, undercutting the Tucson by $1,040.
You require the marginally better ride stability provided by the wider body width of 74.8 inches.
You prefer a longer vehicle footprint, as the Sorento measures 189.6 inches in length versus 182.7 inches for the Tucson.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid	Kia Sorento Hybrid
Length	182.7"	189.6"
Width	73.4"	74.8"
Height	66.3"	66.7"
Wheelbase	108.5"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	—
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	1.6 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	hybrid
Horsepower	268 hp	227 hp
Torque	258 lb-ft	258 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Transmission Type	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	35/35 MPG	34/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	35 MPG	34 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	388.5/388.5 mi.	601.8/601.8 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	80/73 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	77 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	32 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	44	—
Charging Time (240V)	2.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.1 gal.	17.7 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Extended Cabin Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	2	1
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Front Head Room	40.1 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.6 in.	59.1 in.
Front Hip Room	54.5 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Rear Head Room	39.5 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.3 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.0 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.9 in.	55.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/60R18	235/55R19
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Kia
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Which vehicle is superior for city driving based on the provided data?

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid (car1) is likely superior for city driving due to its 32-mile all-electric range, allowing zero-emission operation before utilizing the 35 MPG hybrid system.

How do the drivetrains differ significantly between these two crossovers?

The Tucson (car1) utilizes an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, whereas the Kia Sorento Hybrid (car2) is listed with Front Wheel Drive (FWD), impacting traction capability.

Why is the Cargo Capacity difference so large between the two vehicles?

The specified cargo volumes are drastically different: 31.9 cu ft for the Tucson versus 12.6 cu ft for the Sorento, suggesting different underlying platform designs or the Sorento's configuration includes a standard third row when measured.

Do both models use the same type of fuel?

Yes, both the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid use regular unleaded fuel, eliminating the need for premium gasoline.

Is the extra power in the Tucson worth the higher price tag?

The Tucson carries a $1,040 price premium to gain 41 additional horsepower (268 hp vs 227 hp) and the plug-in capability, which buyers must weigh against the Sorento’s lower initial investment.