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

2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
$47,990MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
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2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
$47,990MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2022-Present

Years produced

2022-Present

MSRP

$47,990

MSRP

$34,900

Listings

1029

Listings

735

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Turbocharged PHEV

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Poor value for money

  • Unimpressive fuel economy

  • Unrefined driver assistance systems

Pros

  • Comfortable cabin

  • Impressive technology

  • Competitive base MSRP

Cons

  • Inefficient in cold weather

  • Potentially polarizing design

Reviews Summary

The 2025 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid provides an estimated 31 miles of electric range, enough to cover part or all of a typical commute. That’s also plenty for local errand-running and kid-schlepping. Then, when you need to travel longer distances, a gas engine keeps the party going. And this year, Kia’s midsize three-row PHEV gets a refresh with revised styling, new technology, and more. So, we put it to the test in the Los Angeles suburbs and on a family road trip.

Verdict: Except for its lofty price and lousy value equation, the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid has few faults. Some of the technology causes aggravation, and we discovered the driver’s seat isn’t comfortable after hours on the road. Otherwise, this PHEV is stylish, practical, and easy to live with.

Reviews Summary

As if its 2022 redesign wasn’t dramatic enough, Hyundai has added hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to the all-new Tucson. With an estimated 33 miles of all-electric driving range, the Tucson PHEV looks like a slam-dunk option for folks shopping in the compact crossover market. How it performs in cold weather, however, may be enough to send shoppers looking at other options.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid

Engine

1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

6

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

261 hp @ 2100 rpm

EV Battery Capacity

13.6 kWh

EV Battery Capacity

13.8 kWh

MPG City

33

MPG City

87

MPG Highway

34

MPG Highway

74

Battery Charge Time (240V)

4 hours

Battery Charge Time (240V)

2 hours
2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
$47,990MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
Overview
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2025 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
$47,990MSRP
Overview
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2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Plug-In
$34,900MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview

Years produced
2022-Present
2022-Present
MSRP
$47,990
$34,900
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.8

4.6

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Read full review

7.5 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Turbocharged PHEV

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Poor value for money

  • Unimpressive fuel economy

  • Unrefined driver assistance systems

Pros

  • Comfortable cabin

  • Impressive technology

  • Competitive base MSRP

Cons

  • Inefficient in cold weather

  • Potentially polarizing design

Summary

The 2025 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid provides an estimated 31 miles of electric range, enough to cover part or all of a typical commute. That’s also plenty for local errand-running and kid-schlepping. Then, when you need to travel longer distances, a gas engine keeps the party going. And this year, Kia’s midsize three-row PHEV gets a refresh with revised styling, new technology, and more. So, we put it to the test in the Los Angeles suburbs and on a family road trip.

Verdict: Except for its lofty price and lousy value equation, the 2025 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid has few faults. Some of the technology causes aggravation, and we discovered the driver’s seat isn’t comfortable after hours on the road. Otherwise, this PHEV is stylish, practical, and easy to live with.

As if its 2022 redesign wasn’t dramatic enough, Hyundai has added hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to the all-new Tucson. With an estimated 33 miles of all-electric driving range, the Tucson PHEV looks like a slam-dunk option for folks shopping in the compact crossover market. How it performs in cold weather, however, may be enough to send shoppers looking at other options.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid
1.6L 261 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
AWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
6
5
Horsepower
261 hp @ 2100 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
13.6 kWh
13.8 kWh
MPG City
33
87
MPG Highway
34
74
Battery Charge Time (240V)
4 hours
2 hours
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