2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs. 2025 Kia EV9 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Tucson Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,465 to $41,295
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2025 Kia
EV9

MSRP*: $54,900 to $73,900
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MPG - City 37 - 38 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 36 - 38 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 80.0 ft3 81.7 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 379-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 201 - 379 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 - 184.1 in 197.2 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.8 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 39.6 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.8 - 39.8 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia EV9 than in the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia EV9 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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 Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Kia EV9, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is much slimmer than the Kia EV9, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Kia EV9.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Kia EV9, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Kia EV9 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Kia EV9.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia EV9.

Utility
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has less seating than the Kia EV9, making the Kia EV9 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 Hybrid as you will in the Kia EV9.