2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $28,895 to $42,795
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 182.3 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 in
Front 39.1 - 40.1 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 Plug-In Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Outback, with comparable head- and legroom. 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 Subaru Outback.

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). The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Outback.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is a little narrower than the Subaru Outback, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. 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 Subaru Outback.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid greatly out-muscles the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Outback.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid and the Subaru Outback. The Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid has less cargo space than the Subaru Outback, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.