Hyundai Tucson hybrid arrives, but priced higher than dominant rival Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

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The 2025 Hyundai Tucson, now available with hybrid powertrains, is part of the Korean brand’s move towards electrification to reduce emissions. The new lineup includes eight out of 17 variants in Australia with hybrid power, with no confirmation on the availability of the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) in our market. Starting at $39,100, the 2025 Tucson range sees a price increase of $3,450. The Hyundai Tucson HEV FWD models range from $45,100 to $61,100 for the Tucson HEV AWD N-Line. A key competitor, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, starts at a lower price of $42,260 for the front-wheel-drive SX and $45,260 for all-wheel-drive. Hyundai is set to introduce hybrid versions of the 2023 Kona and Santa Fe in Australia.

Brands mentioned: Hyundai, Toyota