Both hybrid SUVs provide comfortable and supportive seats, but the Tucson Hybrid’s are more plush. Both hybrid SUVs boast comfortable ride quality; however, the Hyundai has an edge, with its smoother ride giving it the advantage. The Tucson Hybrid also has a quieter hybrid powertrain. The RAV4 Hybrid tends to drone when accelerating.

We see how the first hybrid Forester's fuel economy, interior space, and price stack up against two segment stalwarts.

According to the 2024 North American sales reports, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is the Japanese brand's most popular gasoline-electric HEV by a massive margin. This model's success is a no-brainer when you consider how well it merges efficiency,