Hyundai Tucson PHEV is less expensive than Toyota RAV4 Prime in 2022.<br />The new Hyundai Tucson will "undercut" the Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV in pricing in 2022.<br />The information comes from Hyundai's most recent order guide, which reveals that the Tucson PHEV starts at $3,600 cheaper than the RAV4 Prime.<br />However, the significant price difference may not be as significant as it appears on the surface.<br />The starting price for the 2022 Tucson PHEV, including destination, will be $35,975.<br />This pricing is for the SEL model's base model.<br />$43,775 is the starting price for the Limited trim.<br />The starting price of the 2021 RAV4 Prime is $3,590 higher, at $39,565.<br />If we dives deeper into the specifications of these two plug-in compact crossovers in terms of range and efficiency.<br />The Tucson gets 80 MPGe and has a range of 33 miles on electricity alone, according to the EPA.<br />The RAV4 Prime, on the other hand, is EPA-estimated to have a range of 42 miles and gets 94 MPGe.<br />According to the EPA, choosing the RAV4 Prime over the Tuscon PHEV will save you $200 in annual fuel costs.<br />That's a $2,000 savings for the Toyota over the course of five years.<br />Further research reveals that, due to its larger battery, the RAV4 Prime is eligible for the full $7,500 US federal EV tax credit, whereas the Tucson PHEV is only eligible for a $6,587 credit.<br />In conclusion, while the Tucson is over $4,000 less expensive, this isn't the true if you qualify for the EV tax credit.<br />Furthermore, the RAV4 Prime will help you save money on gas.<br />We'd need to know how long you plan to retain the crossover to determine which is the better financial option.<br />Other variables, such as resale value, are also involved, which we can't assess at this time.<br /><br />Hyundai Tucson PHEV Receives EPA Range Rating For 2021's Longest Range Plug-In Hybrids<br /><br />Would you choose the RAV4 Prime or the Tucson PHEV if you had to choose? And Why?<br />In the comments section below, start a discussion about this topic.
