2025 Hyundai Tucson vs 2025 Kia Sportage
At ALM Hyundai West, our new car sales team is here to help our valued customers from Dallas, Atlanta, and Mableton make the best choices when investing their hard-earned money in their vehicles. We understand that it can be confusing when you are trying to compare like vehicles, such as the compact SUVs from Hyundai and Kia, which are the Tucson and Sportage. With all the trim levels and various names for features, it can be more than confusing to ensure you are actually comparing equally equipped vehicles that provide similar capabilities. So, our new vehicle pros have done their homework to compare the Tucson and Sportage and pass that information on to you.
 2025 Hyundai Tucson |
 2025 Kia Sportage |
MSRP |
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| $29,200 | $28,690 |
City/Highway MPG |
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| 25 / 33 | 25 / 33 |
Engine |
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| 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder | 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder |
Transmission |
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| 8-speed automatic with SHIFTRONIC | 8-Speed automatic Transmission |
Horsepower |
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| 187 hp | 187 hp |
Comparing The Power And Capability Of The Tucson And Sportage
When you closely examine the power plants of these two vehicles, you will learn that they are very similar in many facets of their construction. Both use a 2.5L inline four engine paired with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission to deliver 187 horsepower to these front wheel drive SUVS. With these components in common, it is not shocking to find that both also offer 25 miles per gallon on city driving and 33 miles per gallon on the highway for a combined gas mileage of 28 miles per gallon.
Evaluating The Measurements
When you look at the Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson, you will find them very similar visually. The size might almost appear identical. However, there are some differences that will help you understand how the Hyundai Tucson comes out on top of the Sportage from Kia. While both seat five passengers, the Hyundai wins the battle in several critical measurements, if even by a small amount. These areas include vehicle height, maximum cargo capacity, front headroom, front shoulder room, rear headroom, and rear shoulder room. In most of the other critical measurements, these two compact SUVs are identical, such as turning radius, ground clearance, width, wheelbase, front leg room, and rear leg room.
Looking At The Most Critical Numbers
When you are shopping for a new SUV or any vehicle, one of the most essential numbers you will evaluate is the vehicle cost. In the case of the Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson, the variance in the starting MSRP and average price paid for these vehicles is literally within $100. So, the following criterion many explore is the average satisfaction rating by a third party or company, such as Edmunds. Again, the overall score is nearly identical. But the one area where the Tucson far outscored the Kia Sportage is in driver experience. The test evaluators found the Tucson to be rated almost 15% higher than the Sportage.
Getting The Most For Your Money
When comparing two similar SUVs, such as the Sportage and Tucson, it is necessary to look beyond the everyday items and consider the hidden value of the Tucson. In the case of the warranties offered, both are nearly identical. However, the Hyundai Tucson provides unlimited mileage on the roadside assistance program included in the purchase, while Kia has a limit of 60,000 miles for the roadside assistance benefit. Another subtle factor is the color selection offered by Kia, which is primarily shades of grey, white, and black. The Tucson offers buyers more variety, with the same choices as Kia, as well as a green, red, or blue exterior color option.
Finally, when you think about spending tens of thousands of dollars, you want to know the dealership where you make the purchase will be there for you throughout the life of your vehicle ownership. At ALM Hyundai West, we are here to stand behind the Hyundai name and line of vehicles with exceptional service from the day of your purchase to the last day you drive the vehicle and beyond, with car care and assistance for any other vehicles you own, including a new Tucson you purchase from our sales experts.
