2025 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson

2025 Hyundai
Tucson

MSRP*: $28,355 to $39,795
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2025 Kia
Sportage Hybrid

MSRP*: $28,590 to $37,590
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MPG - City 24 - 25 MPG 38 - 42 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 38 - 44 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 80.3 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 187 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 182.7 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.5 in
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 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 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, 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 and the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Convenience
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Tucson, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Hyundai Tucson or the Kia Sportage Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Tucson is about the same width as the Kia Sportage Hybrid. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Tucson takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Handling
The Hyundai Tucson has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Hyundai Tucson, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage Hybrid. The Hyundai Tucson has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Tucson does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Tucson and the Kia Sportage Hybrid. The Hyundai Tucson has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.