2026 Hyundai
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2026 Kia
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| MPG - City | 24 - 25 MPG | 35 - 41 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 33 MPG | 36 - 44 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 80.3 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,750 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Hyundai Tucson than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
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
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Tucson as you will with the Kia Sportage Hybrid, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Tucson is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
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.