2013 Hyundai TUCSON vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
When comparing the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON's and the 2013 Kia Sportage's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2013 Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON's and the 2013 Kia Sportage's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON is a better car than the 2013 Kia Sportage.
2013 Hyundai TUCSON vs. 2013 Kia Sportage Pricing
A used 2013 Hyundai TUCSON ranges from $7,080 to $16,222 while a used 2013 Kia Sportage is priced between $6,997 to $16,757.
2013 Hyundai TUCSON vs. 2013 Kia Sportage Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON loses 41.6 percent of its value and the 2013 Kia Sportage loses 42.8 percent of its value. This means the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2013 Kia Sportage.
2013 Hyundai TUCSON vs. 2013 Kia Sportage Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai TUCSON is 8.5 out of 10 while the Kia Sportage's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai TUCSON being ranked 9 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Kia Sportage being ranked 6 out of 19. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Hyundai TUCSON is ranked 21 and the Kia Sportage is ranked 14. The Hyundai TUCSON is also ranked 21 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs while the Kia Sportage is ranked 16 out of 56.
2013 Hyundai TUCSON vs. 2013 Kia Sportage Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai TUCSON is 8.0 out of 10. For the Kia Sportage the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai TUCSON a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Sportage.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON’s base engine makes 165 horsepower, and the 2013 Kia Sportage base engine makes 176 horsepower. The TUCSON is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 398 miles. The Sportage is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. This gives the 2013 Kia Sportage the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2013 Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space. The 2013 Hyundai TUCSON and 2013 Kia Sportage are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2013 Kia Sportage has higher safety ratings than the 2013 Hyundai TUCSON, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.61 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
7080 - 16222
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.415854
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
6997 - 16757
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.427825
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.481138 / 10
Reliability:
8.033413 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Kia Sportage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1594 / 10
Reliability:
7.8782 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
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43 out of / 66Summary Review
The Hyundai Tucson is a five-passenger SUV with an upscale cabin and plenty of room for cargo and people. The current Tucson was redesigned for the 2022 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,524 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,667.
Summary Review
The Kia Sportage is a compact sport utility vehicle and a mainstay of Kia’s model line, going through several generations prior to the current Sportage, which debuted in 2017. The Sportage is known for its sharp looks, feature-packed interior, and low cost of entry, with new models costing an average of $28,105 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,380.
Pros and Cons
- High quality cabin materials
- Plenty of standard safety equipment
- Comfortable ride
- Tricky capacitive infotainment controls
- No volume knob
- No wireless Apple CarPlay with large screen
Pros and Cons
- Smooth ride quality with a quiet interior
- Spacious seating front and rear
- Smart instrumentation and control layout
- Smaller cargo capacity than many rivals
- Acceleration can be sluggish
- Fuel economy adequate at best
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
GL, GLS, Limited
2013 Kia Sportage Trim Levels
Base, EX, LX, SX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.61 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
165 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
168 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 398 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
25.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
26.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3139 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
173.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3157 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
64.4 inches
Length:
174.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/70R16