Kia Rondo vs. Hyundai TUCSON
In comparing the Kia Rondo to the Hyundai TUCSON, the Kia Rondo has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rondo versus the Hyundai TUCSON, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Kia Rondo vs. Hyundai TUCSON Pricing
A used 2010 Kia Rondo ranges from $2,491 to $9,148 while a used 2010 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $5,992 to $14,644.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rondo’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 176 horsepower. The Rondo is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. The TUCSON is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Rondo has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai TUCSON has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$2,491 - $9,148
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,992 - $14,644
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.6%
Kia Rondo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai TUCSON Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Rondo Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai TUCSON Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 61Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
23 out of / 61Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary 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.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
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
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Rondo Trim Levels
Base, EX, LX
Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
GLS, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
176 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
168 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
318 / 429 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):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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:
41.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
139.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 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
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
127.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3406 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3179 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
173.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
