Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid vs. Hyundai TUCSON
In comparing the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid to the Hyundai TUCSON, the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Hyundai TUCSON has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid versus the Hyundai TUCSON, the Hyundai TUCSON is a better car than the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid.
Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid vs. Hyundai TUCSON Pricing
A used 2023 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $36,576 to $49,167 while a used 2023 Hyundai TUCSON is priced between $28,381 to $39,246. For a new model, the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid's price is between $40,188 and $50,437, with the Hyundai TUCSON priced between $29,798 and $39,628.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Hyundai TUCSON base engine makes 187 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid and Hyundai TUCSON are comparable in regards to front 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:
$40,188 - $50,437
Used Asking Price:
$36,576 - $49,167
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,798 - $39,628
Used Asking Price:
$28,381 - $39,246
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.6%
Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid 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 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid 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
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
X-Line, X-Line Prestige
Hyundai TUCSON Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL, XRT
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:
261 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 458 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
34.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
38.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
146.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
66.9 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3341 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17