Hyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Kia Sportage
Overview
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,450 (best) | $30,590 |
| Lowest listing price | $7,995 (best) | $12,275 |
| Median listing price | $31,049 (best) | $33,437 |
| Highest listing price | $44,424 | $43,325 (best) |
| For sale now | 447 | 948 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 41 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG | 42 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (best) | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 232 hp (best) |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.8 cu ft (best) | 73.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 2,750 lbs (best) | 2,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 3,598 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 7.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 108.5 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 184.4 in (best) |
| Width | 73.4 in | 73.4 in |
| Height | — | 65.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Hyundai TucsonSE | Kia SportageLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Hyundai Tucson | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $29,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $30,950 MSRP | S $31,290 MSRP |
| 3 | SEL $30,800 MSRP | S $32,890 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $32,300 MSRP | EX $32,290 MSRP |
| 5 | Hybrid SE $30,950 MSRP | EX $33,890 MSRP |
| 6 | SEL Plus $31,300 MSRP | X-Line $35,790 MSRP |
| 7 | SEL Plus $32,800 MSRP | X-Line $40,590 MSRP |
| 8 | Hybrid SEL $32,400 MSRP | SX-Prestige $40,690 MSRP |
| 9 | Hybrid SEL $33,900 MSRP | X-Line Prestige $47,390 MSRP |
| 10 | Hybrid Blue SE $32,450 MSRP | — |
| 11 | XRT $33,475 MSRP | — |
| 12 | XRT $34,975 MSRP | — |
| 13 | SEL Premium $33,800 MSRP | — |
| 14 | SEL Premium $35,300 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Hybrid SEL Convenience $34,900 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Limited $39,425 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Limited $40,925 MSRP | — |
| 18 | SEL $40,075 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Hybrid Limited $42,075 MSRP | — |
| 20 | Hybrid Night $42,575 MSRP | — |
| 21 | Limited $48,300 MSRP | — |
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Hyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Hyundai Tucson vs 2027 Kia Sportage on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Hyundai Tucson starts lower at $29,450. Live Hyundai Tucson listings start at $7,995. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,450).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Hyundai Tucson or 2027 Kia Sportage?
- The 2026 Hyundai Tucson leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,750).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Hyundai Tucson vs 2027 Kia Sportage?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Hyundai Tucson (5/5 NHTSA overall).