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2026 Kia Sportage vs. 2026 Hyundai Tucson Comparison

See how the 2026 Kia Sportage and 2026 Hyundai Tucson performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

Sportage 2026

Compact SUVs

2026 Kia Sportage

$28,790 - $39,690

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Tucson 2026

Compact SUVs

2026 Hyundai Tucson

$29,450 - $40,925

All Test Results
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The Sportage's lackluster four-cylinder engine returned 25 mpg overall in our tests. The hybrid version is quicker and quieter, and it gets 36 mpg overall; the PHEV has an electric-only range of 34 miles and standard AWD. This compact SUV has respons...
 
The Tucson was freshened for 2025, bringing exterior, interior, and infotainment changes. Higher trims now have a twist-action column-mounted gear selector. The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder and eight-speed automatic provide leisurely acceleration...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Fuel economy (Hybrid)
Green Checkmark Icon Composed ride
Green Checkmark Icon Roomy interior
Green Checkmark Icon Easy to get in and out of
 
Green Checkmark Icon Handling
Green Checkmark Icon Ride
Green Checkmark Icon Braking
Green Checkmark Icon Roomy interior
Green Checkmark Icon Controls
Green Checkmark Icon Hybrid's performance and fuel economy
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Lackluster acceleration (Regular model)
Red 'X' Icon Agility (Hybrid)
Red 'X' Icon Braking (Hybrid)
Red 'X' Icon Confusing climate/audio controls
 
Red 'X' Icon Leisurely acceleration (non hybrid)
Red 'X' Icon Unintuitive gear selector
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

SX, X-Line Prestige, LX, X-Pro, SX Prestige, Hybrid EX, X-Pro Prestige, EX, X-Line

 

SEL, XRT, SLE Premium, Limited, SE

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$28,790 - $39,690

 

$29,450 - $40,925

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

AWD, FWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

1.6-liter 4 hybrid (232 hp); 1.6-liter 4 plugin hybrid (268 hp); 2.5-liter 4 (187 hp)

 

1.6-liter 4 plugin hybrid (268 hp); 1.6-liter 4 hybrid (231 hp); 2.5-liter 4 (187 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

8-speed Automatic, 6-speed Automatic

 

8-speed Automatic, 6-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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