Kia Sportage hybrid VS Hyundai Tucson Hybrid comparison

[@commonsense1406]

Zack , Andrea great job. I have preordered the Sportage SX PHEV. w/ carmine red interior. Can’t wait !!!

[@leightanwishart2238]

Thank you for you videos. Your reviews are honest and unbiased, which I really like. I've ordered a Kia Sportage SX PHEV, but I was watching this video again and decided I would also put my name on the list for a Tuscon PHEV top trim level. I think I would like either; I've only driven a Sportage ICE, but was quite impressed. I think the PHEV will only be better, and I like the Sportage appearance a little better.

[@jrs9264]

After all this time, how come Zack doesn't realize that Andrea is always right? 🙄🤔🤣

[@alanaisaiah3693]

Typical male 😂😂😂😂

[@Funkydood]

Got a 2023, 2.5L gas engine, 8-shift, FWD Sportage for my wife! We both love her!!! We're getting 38-42 mpg on the highway!!!

[@bigJayCanada]

Great Review! We ordered our 2023 Tucson Hybrid Ultimate package...Black paint on light grey Leather...about 6 months ago and still have about another month or more to wait....Yup. Can't wait! Love your videos... thanks from Canada!

[@markgoldner3083]

Gotta go with the Tucson! As a proud owner of the 2.5 Gasser, just love everything about it. It’s got plenty of oomph for us. It looks great, runs smooth and quiet. Couldn’t ask for more!

[@ivandoneshefsky4762]

I’d go with the Sportage (Andrea’s Canadian pronunciation). I’d choose either top end model over my 21 Venza limited. How about a comparison with these 2 fully loaded hybrids over the Venza limited? As usual, terrific review and Zach, you know Andreas’s always right!

[@craigcraigster5605]

Hey guys (fellow Canadian here) based on you're great insight I ordered the kia Sportage ex hybrid. Just have to wait and see how long the wait is.... Thanks again for you guys helping me decide and give me a few laughs as well.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

That’s a really tough choice of these 2 vehicles are awesome. I almost thought Zack calling the wrong numbers. 😂 I will have to wait and see how both do until next year. Great video Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻☕️☕️

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, glad you liked it. In the end, you really can't go wrong with either. Benefits of the Sportage is you get a temporary spare tire and it has a lower starting price point. Tucson Hybrid costs more and you get a tire repair kit.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

@@andreaspencer9813 Yea, That’s an interesting part about cost of spare tire and tire repairs kits. I thought the tire repair kits would be cheaper.

[@bfleming6665]

Thanks. Always love your reviews and comparisons.

[@peterhowells8509]

Prefer the Kia Sportage, nicer interior and love the red!

[@barmstrong132]

Great comparison! I was hesitant to purchase with the current market but I took your advice and have been on a list for the Sportage HEV SX for a month now. I had a great dealership experience, not one penny of a markup and excellent trade-in value too. I chose the Kia over the Tuscon purely on styling preference. I demoed a gas only model and, yup, slow as heck. Zack you've mentioned a few times that the interiors and quietness of these two match some luxury SUVs. How about a Kia or Tuscon vs GLC or Q5 comparo? Followed you for many years. TV shows etc, always informative and enjoyable. BTW, showing the interiors at night during your reviews is a great idea as it's not something you normally get to see during a test drive. I can't think of any other reviewers that do that. Thanks guys!

[@jazzjokesjalopies]

I’ll take the Hyundai exterior with the Kia interior, please!

[@etacarinae5558]

Those were my thoughts exactly.😃

[@parinyaphorntimmermann9771]

Me too👍👍

[@chriskimber7179]

We've got a reservation on the Sportage PHEV. Haven't heard of any updated delivery dates, but we are really looking forward to it! Everytime I fill with gas...

[@stephanepilon7751]

Another great revew thanks! I ordered a Tucson PHEV last march, delivery time +/- 1 year. Then the Sportage PHEV adds came up, placed an order too in may, no delivery time at that moment. Will see wich one will show up first, but I hope it's the Sportage, I find that the exterior have a better look and I'l prefer the interior tech and finish. I hope the Sportage PHEV trimm and pricing will be release in Canada soon, still waiting...

[@andremcamara3120]

Great video thanks. How do these two compare to the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching! We haven't driven the new Outlander PHEV yet, should be coming late fall to test drive. One key difference between the Outlander and these two is it will have a 3rd row and of course it's a plug-in hybrid. The Tucson PHEV doesn't have a heat pump so I did find the gas engine went on and off more often in the winter. Not sure if the Outlander PHEV will have a heat pump.

[@wolfshanze5980]

I wouldn't compare either of these HEVs to the Outlander PHEV. If you want a fair comparison compare the Tucson/Sportage PHEV to the Outlander PHEV. Both Tucson and Sportage PHEV has a different powertrain than the HEVs.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

I personally like the Tucson's exterior. But you can't go wrong with either.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Couldn't agree more!

[@coorslt13]

Great comparison video!! I own a Kia so I am impartial

[@raviallang]

Great comparison as always! 👌🏻Something which absolutely makes no sense to me is wired apple car play in the top model whereas the lower models have a wireless apple carplay. Some says that it may come later via software update, do you have any news?

[@abhilashchoudhary]

Kia and Hyundai want to push there navigation systems in higher trims, thus won't get wireless once.

[@kriscosta1]

Both of these cars look great. I’m getting a Tucson hybrid limited next month. I’m excited to have my first suv coming from a Honda civic

[@andreaspencer9813]

Wow, great choice! You are really going to love it.

[@mikemcarthy2782]

Great Reviews Guys ! 👏👏👏😁..Ordered a Sportage’ EX Hybrid for my BDay , on June 4th …Just here , growing more Grey Hair , Playing the Waiting Game 🤣😉

[@diontabannah7959]

One of the first people to get my hands on the Tucson hybrid and love it ! now that I see the styling of the Sportage I wish I had waited a little bit longer as I find it more aesthetically pleasing. Still very happy with my purchase only fill up every 3-4 weeks

[@rohitnijhawan5281]

How's your model holding up? What kind of mileage do you get? I hope the battery will last at least 5 years.

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@rohitnijhawan5281 Well considering the battery has a 10 year warranty, i wouldn't worry too much about sensational crazy claims like a 5 year failure.

[@keithsmathers9815]

I ordered a Sportage Hybrid SX Prestige two months ago. Patiently waiting in central Texas.

[@shopwithaaron]

So far ahead of any American platform sharing! Like them both and THX!

[@thommyk70]

Our models in Australia are different, we don’t have the hybrid versions of the Tucson or Sportage. But last year I picked up our top model trim Tucson (Highlander) with a 1.6 turbo Hi-Trac with a seven speed dual clutch auto. I still have it and love driving it. So I’m biased towards the Tucson.

[@akaoveve]

Now I'm confused... Is the Sportage/Tucson quieter than Mazda CX-5? (and more comfortable?) Very good reviews, I really like the presentation style and questions and answers :).

[@nwmusic2010]

I prefer the Sportage, but I don’t really think you can go wrong with either. Yet another example of how Kia & Hyundai are just dominating in the automotive world!

[@guitarpt62]

You both are the greatest!!! Can you get a Hyundai Tucson with a spare tire?

[@Syrinx-Priest]

Another great comparison! Hopefully Kia starts providing the Sportage PHEV to the press soon. I know buyers are slowly starting to get theirs in the US and potentially Canada.

[@commonsense1406]

Sportage PHEV pricing out for Canada. EX+ $43995.00 and SX $48395.99. Your local KIA dealership should be able to provide you with specs for both trims. I have already pre-ordered mine from a local dealership.

[@MrMcQuade]

My wife and I are on the list for a PHEV Tucson ultimate trim. We’re hoping to take delivery sometime next May. Fingers crossed!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Congratulations, such a great vehicle!

[@wolfshanze5980]

It's a great vehicle... come back and tell us if/when you actually get it... I know the PHEV is a super long wait. I had to wait 5 months to get my HEV Tucson.

[@carlessanverdu]

What's the car where your are hosting? Thank you!

[@randyfine4535]

Can I get the Tuscon exterior with the Sportage interior?

[@wolfshanze5980]

No.

[@RiasatAbir]

Tucson wins for the design! I have the Tucson PHEV and loving it, my fuel economy is 2l/100km with the short ev driving in city and long gas road trips in hev.

[@AllenB141]

We chose the Hyundai Tucson. We have the HEV In the Ultimate Trim ordered. Leased a Tucson Preferred with the Trend package while we wait for the Hybrid. We are in Ontario.

[@121iron]

Do these hybrid SUVs use the same engine that was failing in earlier versions

[@timphillips4147]

Hi Andrea and Zack, very little to choose from these two very well equipped cars. As a kia car owner as you know some bias will exist with me personally but hey, I believe I'm open minded enough to embrace both comparators if that's even a word for this context? 😄 Great video though as always 👌

[@andreaspencer9813]

Honestly you just can't go wrong with either, both excellent options in the hybrid category. Thanks for watching!

[@timphillips4147]

@@andreaspencer9813 Yes totally agree Andrea, the car industry will once again be hotting up as we head into September with 2023 specs looming large! Really enjoy tuning in Andrea.

[@robertschulze7995]

Take the one you can get is probably the best advice you can give in the current environment. If I really had a choice, I would chose the Kia. I think Kia has done a better job with the interior.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Both the Tucson and Sportage have identical powertrain, engine and reliability... that's where the similarities end... exterior and interior design these two vehicles are very different, and simply put, that's where personal taste comes into play. Both these SUVs are great, I don't blame anyone for picking either over the other... they are identical SUVs with completely different "artistic flair", so the final choice is the consumers based on aesthetics

[@drewledger6386]

what did you findwas your average MPG after driving the Kia Sportage Hybrid for awhile?

[@rolandojose9369]

I Love my Tucson 2023 the best ❤️❤️❤️

[@michaelsylvester7272]

Great review!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much!

[@michaelsylvester7272]

@@andreaspencer9813 keep up the nice work.

[@swaghauler8334]

Toyota is on the same refresh schedule as Kawasaki... every vehicle gets a refresh once every TWENTY YEARS whether it needs it or not!

[@charlie3851]

I have seen complaints on the Tucson forums about poor performance from the AC and heater.

[@ghenry85]

I'm happy with my Rav hybrid. But I agree it's not perfect. It's still very good. Between these two, I say I'd go with the Kia. Lower price, like the style better, easier on gas(barely). I'll learn to live with the combo climate/audio controls. The Tuscan could be better if they had a normal volume knob instead of the scroll wheel(which isn't that bad to be fairy, and had rubberized buttons to make them easier to find "blind". I've learned to use the auto climate control on my Rav4. Question:does the ac work off a hv motor like the Rav 4 hybrid?

[@wolfshanze5980]

I'm a fan of knobs myself, but a few points here... things just take getting used to, and this is coming from a grumpy old man who fears change. I bought the 2023 Tucson Hybrid but there were two things I was apprehensive about... the lack of knobs and that push-button gear shift... both of which I thought I may never be comfortable with, but i rolled the dice... two weeks in, I've completely adjusted to the push button gear shift. As for the volume on the radio, i've just adjusted a bit... all these vehicles have volume control on the steering wheel, and I just find myself using the steering wheel volume control more and more everyday while driving... if i'm stopped I might play with the infotainment controls, but if I need quick up or down volume while driving, I just use the steering wheel controls (there's an instant mute there too). This is for both the Tucson and Sportage of course. An oddity of the Sportage that I don't really like, while it does have knobs, the radio and climate control share those controls and you have to toggle to either radio or climate control before using the knobs... I think that might cause more problems than just digital controls! I dunno, I suppose if I owned the KIA i'd get used to that too. I will say the feature I thought i'd hate the most (no knobs on radio) is certainly less an issue the longer I own the Tucson.

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

I love the looks, features, and touch of luxury both vehicles offer, and I’m rather ambivalent on which exterior I like most. Videos and pictures don’t do the Sportage quite enough justice. In person, it is so sleek and well proportioned that it’s hard to not admire its pure beauty. However, the Tucson has such unique character lines, is definitely bolder, and has those amazing tail lights. I also tend to prefer the parametric lights of the front grill over the boomerang lights of the Sportage. Both of them look even more amazing with a blacked out/contrasting roof, which sadly isn’t available direct from the manufacturer on the Tucson as it is with the Sportage. I have seen people wrap the roof of the Tucson though, and it’s incredibly striking. So my overall pick for exterior looks would have to be the Tucson with a two tone roof. 😉

[@coy9898]

I’m having a hard time deciding between the 2023 Tucson Hybrid or plug in hybrid vs Nissan Rogue. Please let me know your thoughts

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

Good God! I sure hope you didn’t get anything that involves a plug. Which did you get?

[@Blessindisguise]

Amazing cars the lack of wireless android auto/carplay on the non-base trims is really annoying me tho. I think id definitely have to pay it off and trade it. Can't go wrong with either it's the best nonluxury hybrid SUVS available right now.

[@Excelmyexcel]

Tucson hybrid Ultimate! White exterior/white interior, blind spot monitor camera, Highway Drive Assist!!

[@oralpowers7932]

The hidden rear wiper is amazing, how do they do that? Is the wiper mounted to the glass or the metal frame? Which vehicle has better visability or bigger rear window? Parking the cars side by side might have helped with the comparison and signs like wait 6 months or a year.

[@wolfshanze5980]

I own the 2023 Tucson Hybrid... as for the mounting... well... to my knowledge, no SUV liftgate is side-to-side, top-to-bottom glass... there's some "structure" around that rear glass window on the liftgate on all sides. On the exterior, the wiper of course sits on glass (tucked under the top spoiler), but on the interior there's some "casing" at the top of the liftgate that houses the wiper motor, much the same as it would be if it were on the bottom of the rear glass instead of the top.

[@jaymehta3468]

can someone tell me what is the color for kia that comes up at 12:03? Thanks

[@ramkumarchandrasekar263]

Kia EX hybrid doesn't have adaptive cruise control

[@akc5247]

No more thanksgiving turkey for you, Zac! lol.

[@GinaSomers]

what is the warranty comparison? Hyundai is typically 10 yrs, 100,000 miles.

[@philipsangster124]

Planning to trade in my loaded 2020 Lexus Rx 350 for the Kia Sportage hybrid. Am I nuts? Don’t think so. Passenger space inside about same but more cargo space. I’ll get better gas mileage 15 mpg city vs 36 mpg city.

[@rohitnijhawan5281]

I was shocked to see that the Old big RXs have been shrinking. Now it has even less space.

[@TheBonnefire]

I'm happy with my Tuscon Hybrid SEL, but I really like the sportage's interior.

[@Faisaldeepblue]

Guys any advice I am planning to get a new hybrid SUV and I'm a bit confused: Japan-built Rav4, Korean-built Tucson or Sportage.

[@ronrooney2996]

I bought the Tucson

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Wow, this is a tough one! I can't decide on which one. Both are bold and stylish, than it's Japanese rivals. Hyundai does offers a 3 year complimentary maintenance in the U.S. But, Kia is slightly cheaper in price. It's like picking a favorite child, which is a hard thing to do. I just say I will go with either one.. So, it's a draw!..lol.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Pick Tommy... Bob is just never going to accomplish as much as Tommy and you know it.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@@wolfshanze5980 What that hell are you talking about? Lol

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 "it's like picking a favorite child".

[@ldean2731]

Thanks for your great videos....I'm going KIA :)

[@ddhartma]

Ordered the Kia Sportage Hybrid SX Prestige. Now I wait!

[@SunnyCLT]

How is it?

[@rongrabowski9830]

Would buy the Hyundai due mainly to loyalty. Our last 4 vehicles have been Hyundais; currently we own a 2013 Santa Fe Limited and a 2018 Tucson Limited. Our next one will be a hybrid!

[@wolfshanze5980]

I just traded-in my 2018 Tucson for a 2023 Tucson Hybrid. Very happy with the upgrade, and the 2018 Tucson was still worth a good amount on trade-in. I loved my 2018 Tucson, had zero problems with it and (normally) would be sad to see it go, but I was so in-love with the new Tucson, everything about the new Tucson is either the same or an improvement on my old Tucson, so nothing is lost in the upgrade!

[@leandrawest1807]

We are looking at both. Advantage of Kia is a spare tire. Advantage of the Hyundai is free service for I believe 3 years. Like the Kia front and Hyundai body style. Very hard choice.

[@rohitnijhawan5281]

The service is basically oil changes. They only do them at 7500 mile intervals not 3750. They give you one oil change per year 3x 60 bucks = 180 so roudn that up to 200 dollars' benefit.. over 3 years! no cigar

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@rohitnijhawan5281 With a Turbo engine, you're supposed to be using Premium Synthetic oil, which is changed at 6500 mile intervals (which is what they cover). If you're using standard oil with the recommended 3500 oil change, you're going to ruin that Turbo engine. The Tucson has room for a spare tire + kit under the rear cover out of sight... if it's that important, you can add a spare tire to the Tucson.

[@saltyt.1886]

Zack & Andrea, I think this boils down to a couple of things. First, which one can actually carry a spare tire, which I believe is only the Kia. Secondly, which one does NOT have the divorced tail lights. I hate the blinker and backup lights mounted down low in the bumper. That would be totally obscured in traffic and way below the belt line and your eyesight mounted like that. I think that means the Kia wins there too. Does either of these have adaptive headlights? If so, that could be the tie breaker too. Then again there’s the IIHS test scores. Top Safety Pick Plus ONLY! Okay….so maybe a different brand altogether then eh? 😬

[@saltyt.1886]

Ok. Mazda CX-70 for the win! If it ever gets here! 😎

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@saltyt.1886 CX-70 isn't even in the same category as either of these SUVs... might as well compare these with an F-150. It's about understanding how the world works, come join us.

[@Briguy1027]

I would think they are absolutely equal but they seem different enough that people can probably make a choice. For instance, the KIA has the spare tire that the Tucson doesn't, and the cupholders are actually nicer and a better configuration (to me). I expect you can't go wrong with either car. I just prefer the spare tire just in case.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Powertrain, engine, reliability... I would say these two SUVs are identical... that's where the similarities end... exterior and interior design these two vehicles are very different, and simply put, that's where personal taste comes into play. Both these SUVs are great, I don't blame anyone for picking either over the other... they are identical SUVs with completely different "artistic flair", so the final choice is the consumers based on aesthetics.

[@marclangman4836]

Agree with Zack. Problem with Hyundai is they can’t seem to stick to a design language for more than a couple of years so there is no cohesive look amongst their vehicle offerings. At least Kia has been consistent with the tiger grill for a while now.

[@wolfshanze5980]

That's a "problem" with Hyundai? Lets say for argument's sake, you buy a 2023 Tucson due to it's current design being appealing to you. Is it a "problem" if the 2020 Tucson or the 2025 Tucson looks completely different than your 2023 Tucson? If so, please explain how this is a problem with Hyundai?

[@marclangman4836]

@@wolfshanze5980 there’s no consistency so they’ve never managed to establish a brand identity. If you see a BMW from miles away, you know it’s a BMW, whether the car is 20 years old or brand new.

[@wolfshanze5980]

@@marclangman4836 Doesn't bother me at all... the flip side of that is being accused of having dated 20 year old designs that never improve and always look outdated... see Rav4.

[@dygardion9130]

I like the side and front end better on the Kia, but I like the rear of Hyundai and the interior of the Kia better.

[@judih.8754]

I like them both but the exterior is busier on the Sportage. I'd buy the Tucson. I hope they bring out a hybrid Santa Cruz!!

[@wolfshanze5980]

Odd you'd say that, I find the Tucson busier on the exterior... but "busier in a good way"... I chose the 2023 Tucson Hybrid myself and love it.

[@jennifersherrick7195]

Is this 2022 or 2023?

[@wolfshanze5980]

I believe it's the 2023, but to be honest, the 2023 is a mid-cycle redo... These SUVs are on three year design refresh cycles... i'm not 100% sure about the Sportage, but the 2023 Tucson is just a redo of the 2022 Tucson... expect the same with 2024 Tucson... the next redesign for Tucson should be 2025... this is very common amongst all Auto manufacturers... no company does a complete redesign every year.

[@borndiy5490]

Friend has the Tyson & is nice. I dont care for the Fang Tail Lights. Watched a lot of reviews on Sportage which I like Best. Have assuming a good deal for my 19-Rogue but is it real. Do I want to start over. Worst is None have cool colors. I now have the Monarch Orange & prefer to enjoy driving an SUV with Color Pop. Very tempting to check this Kia Deal but scares me that I can order in my Color.

[@CodeXana]

I always go with the one that sells less, AKA is more special and less common on the road lol.

[@andreaspencer9813]

You will certainly have a more unique vehicle 👍

[@CodeXana]

@@andreaspencer9813 Yes! That’s me with my Toyota Venza currently. Could NOT be happier, even though I went over budget 🤣🙏🏻

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@CodeXana So easy to go over budget these days 😉

[@wolfshanze5980]

To be honest, everytime you buy a new car you instantly see all the same cars on the road you never noticed before. Like when I bought my 2018 Tucson, I started noticing all the Tucsons on the road I hadn't noticed before. Having said that, both the new Sportage and New Tucson are VERY UNIQUE and both stand out. I just bought a 2023 Tucson Hybrid, and I can honestly say... I see a lot more new Sportages on the road than I see new Tucsons on the road, and my eyes should be tuned more to the Tucson... I just don't see as many of them (and that boomerang Sportage DRL look is just as easy to spot as the Tucson cascading DRL is).

[@08vtec6]

I don’t like how Kia changes their design completely each generation

[@wolfshanze5980]

Hyundai says "Hold my beer".

[@kellingtonlink956]

All great points. I’m not exactly sure if they are worth such a premium over their petrol driven variants though. But they both have very impressive interiors, especially when considering the Japanese offerings. Thanks for the video.

[@wolfshanze5980]

The "Premium" isn't all that much... you can get a Hybrid starting at 31K MSRP, and the difference is MASSIVE (there are Hybrids cheaper than the gas versions, and all Hybrids come with AWD that you have to pay extra for on the gas-only versions). The gas-only version of both comes with a completely anemic engine that takes about 9 seconds from 0-60... while we're certainly not talking sports car here, the fact the gas-only version is so incredibly underpowered makes it dangerous to pull out into traffic or pass a vehicle unless there's no other car around for a good space. The gas-only version of both these vehicles is a TOTAL SLUG. Frankly, I can't believe they refuse to offer a better gas-only engine anywhere in the lineup. The 1.6L Turbo is a far superior engine than the 2.5L non-aspirated in the gas-only version, and they include that same 1.6L Turbo in the Hybrid of both Tucson and Sportage... then pair it with an additional electric engine, tacking-on another 50hp or so. The acceleration and performance of the Hybrid's over their gas-only slug versions is day and night, and instantly noticeable. If performance isn't your thing, and you're worried about "the premium", the Hybrids are massive improvements on MPG, allowing you to fuel up a lot less than their gas-only versions... you'll be making fewer trips to the gas station, and the longer you keep the Hybrid the more money you'll save on gas. To be perfectly honest, I can't understand why anyone is so cheap to spend the extra "premium" to get a far superior engine and far superior gas mileage... who on earth would buy the gas-only version to pinch a penny on a clearly inferior product? Yes, the styling of the exterior and interior is about the same, I suppose if you are perfectly fine with 0-60 in 9 seconds, never need to pull into traffic, never need to pass anyone on the highway and don't mind visiting the gas station a whole lot more... than ya, go get the gas-only version. I will admit, there is a downside to the Hybrids of these vehicles... they are so great, and so popular, that it's nearly impossible to just walk into a dealership and drive off the lot with a Hybrid. If you want a Hybrid, you're going to have to order one and wait. I had to wait 5 months from order to delivery of my 2023 Tucson Hybrid... every time I would go by the dealership, they had a bunch of gas-only Tucsons sitting on the lot, but never a single Hybrid... every Hybrid that came to the dealership was pre-ordered by someone. If you want instant gratification, you go go buy a gas-only Tucson today... but if you want a better SUV, you'll have to order one and wait. Ya, so I guess there's the downside of a Hybrid... everyone wants one, but the gas-only versions are just sitting on dealership lots if you want that instant gratification.

[@redwanamin967]

confused to decide, Both are fine

[@wolfshanze5980]

They are identical SUVs... the difference is all in the styling inside and out. Pick whichever appeals to you, they are otherwise identical SUVs under the hood.

[@daviotkelly1267]

Prefer the Kia's interior but the Hyundai's exterior.

[@josoldeheuvelt4729]

I decided for the Tucson Hybrid 4WD N-Line. Exterior and interieur more masculine as i find the Sportage feminine . But this is my humble opinion. As technic so similar , i think there you cannot make the difference . Whatever you decide you will get a great piece of Art.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Am I missing something here? To my knowledge there is no Tucson Hybrid N-Line. There is a Tucson N-Line that is gas-only with a 2.5L non-aspirated engine and then there's the three trims of the Hybrid (Blue, SEL and Limited) with the 1.6T/EV engine. Did Hyundai release a 4th Hybrid trim mid-production? I'm not saying it doesn't exist, I'm just saying I never heard of it... stealth launch by Hyundai? Speaking of "masculine vs feminine", I find the 2.5L NA engine very feminine as it's a total slug... the Hybrid engine is more masculine... but according to my 2023 Tucson package from the dealership, the N-Line only exists with the 2.5L NA feminine slug of an engine.... lolz. That 2.5L engine is 0-60 in 9 seconds! They do need a Hybrid N-Line, but I've never heard it exists.

[@josoldeheuvelt4729]

@@wolfshanze5980 Hi i am living in Europe. Different trims possible here. Sorry😬

[@AbbyBrian]

I won't buy a vehicle that doesn't have a spare tire. Therefore , I would pick the Sportage. ( I like the looks better too )

[@wolfshanze5980]

Never buy a vehicle based on expecting it to fail. Having said that, if it's that important, there is space under the trunk cover of the Hybrid Tucson to put a spare tire + kit out of view... you'd just have to add it yourself.

[@kaylapayne1427]

I really wish the Rav 4 had the Kia Sportage's interior. Is that too much to ask? lol

[@nwmusic2010]

Yes. Because Toyota will always be behind in design. They can get away with that because of their reliability and brand devotees.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Give it another 20 years or so... by then, Toyota might update the 2040 Rav4 to 2020 design standards.

[@osbiggs9602]

I purchased the Tucson because of its exterior style and the cleaner-looking dash, though the Sportage grille is super cool. The interior layout is also a bit more avant-garde, especially from the rear passenger’s point of view.

[@sammyt3514]

I actually agree with Andrea's mom; I prefer the looks of the Hyundai inside and out! Having said that, there's a reason why Hyundai/Kia keep changing the designs of their cars every couple of years; they usually have 'unique' looks (to me, they're too busy/convoluted) which age fast as opposed to SUVs like the RAV4 and CX-5 which have rugged (in the former)/elegant (in the latter) designs that still look good today several years after their introduction, and will probably continue to do so for years to come. I'd much sooner pick a RAV4 or a CX-5 over either of these (talking gas engines only since the CX-5 doesn't have a hybrid) for that reason alone, and that's even without factoring in reliability.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Toyota changes their design every 20 years whether it needs it or not (also, Tuperware called and they want their plastic look back from the Rav4). What you call "rugged" or "elegant" in Toyota, screams "dated", "plastic" and "industrial" in my book.

[@darrelpeters]

When comparing these to the Toyota and Honda, those cars are always boring. Even the refreshed designs look like designs from a few years ago from Other auto makers. Very conservative. Kia and Hyundai are killing it when it comes to designing exteriors and interiors.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Toyota modernizes their designs every 20 years whether they need to or not.

[@remiguertin6474]

Thé Kia dealer in Ottawa has à Tucson hybrid with 300 km. He is asking 55,000 for it, 10,000 above the price of a new one. You have to be dumb to pay that much, you will never save enough on gas to pay for this. I will get a new Acura - when the market comes back to earth!

[@wolfshanze5980]

That's a bad dealer, not a bad manufacturer... I'm sure you can find a crooked Honda dealership if you look around. False analogy to prove a jaded point.

[@estebanpacheco7102]

Tucson exterior is lot better, KIA looks standard. I'll take the large screen from the KIA and put it on the Tucson, without touching anything else, the clean interior of the Tucson is fantastic.

[@DonnaSchomaker]

I like the Kia.

[@A3A4Tom]

Sportage wins hands down when it comes to exterior and interior styling, also sportier driving experience compares to a more austere of the Tucson. However, given Metro Vancouver's iffy Kia dealer services. On the other hand, Hyundai dealers always offer much superior sales and after-sales service. Both left and right brains have to go to Tucson except if I move to somewhere else in Canada or States. Or when Kia Canada decides to upgrade their Metro Vancouver or even B.C dealer services.

[@wolfshanze5980]

It wins hands-down according to your personal tastes... you do realize styling is 100% personal tastes, right? I prefer the styling of the Tucson... "hands down". As for driving experience... these two SUVs literally have the exact same powertrain... the biggest difference between these two is the styling, not the driving experience.

[@hrfrydendal]

Kia Sportage PHEV

[@rayboetto3538]

I have hydundai. Tucson hybrid company is lying about gas mileage not getting wat they are advertising gov should put stop false advertising

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

If your government is anything like our “government” in the USA, it’s all about corruption. That’s really all there is to it but you likely already knew that.

[@lemuelalberto5563]

Don’t 4 get the Tucson in canada is made in Korea

[@wolfshanze5980]

That's probably a good thing... better quality. I know American workers, I wouldn't want the Tucsons made in Alabama... then there's the Chevy's made in Mexico.

[@dvanremortel]

Kia every time

[@Richardak600]

We understand that Americans may pronounce some names differently , no need to mention it every time.

[@Motormouth...]

Unfortunately we do....

[@wolfshanze5980]

Actually it's the Canadians that pronounce names differently, here in 'Murica, we pronounce everything correctly.

[@shopwithaaron]

Both interior designs look designed! rav4....uh no!

[@wolfshanze5980]

Tuperware just called Toyota... they want their plastic look back from the Rav4.

[@nickolastiguan]

Personally, I’d stick with the RAV4 Hybrid (mid cycle refreshed, so there is a fix for hybrid wire corrosion), the Koreans just can’t seem to catch a break with stuff catching fire on their vehicles. You can now add “Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride SUVs Are Recalled for Trailer Hitch Fire Risk” to that list 😆🤦‍♂️

[@andreaspencer9813]

Andrea Spencer 1 second ago Yes, there has been a recall on 2020 - 2022 Kia Tellurides and Hyundai Palisades. An accessory tow hitch sold through dealerships may allow moisture into the harness module causing a short circuit. In some cases an electrical short may cause a fire while driving or when the vehicle is parked. Kia said in a statement today that 6 fires have been reported in 2020 Telluride vehicles, 5 of which involved localized melting. The 2021 and 2022 models have had no fires and were included in the recall as a precautionary measure. The recall involved over 245,000 Palisades and just over 36,500 Telluride vehicles.

[@wolfshanze5980]

So... an OPTIONAL PACKAGE you have to pay extra for to install, where most people just go 3rd-party anyways makes these a no-buy? There's nothing wrong with either vehicle... Don't add the optional tow hitch wiring harness at the dealership, problem solved (most people never get a tow hitch anyways, and it's not standard). I swear some people just make mountains out of mole-hills.

[@Eagle-nq2mv]

Tucsons cost alot more than Kia’s. Too much.