The Hyundai Tucson/ix35 and Kia Sportage have the same basics, but different character. We will reveal which one is the better choice.
1. Hyundai has Better Resale Value!
Hyundai has one of the best residual value in the industry and is holding its brand`s value very good. Kia has improved but is still far away.
Last year, Hyundai entered top 10 of The Best Resale Value Awards (“Kelley Blue Book“)
2. Hyundai is Over Kia Considering the Brand Awarness
Hyundai is the most growing automotive brand and secured 53rd place in Interbrand`s list. Kia is 34 places below on the TOP 100 list, it`s on the 87th place.
3. Comfort
Hyundai Tucson/ix35 offers a little bit more space for passengers in the rear seat than the Sportage.
4. Convenience
The Hyundai Tucson/ix35 requires less visits at the gas station than the Kia Sportage, so it is more convenient vehicle.
5. Cost
It is not the same if you pick the Tucson/ix35 or Sportage, it’s not going to cost you the same. There is a different consideration according to the Manufacturer`s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP).
6. Dimensions
Kia Sportage is a little bit narrower than the Tucson/ix35, it is easier to get in and out from the Hyundai.
7. Performance and Consumption
According to towing capacity, the Hyundai Tucson is clearly the better choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling loads that are heavy. Max. Loading space is bigger,
Tucson/ix35 has a slight advantage over Sportage in terms of consumption.
Hyundai ix35 |
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| Dimensions and max. load space -- L |
Seat up |
Length |
Width |
Height |
| 1436 | 591 | 4.41m | 1.82m | 1.66m |
| Fuel Consumption, Emission and Performance |
Combined |
CO 2 |
Max. |
0-62 miles |
| 1.6 GDi 2WD ISG | 44.1 | 149 | 111 | 11.1 |
| 1.7 CRDi 2WD ISG | 54.3 | 135 | 108 | 12.4 |
| 2.0 CRDi 2WD | 51.4 | 147 | 113 | 10.8 |
| 2.0 CRDi 4WD | 49.6 | 149 | 112 | 11.3 |
| 2.0 CRDi 4WD Automatic | 39.8 | 187 | 121 | 9.8 |
| Euro NCAP crash test 5 stars | ||||
Kia Sportage |
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| Dimensions and max. load space -- L |
Seat up |
Length |
Width |
Height |
| 1,353 |
564 |
4.44m |
1.85m |
1.65m |
| Fuel Consumption, Emission and Performance |
Combined |
CO 2 |
Max. |
0-62 miles |
| 1.6 2WD ISG |
44.1 |
149 |
111 |
10.7 |
| 2.0 petrol AWD manual |
37.2 |
181 |
113 |
10.3 |
| 2.0 petrol AWD automatic |
34.4 |
195 |
112 |
10.8 |
| 1.7 diesel 2WD ISG |
54.3 |
135 |
107 |
11.9 |
| 2.0 diesel AWD manual |
49.6 |
149 |
112 |
10.9 |
| 2.0 diesel AWD Automatic |
40.9 |
179 |
112 |
11.6 |
| Euro NCAP 5 stars | ||||
8. Warranty
The Hyundai Tucson/ix35 comes with better corrosion warranty from the Kia Sportage.
Bumper-to-Bumper -- Hyundai: 5 years/60,000 miles Kia: 5 years/60,000 miles
Powertrain -- Hyundai: 10 years/100,000 miles, Kia: 10 years/100,000 miles
Corrosion -- Hyundai: 7 years/unlimited miles, VS Kia: 5 years/unlimited miles
Roadside Assistance -- Hyundai: 5 years/unlimited miles, Kia 5 years/unlimited miles
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