2020 Hyundai Tucson vs 2020 Kia Sportage

Diversity Under the Hood

A pair of engine configurations are offered with both the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. The Tucson comes standard with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 161 horsepower and 150 lb.-ft of torque. This engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission, that delivers power to the standard front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is an option on multiple trims.

When connected to FWD, this powertrain returns an EPA-estimated 23 miles per gallon in the city, and 28 mpg highway. AWD Tucson’s with this configuration return 22 mpg city / 25 mpg highway.

The second powertrain option is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that belts out 181 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft of torque. Fuel economy ratings are nearly identical – in fact, the larger engine receives improved fuel economy on highways across the board.

The Kia Sportage also offers two powertrain combos. Their base is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 181 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft of torque.

Like the Tucson, it's connected to a similar six-speed automatic transmission and is standard with front-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive available. Fuel economy in FWD is 23 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. With AWD, it drops to 22 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.

The upgraded engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 237 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. As expected, the extra power comes at a cost of efficiency, dropping to 19 mpg city and 24 mpg in AWD configuration.

Interior Comparison – Focus on Comfort and Modern Convenience

While these two SUV cousins are quite similar on the outside, inside it’s a variety of a different color. The 2020 Hyundai Tucson offers a plethora of interior enhancement through the six-trim levels.

Features including a seven-inch color touchscreen infotainment display with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration is standard. It also includes standard safety including driver attention warning, a forward collision-avoidance assist system, lane-keeping assist and many more.

Available enhancements include an eight-inch touchscreen, second-row USB ports, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, a hands-free liftgate, wireless device charging, and rain sensing windshield wipers.

Extra driver-assisted safety systems can also be added to the 2020 Hyundai Tucson. Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, blind spot monitoring, surround view monitor, forward collision avoidance assist system with pedestrian detection, and rear-cross traffic alert are available.

The 2020 Kia Sportage received some interior enhancements for the new year. The main improvement was the addition of a new eight-inch touchscreen display, and an available Harman Kardon® audio system – available in upper trim levels as a package upgrade.

Roomy and Built for Cargo on the Go

This is an area where both crossovers are virtually identical. The Tucson is a dual-row crossover SUV with ample seating for five passengers. It features a total interior volume of 133 cubic feet, with 31 cu-ft of storage behind the rear seats. When you fold down the rear seats, cargo space increases to nearly 62 cu-ft.

The Hyundai Tucson is also quite comfy, especially for those taller passengers and drivers. It features a robust 39.6 inches of front headroom and 41.5 inches of front legroom. Rear headroom is nearly identical, measuring 39.2 inches, and plenty of rear seat leg-room – at 38.2 inches.

The Kia Sportage is slightly more cramped inside. Total interior volume drops to 129.3 cubic feet, with 60 cubic feet of second-row folded cargo space. The headroom is on par with its platform cousin – as is legroom in the front and back seats.

The Value Winner – 2020 Hyundai Tucson

There are several attributes that determine value. Obviously the first is the sticker price. Hyundai’s SE is the entry-level trim and has a MSRP of $21,550. Kia’s opening Sportage will cost consumers $2,400 more.

Then there is the cost of ownership, warranties, and the expense of routine maintenance. Hyundai exceeds multiple competitors in each of these important areas. Every new 2020 Hyundai receives factory scheduled maintenance intervals for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first). Add America’s Best Warranty like Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000 mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, 5- Year/60,000 mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and 5-Year/Unlimited Miles 24-hour Roadside Assistance and the savings continue to add up in Hyundai’s favor.

Test Drive a 2020 Hyundai Tucson in Tampa, FL

The 2020 Hyundai Tucson offers Tampa compact crossover SUV shoppers with value across the board. Brandon Hyundai is the place to see one up close.

Our primary objective is to treat every visitor to our Tampa Hyundai dealership with integrity, respect, and always operate with ethical business practices. Take time to visit Brandon Hyundai and discover why Hyundai continues as the #1 in the automotive industry in the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index since 2010.