Compare 2017 Kia Sportage vs Hyundai Tucson

2017 Kia Sportage vs 2017 Hyundai Tucson

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The 2017 Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson are compact crossover SUVs that make great family vehicles. The engine options in the Sportage offer much more powerful performance than the engine choices in the Tucson. Available with a 10-way driver's seat and 60/40 split-folding rear seats with a seven-step recline, the Sportage also offers a much more comfortable ride than the Tucson.

Powertrain

The 2.4 L I-4 engine in the 2017 Kia Sportage generates up to 181 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. The Hyundai Tucson has a similar I-4 engine that yields a maximum of only 164 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque. You can also equip the Sportage with the 2.0 L turbocharged engine that has a peak output of 240 hp and 237 lb-ft of torque. The Tucson's 1.6 L turbocharged engine is only capable of producing up to 175 hp and 195 lb-ft of peak torque. Even though both crossover SUVs utilize Gasoline Direct Injection, it's quite clear that the Sportage has a more powerful and efficient powertrain. When you install the Dynamax All-Wheel Drive in this Kia, you'll get good traction even on snow and ice. This patented drivetrain can be controlled with a locking center differential that splits torque output among the four wheels. Additionally, the Kia Sportage offers agile handling thanks to the six-speed automatic transmission system with Sportmatic.

Safety

Engineered to prevent frontal crashes, the Autonomous Emergency Braking is an advanced active safety technology that's available in the 2017 Kia Sportage EX and SX Turbo editions. In the Hyundai Tucson lineup, only the Limited model can be equipped with the Automatic Emergency Braking. The EX and SX Turbo trims also come with the Blind Spot Detection and Lane Change Assist. The Tucson Sport and Limited offer these features that deliver guidance for making safe lane changes. When it comes to moving in tight spaces, the rear parking sensors in the Tucson don't provide as much help as the Parking Assist in the Sportage. Some other notable features that keep this Kia safe on the road include the Downhill Brake Control, Hill Start Assist Control and Brake Assist System.

Interior

The 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat in the 2017 Kia Sportage offers better ergonomics than the eight-way power driver's seat in the Hyundai Tucson. The Sportage's rear seats have a 60/40 split-folding design with seven different reclining settings. When it comes to year-round comfort, both crossover SUVs are available with front seats that come with heating and ventilation. Additionally, a dual-zone automatic climate control system is included in the Sportage and Tucson. Alloy pedals and door scuff plates add some modern style and function to this Kia's cabin. You can also add natural illumination to the vehicle through the panoramic sunroof that opens with the touch of a button. Even though YES Essentials cloth is standard in both crossover SUVs, the Kia Sportage still boasts better upholstery. The seats in this Kia are covered in a durable layer that includes repel-and-release technology to prevent stains and other damage.

Contact Crown Kia St Petersburg to schedule your personal test drive in the award winning Kia Sportage. The Kia Sportage was the "Highest Ranked Small SUV in Initial Quality" by J.D. Power for the 2016 model ^*. After riding in this compact Kia crossover SUV, you'll realize exactly why it beats the Hyundai Tucson in many categories.

* J.D. Power: The Kia Sportage received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among small SUVs in the J.D. Power 2016 Initial Quality Study℠. Study based on 80,157 total responses, evaluating 245 models, and measures the opinions of new 2016 vehicle owners after 90 days of ownership, surveyed in February-May 2016.