Compact SUVs offer their drivers the best of both worlds. With additional space, comfort, and power, you get the benefits of an SUV while still driving a smaller vehicle. Whether taking a road trip or commuting to work, these vehicles help keep you connected and safe.
If you’ve been shopping for one a new compact SUV in Rochester, you might’ve browsed models like the latest Kia Sportages and Hyundai Tuscons. Though they share a lot of features and look similar, there are some key differences that can sway you towards one or the other. We have put together this go-to guide comparing the 2022 Kia Sportage and 2022 Hyundai Tuscon to give you the information needed to make the best decision for you and your family .
Pricing
You can choose from between four trims when choosing a 2022 Kia Sportage: LX, Nightfall, EX, and SX Turbo. The base, or LX model has an MSRP of $24,090. You can expect an MSRP of $28,090 for the Nightfall, with the EX model slightly higher at $28,390. For the top model, the SX Turbo, the MSRP lands at $33,750. These prices can increase depending on additional features and if you choose all-wheel drive, which is available for all trims.
The 2022 Hyundai Tuscon offers five trims. The limited-edition SE has an MSRP of $24,950. Hyundai’s SEL model has a price of $28,150. A higher model, the N Line, has an MSRP of $30,750. You can expect slightly higher prices for the XRT and the Limited trims, with MSRPs of $31,400 and $34,850 respectively. Similar to the Kias, these all offer all-wheel-drive options that are slightly higher in price, though the Kias remain more affordable.
Exterior
Both the 2022 Kia Sportage and the 2022 Hyundai Tuscon are compact SUVs with similar exteriors. The Sportage comes with 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels depending on the trim. You can also expect features like high-beam assist, LED daytime lights, and projector fog lamps on the lower models with LED headlights and fog lamps on the SX turbo.
2022 Kia Sportage (left) vs Hyundai Tucson (right)
The 2022 Tuscon offers 17-inch alloy wheels on its SE trim, but 19-inch comes standard on the higher trims. Each model comes with LED headlights and high-beam assist. You might find additional features with the Limited trim like rain-sensing wipers and a panoramic sunroof.
Interior
Both of these compact SUVs offer an interior that fits five people comfortably. They each come with several cup and bottle holders and USB ports to charge your devices. The 2022 Kia Sportage offers up to a 10-way adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support for every driver and a manually adjustable passenger seat. With heated front seats as an option on all trims and separate rear air-conditioning ventilation, you can ensure a comfortable climate for all passengers. Trims from the Nightfall up all include LED interior lighting.
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson includes adjustable seating and lumbar support for their higher trims, along with heated front seats and stain-resistant cloth seats for all models. The Limited trim also comes with ventilated front seats and heated rear seats.
Gas Mileage
The fuel economy for the 2022 Kia Sportage averages 30 mpg on highways with a 16.4-gallon fuel tank. In the city, the Sportage averages 23 mpg. The Tuscon has a slightly higher fuel economy at 33 mpg on highways and 26 mpg in the city, but it has a smaller tank at 14.3 gallons.This can vary based on trim and if the model is all-wheel drive. For example, an all-wheel-drive Limited Tuscon has a highway fuel economy of 29 mpg and a city fuel economy of 24 mpg.
Power and Specifications
The LX, Nightfall, and EX Sportages each come with a 2.4-liter in-line 4-cylinder engine with 181 horsepower. If you’re looking for more power, the SX Turbo offers a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, putting out 240 horsepower. The Sportage also uses an electronically controlled 6-speed automatic transmission overdrive with Sportmatic® and with a 175 pound-feet of torque. SX Turbos put out even more torque, with 260 pound-feet. 2022 Kia Sportages average with a 30 mpg fuel economy on highways with a 16.4 gallon fuel tank.
Each 2022 Tuscon has the same 2.5 four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower. You can expect 178 pound-feet of torque and an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The Tuscon has a slightly higher fuel economy at 33 mpg on highways but has a smaller tank at 14.3 gallons.
Safety features
The Sportage has several key safety features, including forward-collision avoidance assistance, lane departure warnings, and driver-attention warnings. Though additional safety features for the LX are optional, the Nightfall, EX, and SX Turbo models come standard with blind-spot collision warnings and rear cross-traffic collision warnings. You can also enjoy the benefits of smart cruise control in the SX turbo. Each vehicle comes equipped with dual front airbags, dual front seat-mounted airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags.
The Tuscon offers a safety package with blind-spot collision avoidance assist, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist, and lane-keeping assist, and lane departure warnings. You might get additional features like highway driving assistance, smart cruise control, and parking-collision avoidance assists with the top trims, like the Limited.
Technology
Both the 2022 Kia Sportage and the 20222 Hyundai Tucson offer standard technology features, like AM/FM radio, Bluetooth connectivity, smart-device integration, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Sportage comes with an 8-inch touchscreen with voice recognition, 12-volt power outlets and a six-speaker system for maximum entertainment. You can find an eight-speaker system with surround-sound, navigation, and wireless phone chargers in the EX and SX Turbo models.
The Tuscon offers an 8-inch touchscreen display in the SE, SEL and N Line trims, but a larger 10.25-inch screen on the Limited trim. The trims above the SE also offer Bluelink services like care packages, remote packages and car service.
At Tom Kadlec Kia, our Rochester team knows how to match the perfect compact SUV to the driver. Contact us today to schedule a test drive for one of our 2022 Kia Sportages or to ask our associates any questions you might have about the model. Consider browsing our online inventory to learn more about what we can offer and we can help you upgrade to the latest model.
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