Hyundai Tucson vs Kia Sportage
Side-by-side score breakdown across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.
What the Numbers Mean for You
- Recalls: 2024 Tucson: 4 NHTSA campaigns · 2024 Sportage: 3. Fewer for the Kia Sportage — recall repairs are free, but they cost you time.
Quick verdict: the Kia Sportage leads on both long-haul dependability and the driving experience — the main reason to pick the Tucson instead is price or personal preference on styling and brand.
Fuel estimates assume 15,000 miles/year at $3.50/gal. Recall counts from NHTSA at page build time. Scores are Carivo's editorial assessment informed by NHTSA, EPA, and manufacturer data — how we score →
