Hyundai
Hyundai Tucson
Rs. 1.12 Cr
starting price
VS
KIA
KIA Sportage
Rs. 89.0 Lakh
starting price
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Hyundai Tucson | KIA Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Rs. 1.12 Cr | Rs. 89.0 Lakh |
| Engine | 2.0L Naturally Aspirated / 1.6L Turbo | 2.0L Naturally Aspirated / 1.6L Turbo |
| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | 153 hp |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-speed | Automatic 6-speed |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Avg — City | 10 km/l | 10 km/l |
| Fuel Avg — Highway | 13 km/l | 13 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 181 mm | 182 mm |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Body Type | suv | suv |
Ratings Comparison
Hyundai Tucson
🏙️ City Driving⭐⭐⭐
🛣️ Highway⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
👨👩👧 Family Use⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Maintenance Cost⭐⭐
📈 Resale Value⭐⭐⭐
❄️ AC Performance⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
KIA Sportage
🏙️ City Driving⭐⭐⭐⭐
🛣️ Highway⭐⭐⭐⭐
👨👩👧 Family Use⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Maintenance Cost⭐⭐
📈 Resale Value⭐⭐⭐
❄️ AC Performance⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Pros & Cons
Hyundai Tucson
More refined ride comfort than Sportage — better long-distance feel
Premium interior with better materials than most rivals
Larger wheelbase = more rear legroom
AWD available
Expensive — 1.6T is above 1.1 crore
Service network smaller than Toyota
Resale value still maturing — uncertain long term
2.0L variant not justifying premium over Sportage
KIA Sportage
Best-looking SUV under 90 lakh — stunning 5th-gen design
Most feature-rich in segment — panoramic roof, BOSE audio, 12.3" screens
AWD available unlike most rivals
Turbo 1.6 variant has excellent performance
KIA parts and service more expensive than Toyota
2.0L naturally aspirated feels slow vs turbo rivals
Resale value still below Fortuner but improving
Fuel economy not impressive at this price
All Variants & Prices
Hyundai Tucson
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Hybrid Smart | Rs. 1.12 Cr |
| Hybrid SignatureBest | Rs. 1.22 Cr |
KIA Sportage
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Alpha | Rs. 89.0 Lakh |
| FWD | Rs. 1.05 Cr |
| HEVBest | Rs. 1.13 Cr |
Verdict — Hyundai Tucson
Best premium compact SUV if you want Korean quality above Sportage's level. The 1.6T AWD is a genuinely excellent machine — but budget must exceed 1.1 crore.
Verdict — KIA Sportage
The SUV that offers the most for your money under 90 lakh. Design, technology, and space all beat Toyota and Honda rivals. Accept the higher service costs.
🎯 Which one should you buy?
Hyundai Tucson starts at Rs. 1.12 Cr. KIA Sportage starts at Rs. 89.0 Lakh. KIA Sportage is Rs. 23.2 Lakh cheaper to start. Use our tax calculator to see the full on-road cost difference.