The Hyundai Tucson is available in eight colors, mostly in the classic black to white spectrum with a couple blue and red options mixed in. The Kia Sportage, on the other hand, has up to 14 paint options with the same color story as the Tucson.

However, the Kia introduces Jungle Green, a muted palm green that catches the light with ease. On top of this unique color, the Sportage is also available with dual-color options. That means you can choose a Sportage in Glacial White Pearl, Wolf Gray, or Jungle Green with a black roof instead!

The Tucson goes without a similar paint story.

The Kia Sportage’s interior can also be more colorful than the Hyundai Tucson’s. Both models are available with black and gray upholstery to deliver a sophisticated feel. However, you can also opt for quilted Carmine Red and quilted Sage Green upholstery in the Sportage!

These fun colors will set you apart from everyone else, and they’ll leave anyone who joins you in the cabin speechless.

The Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson have matching standard engines, which deliver peppy acceleration and optimal handling. Despite this similarity, the Sportage can tow slightly more than the Tucson:

• Kia Sportage towing capacity: 2,500 lbs.
• Hyundai Tucson towing capacity: 2,000 lbs.

This is plenty of power to hitch a utility trailer, a pop-up camper, an ATV, or a waterski to your ride. However, with 500 extra pounds of pulling power in the Sportage, you can open many new possibilities as to what you can tow.

The Kia’s drivetrain also offers extra traction and stability. Its Active All-Wheel Drive features a center locking differential. Plus, if you’re driving on steep roads, Hill Start Assist Control can help you climb to the top, while Downhill Brake Control enables you to come back down safely.

While the Tucson has its own version of Downhill Brake Control, you’ll want to stick with the Sportage if you’re in need of locking differential capabilities and Hill Start Assist Control.

Both vehicles come with an advanced suite of safety systems ready to help protect you and your passengers from the fast-paced roads around you. For starters, you’ll find brand-specific versions of the following safety features on even the base trims of the 2023 Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson:

With these technologies by your side, you’ll be able to stay out of harm’s way and feel more confident on the road than ever before.

Yes, both the Sportage and the Tucson have Driver Attention Warning. This feature monitors your behavior for drowsy or distracted driving. If detected, it will suggest that you take a break for a while.

The difference? The Kia’s feature includes Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, which alerts the driver when the vehicle ahead begins to move from a standstill position. How’s that for convenient?