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Kia Sportage vs Hyundai Tucson

On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Kia Sportage comes out ahead of the Hyundai Tucson, winning 2 of the 2 categories where the two differ.

MeasureKia SportageHyundai Tucson
Est. value, ~3 years old£20,850 (2023, 27,000 mi)£19,800 (2023, 28,500 mi)
Value kept after 3 years63%63%
Reliability (MOT-derived, /100)80 · wins79
Average mpg4444
Insurance group17 · wins18
Road tax / year£195£195
Typical annual service£230 · wins£235

Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →

Sportage vs Tucson — quick answers

Which is more reliable, the Sportage or the Tucson?

The Kia Sportage scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 80 against the Hyundai Tucson's 79 out of 100.

How much does a used Sportage cost compared with a Tucson?

A roughly three-year-old Kia Sportage is worth about £20,850 at typical mileage, against about £19,800 for the equivalent Hyundai Tucson.

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