Head to head · SUV
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.
| Measure | Kia Sportage | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £20,850 (2023, 27,000 mi) | £19,800 (2023, 28,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 63% | 63% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 80 · wins | 79 |
| Average mpg | 44 | 44 |
| Insurance group | 17 · wins | 18 |
| 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.