Hyundai and Kia plan to sell a total of 11 000 units in 2005 (4 000 Sportages and 7 000 Tucsons). From what I have seen on the roads over the last month or so, I would say that they are well on their way to delivering their full allocation.
To conclude, I feel that the Kia is more refined and better appointed thanthe Tucson. It seems as though it is the more business-like of the two. Whichever tickles your fancy is the one you should go for. Long term reliability is a question mark, however both engines are generally trouble free. I sincerely believe that a test-drive is in order. You just might be pleasantly surprised.
Good stuff:
Bang for the $$
Dynamic chassis
4x4 AWD 4 cylinder 5-speed
Not so good stuff:
Fuel consumption
Grey or beige interiors
Soft cloth seats (Tucson)
To conclude, I feel that the Kia is more refined and better appointed thanthe Tucson. It seems as though it is the more business-like of the two. Whichever tickles your fancy is the one you should go for. Long term reliability is a question mark, however both engines are generally trouble free. I sincerely believe that a test-drive is in order. You just might be pleasantly surprised.
Good stuff:
Bang for the $$
Dynamic chassis
4x4 AWD 4 cylinder 5-speed
Not so good stuff:
Fuel consumption
Grey or beige interiors
Soft cloth seats (Tucson)
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