Many Anniston, AL drivers are turning to hybrid SUVs because they're fuel-efficient, fun to drive, and loaded with handy tech features. The new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is one of the top compact hybrid SUVs on the market, with sleek exterior styling and a clean, elegant cabin. The new Kia Sportage Hybrid is a similar-sized SUV, but it can't match the Tucson Hybrid for overall quality. At Cooper Hyundai, we want everyone to be armed with the information they need to buy the right SUV, so we created the following comparison to help with your decision.
Engine Power
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid's turbocharged 231-horsepower hybrid powertrain provides plenty of zip for passing other vehicles on the highways around Birmingham. Its six-speed automatic transmission delivers timely shifts, and the powertrain transitions smoothly between all-electric and gas power. The Kia Sportage Hybrid's system produces 227 horsepower, slightly less than the Tucson Hybrid.
All-Wheel Drive
All-wheel drive is helpful for traversing gravelly or muddy backroads near Oxford. The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid comes standard with all-wheel drive, enabling it to get stronger traction in challenging Gadsen road conditions. The Kia Sportage Hybrid comes standard with front-wheel drive, though all-wheel drive is available at additional cost.
Standard Technology
Both the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and the Kia Sportage Hybrid have feature-rich interiors, but the Tucson Hybrid has more standard amenities. It comes equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, compared to the wired connection for the Sportage Hybrid. Pell City drivers will appreciate the convenience of proximity keyless entry with push-button start, which is standard in the Tucson Hybrid but optional in the Sportage Hybrid.
Test Drive a New Tucson Hybrid at Cooper Hyundai
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid even has a smoother, more refined ride, a larger cargo hold, and a more natural-feeling available Highway Driving Assist system than the Sportage Hybrid. At Cooper Hyundai, we have a wide selection of Tucson Hybrid trims at our dealership near Jacksonville. Come see us and test drive one today.
