The compact SUV segment is one of the most popular and competitive in the automotive industry, with many excellent options to choose from. Two of the top contenders in this class are the all-new 2024 Hyundai Tucson and the 2024 Kia Sorento. Both of these Korean-made SUVs offer a compelling blend of style, features, and value that makes them stand out from the crowd. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how these two models compare in terms of specs, features, safety, and more to help you decide which one is the best fit for your needs.
Specs and Trims
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sorento both offer a range of engine options and trim levels to suit your preferences and budget. The Tucson comes standard with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, while the Sorento’s base engine is a slightly more powerful 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Both models are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and use an eight-speed automatic transmission.
When it comes to towing capacity, the Sorento has the advantage with a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, compared to the Tucson’s maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.
Both the Tucson and Sorento offer a range of trim levels with varying features and price points. The Tucson’s trim levels include the SE, SEL, XRT, N Line, and Limited, while the Sorento’s trims include the LX, S, EX, SX, and SX Prestige. Higher trims add features such as larger wheels, leather upholstery, premium audio systems, and more advanced safety options.
Features and Dimensions
Although the 2024 Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sorento are both spacious and well-equipped compact SUVs, there are some differences between their dimensions and features. The Tucson is slightly smaller overall, measuring 182.3 inches long, 73.4 inches wide, and 65.6 inches tall, compared to the Sorento’s length of 189.4 inches, width of 74.8 inches, and height of 66.7 inches.
Despite its smaller size, the Tucson actually offers more cargo space than the Sorento, with 38.7 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats and 74.8 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down, compared to the Sorento’s 12.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 75.5 cubic feet with the seats folded flat. The Sorento offers more passenger space, particularly in the second row, due to its larger overall dimensions.
Both models come standard with cloth upholstery, manual air conditioning, and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Available features on higher trims include leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, a larger 10.25-inch touch screen, a Bose premium audio system, and a panoramic sunroof.
The Tucson and Sorento also offer a range of comfort and convenience features, such as heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless phone charging, and a hands-free power liftgate. The Sorento has an available 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while the Tucson offers a 10.25-inch digital gauge cluster.
Safety and Tech
Safety is a top priority for both Hyundai and Kia, and the 2024 Tucson and Sorento come standard with a range of advanced driver-assistance features. These include forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, driver attention monitoring, and a rearview camera. Available features on higher trims include blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and a surround-view camera system.
The Tucson has an available blind-spot monitor that displays a live video feed of the vehicle’s blind spots in the instrument cluster when the turn signal is activated. The Sorento offers an available blind-spot collision avoidance assist system that can automatically apply the brakes to prevent an accident when changing lanes.
In addition to safety features, the Tucson and Sorento offer a range of user-friendly tech features. Both models have an available wireless phone charger, multiple USB ports, and a 110-volt power outlet. The Tucson also offers an available Hyundai Digital Key that allows you to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle using your smartphone.
Pricing and Ownership Costs
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sorento are similarly priced, with the Tucson starting at $29,650 for the base SE trim and the Sorento starting at $31,990 for the base LX trim.
The Tucson has an advantage in long-term ownership costs, with a lower True Cost to Own of $37,106 over five years, compared to the Sorento’s True Cost to Own of $48,075. The Tucson also has a lower average cost per mile of $0.49 compared to the Sorento’s of $0.64.
Engine Performance and Fuel Efficiency
The 2024 Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sorento both offer a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but there are some differences in their performance and fuel efficiency. The Tucson’s engine produces 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, while the Sorento’s engine produces 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Both models use an eight-speed automatic transmission and offer front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The Tucson has an advantage in fuel efficiency, with EPA ratings of 25 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg combined for the front-wheel drive model, compared to the Sorento’s ratings of 23 mpg in the city, 31 mpg on the highway, and 26 mpg combined for the front-wheel drive model. The Tucson also has a smaller fuel tank at 14.3 gallons, compared to the Sorento’s 17.7-gallon tank.
Test-Drive the 2024 Hyundai Tucson
If you’re considering a new compact SUV, the 2024 Hyundai Tucson is definitely worth considering. With its stylish design, spacious interior, advanced safety features, and user-friendly tech, the Tucson offers a compelling package that’s hard to beat. With a starting price of just $29,650, it also offers excellent value.
Visit us at Huffines Hyundai Plano today and experience the 2024 Hyundai Tucson for yourself. We’re conveniently located in Plano, Texas, and are open six days a week. You can also browse our inventory online and schedule a test drive from the comfort of your home.