Vehicle comparison
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid vs Kia Sportage Hybrid
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Kia Sportage Hybrid wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Kia Sportage Hybrid costs about $963 per year, roughly $127 less than the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. Over 5 years, that's about $633 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | Kia Sportage Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Type | HYBRID | HYBRID |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 38 | 42 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 38 | 44 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 38 | 43 |
| Tank / Battery | 13.7 gal | 13.7 gal |
| Energy cost | $3.45/gal | $3.45/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.091 | $0.080 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Hyundai Tucson Hybrid | Kia Sportage Hybrid | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $726/yr · $61/mo | $642/yr · $53/mo | $84 (Kia Sportage Hybrid) |
| 12,000 | $1089/yr · $91/mo | $963/yr · $80/mo | $127 (Kia Sportage Hybrid) |
| 15,000 | $1362/yr · $113/mo | $1203/yr · $100/mo | $158 (Kia Sportage Hybrid) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Kia Sportage Hybrid
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Kia Sportage HybridBest for road trips
Kia Sportage Hybrid
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Kia Sportage HybridBest for families
Kia Sportage Hybrid
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Kia Sportage HybridBest for lowest running cost
Kia Sportage Hybrid
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Kia Sportage HybridHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid or Kia Sportage Hybrid?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Kia Sportage Hybrid costs about $963 per year vs $1089 for the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid — roughly $127 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Kia Sportage Hybrid?
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is rated around 38 combined MPG versus 43 MPG for the Kia Sportage Hybrid. Highway figures are 38 vs 44.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $5447 for the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and $4814 for the Kia Sportage Hybrid, a difference of roughly $633.
Is the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid or Kia Sportage Hybrid better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Kia Sportage Hybrid wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Kia Sportage Hybrid is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.