2025 Kia
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 38 - 42 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 38 - 44 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | 65.3 - 73.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 184 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 186.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 72.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sportage Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Dimensions
The Kia Sportage Hybrid is a little wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Kia Sportage Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Tiguan, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sportage Hybrid as you will in the Volkswagen Tiguan.