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2026 Hyundai Tucson vs 2026 Kia Sportage

Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.

Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026

2026 Hyundai Tucson

$40,8615-year total · $681/mo

Price: $37,524 · 30 MPG
Depreciation: $19,510 · Fuel: $7,000
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Kia Sportage

$39,0625-year total · $651/mo

Price: $35,323 · 27 MPG
Depreciation: $17,065 · Fuel: $7,778
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Kia Sportage costs $1,800 less to own over 5 years in this comparison — a difference of $30/month.

Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($2,445 higher for the Hyundai Tucson) and fuel/energy ($778 lower for the Hyundai Tucson).

After 5 years, the Hyundai Tucson keeps about 48% of its value and the Kia Sportage about 52%.

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