What to choose: Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage? Comparison of Hyundai Tussan and Kia Sportyj - Crossovers - Brothers Comparison Tussan Sportage

Hyundai Tussan I. Kia Sportyj. - single-palfamine cars related to, have optional all-wheel drive transmissions and big choice Engines, spacious salons and recognizable exteriors, corresponding to corporate designs of Hyundai and Kia brands, respectively. These are family machines that are adapted to urban operating conditions. On the off-road drivers of both cars should be careful because of the clearance - 182 mm, small angles of the congress and entry, a meager arsenal of off-road technologies.

In search of the differences between Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. Comparison of 2 medium-sized urban crossovers

New Sportage - Bold Designer Product. The crossover is at the stage below compared to the larger and expensive car Sorento and his luxury version Sorento Prime.. According to the statements of the South Korean manufacturer, the new Sportage focuses on young and energetic drivers, valued cars for individuality.

New Tucson - restyling last year's car IX35 without technical differences. The company's management returned the car for the same name. Located in B. model row Hyundai brands between compact budget crossover Creta. and a full-sized SANTA FE SUV. The latter is offered in the grand premium.

Video: Hyundai Tussan 2016 Test Drive (Hyundai Tucson 2016). What is he good, and what is not very?

Platform

Developed on a modular architecture from a passenger car Elantra. Platform for medium-sized crossovers Seriously updated, but the cars did not receive real off-road qualities. This is evidenced by a small clearance and a plug-in full drive system without a complete reduction transmission.

Specifications and selection of PPC

Hyundai car is sold with 3 force aggregates to choose from. Junior Engine B. motor gamme It is a 149-strong 2-liter "atmospheric" of the NU family. Factory notation - G4NE. A familiar engine that has proven himself in IX35. It has modern DOHC, MPI systems and others. The cylinder and cylinder block are made of lung material - aluminum. Develops 192 units of torque for 4 thousand revolutions per minute.

The second technical characteristics - the turbocharged T-GDI volume of 1.6 liters belonging to the Gamma family. Gives 177. horse power and 265 nm. Like the younger motor, corresponds to the fifth grade of ecology (Euro-5).

The most expensive and fast versions of Tucson are equipped with diesel 185-strong D4HA engines with 4 cylinders. Volume - 1995 cm3. Have the highest torque among the rest - 400 nm.

For buyers are offered 3 gearboxes to choose from. With a turbocharged 1.6 only 7-speed robotic gearbox, and a 2-liter D4HA is a 6-speed "automatic". For a junior motor in the ruler, the standard 6-manar transmission or automatic transmission 6 speeds.

Car-competitor brands Kia. He received the same motor gamut consisting of three 16-valve engines. Power units with the same technical specifications and are equipped with the same gear shift boxes. The top version of the Sportage is a 2-liter diesel + 6-speed "automatic".

Due to the same engines, the gearbox and minimum differences in the operational mass should not choose between Sportage and Tucson, focusing on the specifications. Cars have the same acceleration rates up to 100 km / h, maximum speed and fuel consumption.

Video: Kia Sportage 2016 Test Drive Offroad / Kia Sports 2016 Review. Igor Burtsev

On all-wheel drive transmission

In South Korean crossops installed a full drive system called AWD Dynamax, which is characterized by technological, controls a large amount of information using the CAN bus, including the angle of turning the wheel, the speed of the traffic canvase, the degree of acceleration. The principle of operation is the pressure of the pressure due to the electroproma of the gerotrope. As a result of this process, the coupling occurs.

The AWD system was developed by the Austrian company Magna Steyr. When creating a system of 4x4, the manufacturer has focused on its resistance to temperature loads arising from clutch slippage. However, in practice, it is better not to experiment with all-wheel drive transmissions and not expose it to serious tests. This applies to all-wheel drive crossovers with a 7-band "robot" with double grip.

Appearance

The exterior is the main criterion for choosing between mischievous and eccentric Sportage and adult and official business Tucson.

Both cars have their own designer features. However, Tussan looks like a holistic and finished product corresponding to the corporate stamp style. The restyled version of the IX35 has direct references and to more affordable Creta, and to the road Santa Fe. Recognizable features in front: branded radiator grille and head optics.

Sportage looks bold, defiantly, has sports features, which is especially striking in the GT Line version.

During the restyling, Kia designers decided on a brave experiment, "Having played" with the front of the car. They installed the headlights on the hood, "blurred" the air intake. Someone this crossover began to resemble the increasing Picanto, and someone compares Sportage with Nissan Juke.

Salon

The internal decoration of cars also has a lot in common, but there are also differences. Hyundai has a slightly stricter salon. From the main flaws: outdated blue lights (KIA has a brighter and rich red) and finishing of the top panel of rigid plastic. But in Tucson a full-fledged screen for controlling the climate system. The compatriot with his tasks copes the monitor of the multimedia complex.

Kia looks sports and youth due to the "beveled" design of the steering wheel, the asymmetric console and the leather selector finish on the Audi manner.

Video: 2016 Hyundai Tucson Comfort 2.0 AT 4WD. Review (interior, exterior, engine).

Prices and equipment

Hyundai brand machine is available in 3 sets: Comfort, Travel and Prime. Car brand Kia is offered on russian market In 5 versions - from the staffing Classic to the most expensive Premium. The basic price for crossovers is 1,267 and 1,506 thousand rubles for Sportage and Tucson, respectively. The main difference lies in the absence of Hyundai Tussan the monotrifer version of the machine with a 150-liter engine and "mechanics".

In both basic versions of equipment, front and front side airbags, electric power steering, air conditioning, audio system with 6 columns, multifunctional steering wheel, a large number of electronic helpers and assistants are available.

Table 1. Comparison of the main characteristics of crossovers Kia Sportage. and Hyundai Tucson.

What is better to buy?

Cars are similar in the technical plan, which is clearly demonstrated in the comparative table. Do not fall behind each other in the interior decoration, the availability of options and a large number of road assistants. Engines, gearbox, suspension, all-wheel drive transmission - the same and do not give a tangible difference on the road. That is why when choosing between Tussan and Sportyj, pay attention to the appearance of urban crossovers and acquire that Korean, who has more liked.

Today I want to compare two practically the same in the technical plan of the crossover, which are produced by one company. I want to understand what is better: Hyundai Tussan or Kia Sportyj.

In general, I personally do not quite understand the promise to produce two identical vehicles in its characteristics, the only difference of which will be the appearance and brand. They will be competitors to each other. All the same, the total profit will not be more from this, because Money from their sales will go to one pocket. Would it be more logical to let the money from the development of a second model for improving the first? Or do I not understand something?

In general, today is not about it - just thoughts out loud. Since the cars are created, we will make a comparison.

Official Hyundai dealers offer their customers Tucson at a price of 1 million 399 thousand rubles. Sportage in Kia salons costs from 1 million 124 thousand 900 rubles, i.e. A little cheaper. But this is due to a special offer, which includes a discount on trade-in program and autumn bonus. If you have nothing to offer in return for a new car, then its value will begin with 1 million 304 thousand 900 rubles. It turns out, Sportyj is cheaper than Tussan, roughly speaking, slightly more than on the "bucks". This is how immediately, from a room in a quarry, a compact cross from Kia earns a score and opens an account: 0-1 in his favor.

It is strange that two identical cars stand in different ways. It was even interesting, for which we overpay in the case of Tuxon. Well, let's try to figure it out.

Exterior

Dimensions

The length of the compared cars is the same and amounts to 4.48 m. The Hyundai Tucson width is 1.85 m, and KIA Sportage - 1.855 m. The height is also almost the same: 1.655 m at the first and 1.645 second. Almost the same dimensions.

Length of the wheelbase of models, as well as their ground clearance (according to official dealers) Also the same: 2.67 m and 18.2 cm, respectively. But the test for determining the actual magnitude of the clearance showed the superiority of Sportija over Tussan.

In general, the design of crossover bodies is identical almost completely, so the winner can not be here.

Appearance

Appearance Kia Sportyj 2017 A little thought. At least - to me. The design is interesting, in itself, there is no dispute. And unusual. There are some problems with the harmoniousness of individual details. But, nevertheless, he is quite original, although they compare it with the creations from Porsche. In the stream, it is not lost - this is certain.

Hyundai Tussan 2017 Exterior Design 2017, in my opinion, turned out to be more sophisticated. I like it more. If the model from Kia "smacks" brutality, then from Hyundai - ease and rapidness.

Even the chrome radiator grille emphasizes this image. Here it looks very harmonious, which you can not say, for example, about the new Solaris. In general, the appearance of the latest generations of crossovers of this brand is very pleased with me, you yourself want to acquire them.

And remember what these cars looked before. For example, Kia Sportage 2008 and Hyundai Tussan 2008:

It is almost the same externally car. The fantasy of designers clearly rested in the ceiling, the flight of thoughts was something limited. Otherwise, how to understand the release of similar on the design of cars under different brands belonging to one company?

In general, if you give someone a score for appearance, I would stop at Hyundai Tuxon last generation. The account comes with: 1-1.

Interior

Let's see if the interiors are different from the twins: compare the design, the quality of the materials used in the finishing of their salons, as well as ergonomics.

Design

About design interior Kia. Sportyj 2018 I have already spoken many times (see links at the end of the article). Briefly can be said as follows: brutality and conciseness. When looking at the central console, nothing causes stormy emotions. Everything is extremely clear and, at first glance, functionally. Laconic severity of the end of the nineties.

By the way, this approach is impressed. All in their places, nothing annoys. In addition, perhaps, the Central Monitor "With Ears".

In Kia Sportage, the interior also did not interfere with lines and forms, but he was, in my opinion, too rustic.

The interior of the opponent was updated. Now Hyundai Tussan 2018 can boast a huge monitor over the central panel.

Previously, for example, Dorestyl Tukson 2017, he was located in the console itself, significantly lower.

Now the model should have arisen a recent trend. Someone will like, someone - no. In principle, this is a matter of taste - as well as the rest associated with the design.

What to choose from them is everyone's business. Personally, it is difficult for me to allocate someone, give preference. And in that, and the other in the interior design there is something that may like. Therefore, the score does not change yet.

Quality Materials

Sitting B. salon Kia. Sportage 2016. model year, Feel a real kindness. No showing gloss. In the interior there is a lot of soft quality plastic. Something even decorated with a large line, hinting at what you are sitting in an expensive car.

Salon Hyundai Tucson 2016 does not cause so many positive emotions as the interior of the opponent.

The materials used to finish the cabin seems to be the same quality. But the feeling of what you did not in vain gave your money - no. And it is regrettable, because It is not clear to me then for which we overpay at least a thousand "evergreens" rubles.

The new Tussan calms down a little - here is the natural tightness of the central console with leather in the contrast to imitation in the new sporty.

But still, according to the quality of materials and the sensible sensation, I like the car from Kia. She gets a score. Account 1-2.

Ergonomics

Ergonomics of the front places at the height of what is in the first that in the second case. It is convenient to accommodate in Tussan, and in Sportyja. Places for legs enough and there, and there. As well as spaces above the head of even the tall people.

Places for the feet of the rear passengers is also enough in both cars. An interesting feature that has become a trend for inexpensive crossovers recently: changing angle of tilt back of the rear sofa.

That's really, on long journeys, the thing is very pleasant. So, she is, as you probably guessed, and in Sportage, and in Tucson.

Again, the old generations of the Korean company, Tussan 1 and Sportage, are remembered. As far as then they were "Korean" in their essence. Pretty premium-China. No species nor great. Simple salons with a minimum of chips. But in almost all trim, Sportage 2009, for example, also, as was now there was a mechanism for tilting the back of the rear sofa. Cool, I think.

In general, on ergonomics there are no complaints from anyone. The bill is still kept unchanged.

Trunk.

It is quite logical that with the same size of the bodies, height and wheelbase, internal dimensions, in the number, and the size of the trunk will also be the same. So, Hyundai Tussan 2016 trunk has a volume of 488 l., And with a folded rear sofa - 1478 liters. Kia Sportyj 2016 trunk, respectively, 491 liters. and 1480 liters

Very good news for those who love to travel and spend the night in the car. Both cars in the folding of the rear sofa are formed almost smooth floor. Now nothing will interfere with it is convenient to sleep or carry large-sized things.

Coloring in both cases are used full-sized.

Somehow it became boring. All the same. The account does not change. Let me remind you, it's 1-2 in favor of Kia Sportage 2017.

Specifications

Technical characteristics of KIA Sportage 4 generation, as well as Hyundai Tussan 3 generations, as it is found, have become much better. Technically machines are practically identical. Same motors, the same transmission. The only difference is in the equipment for diesel engines: Kia puts the 6-speed "automatic", and Hyundai - 8-speed automatic box Transmissions. For convenience, we will reduce the data in the table:

In my opinion, in this category it is also difficult to compare something and define the winner. But we can compare the characteristics of new products with the characteristics of old generations, for example, with KIA Sportage II and Hyundai Tucson I. At that time, a two-liter "atmospheric" issued 141 hp. In the case of KIA and 140 hp In the case of Hyundai. Instead of a 177-strong 1.6-liter turbogue, an atmospheric 2.7-liter power unit developing 175 hp At Sportage and 173 hp in Tusvan. The two-liter turbodiesel was not given 185 hp, as now, and only 140. In general, progress, which is called, is evident. Although not particularly noticeable - in the case of a two-liter gasoline engine. Some +9 hp For 10 years. Not thick, I think.

Challenges

Whatever enough, but the setting of pendants from the cars is different. Sports of the last generation is robing softer than Tukson 2016. And in the test drive at KIA there were 19-inch wheels with rubber more low profile (What is natural), and Hyundai - 17-inch. Finally, we found distinctive features? It looks like that.

New Tussan more hard manages pits, especially with sharp edges. Perhaps this is due to the fact that different shock absorbers are used in models.

In general, both cars are worthy of themselves on the road. But for more proper setting For our conditions, I give the point in the sport. Account 1-3.

The steering in both is quite easy and informative and, thus, the controllability is predictable. By and large, here is equally, and the account does not change.

On the road, cars behave almost equally. And how else is the chassis one. Conclusion General: This is definitely not SUVs. Intellectual assistants are clearly not so good as in German and japanese competitors.

With a diagonal hanging of two wheels, the electronics does not work, posted wheels continue to rotate, instead of braking and transmit torque to loaded wheels. Also in the sand, the transmission does not cope with the load, overheats and "magnitude" stop for a while, for cooling. Evaluation of both is bad. With regard to overcoming off-road Masha, there was not far from their ancestors. Similar results, for example, at one time showed Kia Sportage 2008. But the bill remains the same.

conclusions

To see the distinction of twins can only mother. The rest can only only guess. In the case of comparison, almost 100% of cars are very difficult to understand what each of them is better than the other. But with Hyundai Tussan and Kia Sportage, I think we did.

The main difference in except for the design of the exterior and the interior was the configuration of their suspensions and cost. And if the design is a matter of taste, then the price and suspension are things that, most often, have an objective assessment. And Sportage came out here by the winner: it is cheaper and has a more "correct" suspension.

At the beginning of the 90s, a hard deficit of good crossovers was felt. The situation decided to fix the South Korean giant Kia Motors, who released his legendary model Sportage. It took place in 1992, and the car did not at all felt competition until 2004, when the new company's official company - Hyundai presented its development Tussan.

It is worth noting that the intense struggle of two models continues to today. And in this article we will try to compare Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tussan, after which everyone can determine what better Hyundai. Tucson 2016 or Kia Sportage 2017.

As mentioned above, the mass production Sportage started in the fall of 1992, and after 6 months the car appeared in the sales market. Interestingly, at first the crossover was going to the German branch of Kia, and only in 1998 the production processes were fully moved to enterprises South Korea. The second generation was presented in 2004 at the Paris Motor Show. It is worth noting that if earlier the car corresponded to all the characteristics of the SUV, now it was the real dynamic crossover.

After several restyings, in 2010 the Sportage of third generation appeared. By the way, this modification was recognized as the best car of the year in Slovakia, and received a premium for best Design. And now, in 2015, Sportage sales sales started 4. Interestingly, this version was also awarded award for their chic design.

Situation with Tussan is a bit different. The car appeared in the public only in 2004, when the market was already packed with high-quality crossovers, and the models had to literally walked their place under the sun. If you analyze the sales indicators of the first generation Tussan, it becomes clear that the car it turned out. In 2009, a presentation of the second generation of Tussan took place.

Interestingly, a car was built on the basis of a modular platform, which was used then in the Sportage model. In 2015, a third-generation crossover was introduced in Geneva, who almost immediately began to be supplied to the domestic market.

From the above, it can be concluded that Sportyja boasts a longer career than Tussan, so in this aspect will give the advantage of the "old man."

Appearance

Kia Sportyja has always been distinguished by its dimensions, as well as powerful and aggressive external species. This was especially noticeable in the debut version of the car, which in all parameters came to the class "SUVs". Starting from the second generation, Korean began to decrease and received more smooth and smooth corners. In the following modifications, the crossover began to look modern. Designers began to bet on the combination and relief of the body.

It is very similar to the circumstances and Hyundai Tushan. The first generation of the model was very similar to the second modification Sportage. Next, the developers chose a different vector of development, and the paths of both models were separated. In the exterior of the last modifications of Tussan, the dynamism and aggressiveness can be noted.

When comparing exterior of both cars, it is difficult to give preference to some one of them. Therefore, in this aspect there will be a draw.

Salon

Initially, the interior of Sportage did not boast of high technologicality, and it was definitely impossible to be called the most stylish. But after the company lured to himself leading designers from Europe and the United States, things were noticeably moated. Single strong side The salon of the debut version of the car was its high capacity. Today, the interior of the crossover is a real work of art. Some experts consider it one of the best in the class on this aspect. The main highlight is a successful combination of rigor in design and multifunctionality.

But the Salon Tussan immediately disarmed even the most skeptical critics. First, the developers managed to make it very spacious and comfortable. Secondly, the equipment layout is made so as to maximize the process of managing the driver. The peak of technological and comfort was the Salon Tussan 2015. Designers used the most modern equipment and high-quality materials.

There should no longer have any doubts about who to give palm leader. Of course it is Tussan.

Specifications Kia Sportyj 2017 and Hyundai Tussan 2016

In terms of filling, the situation is also very ambiguous. It seems that the car that is on the market has been boasting a wide range of force aggregates for almost 25 years, but in fact it is not quite so. There are several motors with a volume of 1.6 and 2.0 liters, each of which has several modifications. For example, in the latest versions of Sportage, the rate was made on more economical engines with a smaller volume, and, most interesting, the crossover did not lose at all in the dynamicity.

Coincidence is or not, but Tussan is also equipped with 1.6 and 2.0 liter motors. Analysts argue that in this way developers decided to repeat the successful way of competitor Sportage. Of course, the engines are assembled using different technologies, but their characteristics are very similar.

In the round called "Technical Specifications" again draw.

Prices

Per last version Tussan B. basic configuration It will be necessary to pay 1 505 900 rubles. At first glance, the price may seem illuminated, but list standard equipment Removes all questions: full set Airbugov, modern multimedia system, rear view camera and many more.

But Kia has always differed his loyal price Policy, and asks for Sportage last generation Only 1,094,900 rubles. The most interesting is that the list of basic equipment is almost the same as his competitor.

Pure of the logic of numbers, more attractive in terms of cost is Kia Sportyj 2017.

It took the time when Korean cars were quoted below the Japanese: now the auto industry from the country of morning freshness is mighty the representatives of the country of the rising sun. We were convinced of this when comparing popular KIA Sportage and Nissan Qashqai crossovers

The new Kia Sportage looks very expressive: elegant forms, rapid lines, sports proportions. Some of us, however, it seemed that in some angles he resembles the SUBARU TRIBECA crossover, but in general the car turned out harmonious. However, I. Nissan Qashqai. Looks in a hint. Against the background of Korean, its appearance can be called classic - there is a continuity with the model of the previous generation.

For Sportage in Russia, three power units are offered. Two of them gasoline: 2-liter atmospheric carries 150 hp, the second, 1.6-liter turbocharged, develops 177 "horses". Well, very powerful motor - 185-strong 2 liter turbodiesel. The initial, 150-strong version is available with the front and full drive and 6-speed gearboxes - mechanical and automatic. Diesel modification can only be all-wheel drive and "automat", while the intermediate 177-strong option is equipped with a complete drive and a 7-speed "robot" with two clips. Price ranges for basic configurations - from 1 189 900 to 2,069,900 rubles.

The line of the QASHQAI engines also consists of three units, one of which is turbodiesel. But if for Sportage the most "weak" engine develops 150 hp, then the Japanese crossover has the most powerful version He has under the hood "total" 144 hp This return has a 2-liter gas engine. Even for the Japanese, a 1,2-liter 115-strong gasoline turbo engine and a 1.6-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 130 hp are offered. (Modification with an engine with a volume of 1.2 liters is equipped with only an advanced transmission trans-mission). Gearboxes - 6-speed "mechanics" or stepless variator. The diesel version can only be with the front actuator and the variator, and all four leading clients will find exclusively in a 2-liter modification that is combined only with the variator. Moreover front drive Both types of transmissions are available with this motor. Prices for "base" begin with a mark of 1,099,000 and end at the level of 1,409,000 rubles.

It would seem that points of contact with the opponents are not so much, but we picked up for comparison the closest modifications. So, our KIA Sportage is equipped with a 150-strong engine, full-wheel drive, "machine" and stands in the basic configuration of 1,479,900 rubles. And the test Nissan Qashqai has a capacity of 144 hp under the hood, he has four-wheel drive and variator. There is such a complete set of 1,469,000 rubles.

In pursuit of quality

Recently, we have repeatedly noted that the interiors kia cars For quality, close to the premium segment approached the premium segment. We note this time. The salon is made very high quality and looks truly expensive (even hard materials on the bottom perimeter look great). The top of the front panel of soft plastic with embossed "under the skin" has imitation of the stitching thread. Thanks to the "rectilinear" design, the Sportage Salon seems more spacious in width compared to Qashqai. Ergonomics are familiar. From the disadvantages, we allocate such budget solutions as the automatic mode of the windows only on the driver's door and the backlight not all keys at night (however, the latter can be seen from a Japanese competitor).

Finishing materials in Nissan Qashqai are as good as the Korean, and the design is not so strict. The landing behind the wheel of the Japanese crossover is higher, and it is felt even higher due to the low front panel. In KIA, on the contrary, it seems that you sit very deeply, because the front panel is high. The landing geometry is not bad in both of both, but some of us did not have enough adjustment of the steering column on flights, it concerns the Japanese and Korean car. And again be poisoned crossovers for budget solutions - both have no right settings front seats Height. Nissan, moreover, the tilt of the back has a stepped adjustment, while Korean is stepless. But we liked the seats themselves more in Qashqai, although Sportage for the convenience of landing there is no complaints.

Kia Wheeler Base exceeds the base of the Japanese crossover by 24 mm, and about the same in the Korean car more space for the feet of the rear passengers. However, it is spacious in both - not either in the legs, nor in shoulders. But in height in the leaders again "Korean" - in it above the head of space more centimeters for five. Form of the sofas in both are good: each of the crossovers offers comfortable central armrests with cup holders and ventilation system deflectors between the front seats. But in KIA, the backrest of the seats can also be adjusted along the angle of inclination, and in fairly wide limits. And back rear passengers Sportage offers a USB connector and a socket.

Luggage compartment W. korean crossover Also in bulk, visually even it seems that the difference is not 36 liters, as passport data is said, but much more. Although there is enough space in Nissan. When folding the backs of the rear sofa, both are smooth floor, and in the underground and at Qashqai, and Sportage is located on a full-size spare wheel.

Sports inclinations

Engine Kia. develops at 6 hp More than the opponent, but all spoils the inhibited 6-band "automatic". And the reaction to the pressing of the accelerator pedal from the car "Sleepy" - acceptable dynamics can be achieved only in the "sports" mode: then the fuel failures are minimized, although they do not disappear to the end, and the "automatic" holds low transmissions, allowing the engine to spin to High revolutions. True, the engine starts loudly on the "vertices" and not particularly melodiously sound.

The Japanese crossover, equipped with a stepless variator, even in the "eco-friendly" mode is more dynamic than "Korean" in "sports". And if the "Eco" mode is disabled, Qashqai begins to be perceived very alive. The reactions to "Gas" is linear - no stamina is observed. The engine at high speeds sufficiently quiet. And the variator works fine. With a calm ride, the tachometer arrow "hangs" on optimal turnover, and with an energetic acceleration, the transmission imitates the gear shift and makes it very believable.

Brakes in both opponents are adequately configured. No slowdown problems arise, although someone from the editorial board of the brake pedal at the Korean crossover seemed more informative.

The same applies to the settings of the steering wheel. The Baranka at KIA is rather sharp, performs 2.75 turns from the stop until it stops and has a rich reactive effect. Accuracy, speed of reactions and informativeness at height - the sensation when driving "Korean" is practically passenger. On his background, the "Japanese" responds to the control actions a little slower, its steering wheel makes exactly three turns from the stop until it stops. The reactive action is also high enough, but the feedback is not as good as a competitor. However, there are no serious complaints here, just at the Sportage Branca is a little better.

On the motorway both cars behave consistently even at high speed, but Nissan feels barely stronger. We will write onto wide 19-inch wheels. The Korean crossover has 17-inch discs with a narrower and high-profile rubber, so that he behaves perfectly in a row. It would seem that kia wheels Must lose the Japanese opponent on a winding track, but nothing like that. Even in the sharp turns, he behaves exactly and assembled, demonstrating almost sports habits. On the other hand, Nissan is stoitically held in turns. In principle, on the manageability between our competitors, you can put the sign of equality, however, Korean is felt more natural due to the best steering settings.

I remember, we scolded Nissan Qashqai previous generation for the "rattling" suspension, which began to work slightly after restyling, but until the end of outside sounds did not cure. The model of the new generation sins the same disadvantage, although even less pronounced. Because of this, when driving on the car there is a feeling that in the chassis is not all right. Otherwise, with urban ride on the asphalt "Middle Parsiveness", the crossover behaves quite assembled, although irregularities passes harshly.

Korean car Also soft ride is no different. His suspension, like the opponent, regularly transfers all the seams and coating cracks into the salon, but unlike a competitor makes it much quieter, which is why the overall feeling of comfort is higher. And on a broken primer, Sportage allows you to move markedly faster than Qashqai, because the "Japanese" is significantly inferior to him in energy intensity: the crossover from Kia is perfectly holding a blow, while the Nissan model periodically gets hard tributes.

Noise isolation at a fairly high level in both competitors. At the same time, in each of them at high speed "solorate" tires, so that everything depends on the selection of the brand and the model of the tires.

Perhaps, according to the results of the test, just more points we are ready to give new Kia. Sportage. From its disadvantages, we note not particularly successful settings of the motor and gearbox, while it is not much more than the other parameters, but replays a competitor. However, Nissan Qashqai has always been and remains very good carAnd the settings of its engine and the variator can be taken for the standard in the class. He would slightly modify the suspension, and the reactive action of the steering control is more natural. And then Sportage will already be in catching up.

Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDI. Price: From 1 720 900 p. On sale: since 2015

Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDI. Price: From 1 819 900 p. On sale: since 2016

Whatever the outstanding characteristics, small and middle class crossovers are chosen mainly not with a heart, but we mean a wallet. The buyer is ready to close his eyes on a lot, wanting, as he was heard, to get a "lot of car for a little money" - of course, subject to an acceptable level of quality. In this regard, the Korean auto industry at the beginning of the two thousandths seriously succeeded, firmly stamped by significant market share in many countries of the world. Previous iX35 / Tucson and Sportage No exception: at the price of Japanese competitors, cars provided a greater optional and sometimes not inferior in terms of reliability of power units. Sales results of this confirmation: crossovers consistently entered the top five most sought-after in its class.

When creating new generations of Korean bestsellers to the above-mentioned advantages, the creators decided to add something to them, in the opinion of the owners, so lacked, that is, to increase comfort and individuality. With what, and with this at Sportage full order: This SUV is unlikely to get lost in the crowd. Disputes about his appearance are carried out to this day, despite the fact that the Russian premiere took place at the beginning of the year. Someone he resembles Porsche Cayenne, someone - swollen Kia Picanto.. As for me, then the appearance of Sportage still lacks the harmony, which was inherent in the last model: now the most, perhaps, cute in the class of feed conflict with frozen horror grimace (or delight?) The physiognomy. But brightly and throw. Someone will definitely be like that, and after a while, I am sure to love many. I am glad that inside Kia immediately has to myself, providing one of the most successful interiors in its class: stylish, functionally, efficiently. Here, in my opinion, the Koreans surpassed themselves.

Difference dashboards - in the backlight color (in KIA - red arrows and white backlight, in Hyundai - blue tones) and the location of the central displays

"Tusan" is different. So you can not say that the designs of cars by and large are identical. And those who are more important than the organic of forms, Hyundai will have more soul. Finally, too, fristed Asian design gave way to a more advanced new corporate style with soft and harmonious forms. But the interior is here, on the contrary, I liked less than in KIA: if in "Sportyhead" there were almost revolutionary qualitative changes, the interior of Tusan is only the evolution of previous ideologies. Fasten here, by the way, especially and nothing: the interior fully corresponds to the class and even the price of the car. But this is the feeling of quality and "breeding, which gives opponent, there is no. It is clear that the Sportage with a diesel 2-liter motor and a machine gun went to us in the richest set of GT-Line Premium, which is estimated at 2,099,900 r., And Tucson with the same engine - in the TRAVEL version for 1 910 900 p. However, more accessible versions of Kia look as great.

As for the landing behind the wheel - and this is one of the most important qualities for me in the car - crossovers with each other similar and almost do not cause complaints. Sitting has become much more convenient than in the SUV of past generations, mainly due to an increase in the ranges of adjustments of chairs and steering columns. Separately, I want to praise the Koreans for competently connoissed push-button blocks on the central console, one of the most convenient in the class "Multi-muli" and adequate work by the media system. That's just why only the driver's door windows are still automated on such modern cars? To Hyundai there is a couple of individual comments: yes, all the same nice blue illumination of everything and everything, as well as too recessed in the panel of the tape recorder, for which it is impossible to grasp normally.

Rear places, however, almost do not differ: in both cars, the seat backs are adjustable along the angle of inclination (it has been increased from 28 to 37 degrees), there and there is an armrest with cup holders, and the rich Sportage options offers a chic panoramic roof with a shifting section (in top-end sets This option is also Hyundai), a separate cigarette lighter socket and a USB connector. In the trunk of the differences with the unarmed eye, not to find: Sportage compartment on a passport for 22 liters less and, again, due to the rich configuration, has an electric drive rear door. It works, by the way, fine: for its automatic unlocking it is enough to approach her without any hand and legs there. Russian buyers should also appreciate the presence of full-size stores from both cars on cast discs.

Under the floor, both crossovers are hidden full-size spare parts. For convenience - parity, although Kia's luggage compartment for 22 liters modest: 488 against 466 liters

Complete set GT-Line, which is 50 000 r. More expensive versions of Premium, wears a purely stylistic character: other bumpers, LED "four-barrel" fog, split exhaust and matte chrome on the body. In the cabin is also just a little bit: truncated on a sports manner of chore steering wheel (not always comfortable, by the way, option), metal lining on pedals, other leather seat upholstery. Here, in fact, everything. And if the European execution Sportage GT-Line will really differ in motion (reduced clearance, more squeezed suspension and more acute steering Due to the different circuit of the electric powerful), then our differences - only in statics. That is why I do not see much sense to overpay for such a complete set: KIA and without these decorations enough aggression and charisma.

But the differences in behavior between crossovers are still observed. This is partly due to different types of wheels: the 19-inch Continental ContiSportContact 5 (245 / 45R19) are at KIA, and on Tusan - more highly and less "high-speed" Hankook Ventus Prime 2 (225 / 60R17). Thanks to this, Sportage confidently keeps in turns, clearly reacts to the turns of the steering wheel, but more is inclined to flare in the rods and minor coating roughness is tougher. However, there are other differences that do not touch the shoes.

Both cars fell to us with the best, in my opinion, for this lineup of power units: 185-strong turbo diesel engines and 6-speed automata. Lovely, I tell you, tandem! It is a pity that, by virtue of the high costs on such versions, there is a meager sales. What KIA is that Hyundai provides almost groove acceleration with an effective burden starting from the lowest. At the same time, there is no need to pamper frequent visits. Filling stations: I did not go beyond 9.5 l / 100 km from the mixed rhythm. Compared to the past generation, the Turbodiesel and ACP and the automatic activation union became more "noble": the switching began to softer and more accurately, the acceleration is more than and more vigorous, and vibrations and sound almost intangible. In Sport mode, as expected, crossovers are becoming more alive, only at work ACP this mode, in my opinion, does little affect: yes, the reaction to gas is sharpened, but lower transmission (if not to draw an accelerator in the kykdown) the box to join no Hurry up.

The keys on the central tunnel can be activated by the gym, auto parker, the descent system from the mountain and a fountain party, as well as block the full drive clutch

The most beautiful - crossovers finally became more collected and manageable. Not least, it was achieved through the use of new bodies, which received a 39 percent increase to the stiffness torsion. Seriously worked on the suspensions, on which only lazy was not complained: now their work is quieter, the stroke is more, it has become better energy intensity. Although SUV can still be called harsh, it is now hardly straining. The main thing, there is no former rash. But on the off-road is still the way ordered: the angle of entry decreased from 24 to 17.5 degrees, and real clearance It remains too modest (I measured about 16.5 cm). At the same time, the suspension on the crossing works like it would be worn, but on more or less strong drops sometimes samples occur, and the bottom can be attached more than once. Therefore, the conquest of the unknown expanses of our immense, I am not particularly carried away.

What is the result? Is there a chance from our beginners to escape into class leaders? There is no doubt, because Kia and Hyundai still remain the most advantageous market offer. And this applies not only to the ratio of the amount of vehicle weight. In terms of comfort, design and driver qualities, our couple looks no worse than modern Mazda CX-5, Nissan Qashqai and Toyota RAV4, but in something even exceed them. In the fight for leadership, undoubtedly, the newest VW Tiguan will be involved, but without declared price tags, it is too early to talk about it.

Hyundai Tucson from 1 720 900 p.

Driving With the classical ACP and Big Turbodiesel Tucson is really good! Salon Salon assembled at the proper level, but the interior of KIA is more progressive Comfort The suspension finally became more assembled, but the broken roads are still not in her taste Safety 5 stars EURO NCAP and maximum score Top Safety Pick + Price One of the most profitable offers on the market Middle score

The backs of the chairs are adjustable by the slope

The interior is kindly, but with beige trim looks more fun

Front seats are good, except for their pillows are short

Hyundai microclimate with a separate display to enjoy more convenient

In the top versions of Tucson can boast LED closest light

Kia Sportage from 1 819 900 p.

Driving Sportage slightly responsive in turns and is more prone to lying in a kolas, partly due to lower-profile tires Salon Convenience of the cabin - at the same level as in Hyundai, but the interior design is still more interesting Comfort Slightly tougher Sportage is also not very adapted for rough terrain. Safety Just like high level safety as an opponent Price Like Hyundai - one of the most profitable offers in the market. Middle score

The controversial appearance of Kia is playing at the expense of a successful interior.

In the top versions, in addition to the usual chips - Wireless charging of smartphones

Rear sites of crossovers are almost indistinguishable

Both "Koreans" are pleased with the logical grouping of the buttons

The GT-Line version besides other things, it is distinguished by another finish of the chairs.

From this view of Sportage, perhaps, even beautiful

Specifications
	Hyundai Tucson.	Kia Sportage.
Dimensions, weight
Length, mm.	4475	4480
Width, mm.	1850	1855
Height, mm.	1655	1655
Wheel base, mm	2670	2670
Clearance, mm.	182	182
Curb weight, kg	1690	1615
Full weight, kg	2250	2250
The volume of the trunk, l	488–1478	466–1455
Volume of fuel tank, l	62	62
Dynamics, economy
Maximum speed, km / h	201	201
Acceleration time 0-100 km / h, with	9,5	9,5
Fuel consumption, l / 100 km:
urban cycle	8,0	7,9
country cycle	5,6	5,3
mixed cycle	6,5	6,3
Technics
engine's type	turbodiesel, 4-cylinder	turbodiesel, 4-cylinder
Working volume, cm 3	1995	1995
Power hp at min -1	185/4000	185/4000
Torque nm at min -1	400/1750–2750	400/1750–2750
Transmission	automatic, 6-st.	automatic, 6-st.
Drive unit	full	full
Front suspension	independent, McPherson.	independent, McPherson.
Rear suspension	unclear, multi-type	unclear, multi-type
Brakes (front / rear)	disk	disk
Tire size	225 / 60R17	245/45R19
Operation costs *
Transport tax, r.	9250	9250
TO-1 / TO-2, P.	16 635 / 24 765	13 238 / 21 076
Osago, r.	10 982	10 982
Casco, r.	111 412	115 495

* Transport tax in Moscow. TO-1 / TO-2 - According to the dealer. Casco and Osago - at the rate of 1 Male driver, single, age 30 years old, driver experience 10 years.

Our verdict

Each of the crossovers once again took a step towards the title of the leader in its class. To the question "Which of them is better?" There is no definite answer: Hyundai, in our opinion, has a more discreet and harmonious image, and KIA in turn offers a conservative interior in Europe. The choice, as always, is yours.