Comparison - Kia Sportage SX Turbo 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line 2021

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Kia Sportage SX Turbo 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Kia KX5

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

35,150

Updated:

08 Feb 2019

32,730

Updated:

25 Feb 2021

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

7-speed dual-clutch

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

16.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Pacific Blue

#4F5866

Steel Gray

#ADB0B3

Hyper Red

#9E212B

Burnished Copper

#965F3C

Black Cherry

#020202

Snow White Pearl

#FEFFFF

Sparkling Silver

#A5A6A8

Color:

Pure White

#F6F6F6

Deep Black Pearl

#25211E

Dolphin Grey Metallic

#808080

Nightshade Blue Metallic

#2B7E99

Reflex Silver Metallic

#D9D9D9

Oryx White Mother-of-Pearl

#F7F7F7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2020 Kia Sportage ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Kia Sportage has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Comfortable ride
Composed handling
Intuitive infotainment system
Roomy cabin with handsome materials

Cons
Below-average fuel economy estimates
Less cargo room than rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2021 Kia Sportage hits with value and looks even if its performance and fuel economy slightly miss.

Pros
Good looks
Value at lower ends
Good safety equipment and results
Great warranty

Cons
Poor fuel economy
Adequate performance
Outward vision isn’t great
Not as spacious as some

By:

thecarconnection.com

S Sunroof and Premium packages are no longer available.Nightfall Edition and Nightfall Edition Premium packages take their place.

Pros
Smooth ride
Spacious front and rear seating
Attractive dashboard layout with appealing features
Quiet interior at highway speeds

Cons
Lower fuel economy than some top rivals
Relatively modest cargo capacity

By:

edmunds.com

For 2020, Kia tweaks the Sportage's already bold styling and adds more standard and optional features. While the exterior revisions aren't transformative, they give the Sportage a fresher and more assertive look than the previous year. Along with a new S trim level and different wheel designs, the interior receives some new content. Upgraded leatherette seats and wireless charging are now optional. Likewise, every cabin features an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability as well as an updated steering wheel and air-vent surrounds. The Sportage also adds more driver assists that include automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology, driver-attention warning, pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping assist.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan's #8 ranking is based on its score within the Compact SUVs category. Currently the Volkswagen Tiguan has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 25 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Comfortable ride
Generous cargo space

CONS
Engine feels underpowered at times
Less engaging handling compared to some rivals
Below-average fuel economy ratings

By:

usnews.com

In advance of a more thorough update for the 2022 model year, VW makes a few changes to the Tiguan for 2021. The base S and mid-range SE models receive new 17-inch wheel designs and the latter of the two receives standard adaptive cruise control. Likewise, the top-spec SEL Premium R-Line model gains a power-adjustable front passenger's seat.

PROS
Agile driving behavior,
optional third row of seats,
fuel-efficient powertrain.

CONS
Poky acceleration,
firm ride,
dowdy interior design.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover is spacious and comfortable, and also the league-leader in modesty.

PROS
Big interior
Smooth ride
Automatic emergency braking standard
Big cargo area
Straight shooter

CONS
…and a little boring
Not very fuel-efficient
Small third row
New one on the way

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

1.50L

Torque:

260ft-lbs

at 1 450rpm

184ft-lbs

at 1 500rpm

Horsepower:

237hp

at 6 000rpm

147hp

at 5 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

37.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

176.40in

177.50in

Width:

73.00in

73.10in

Height:

65.20in

65.90in

Ground Clearance:

6.80in

7.90in

Front Track:

63.30in

62.40in

Rear Track:

63.80in

61.90in

Wheel Base:

105.10in

105.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.60

41.20

Rear Head Room:

37.90

39.80

Front Leg Room:

41.50in

Rear leg room:

38.20in

Front Hip Room:

54.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.10in

59.10in

Rear Hip Room:

51.20in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.10in

59.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

60.10cu.ft

61.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

2000lbs

1653lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

30.70cu.ft

34.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

28.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

24.60degrees

Curb Weight:

3765.00lbs

3397.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Hands-free entry

Heated rear window

Power adjustable, folding and heated door mirrors with surround lighting, front passenger exterior mirror lowering function

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

8 -way power passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Leather

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Heated front seats

Backrest release for left front seat

Lumbar support in front seats

Front seats with height adjustment

Top comfort seats in front

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Reclining rear seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

longitudinally movable and folding with load-through hatch and centre armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Shock absorption in front

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

Rear shock absorption

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Sports suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Air Care Climatronic 3 zone automatic climate control with enhanced air filter and controls in the rear

Automatically-heated washer nozzles in front

Remote unlocking for rear seat backrest

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

8 Total Speakers

320 Watts Stereo Output

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

8 speakers

2 USB-C ports in the front, 1 USB-C charging socket on the centre console in the rear

App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

SD card slot

12V socket in centre console

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear height adjustable headrests

Turn signal mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

LED Headlamp

Pre-Collision Safety System

Anti theft alarm system with interior monitoring, backup horn and towing protection

Anti theft wheel bolts

Rigid safety cell with front and rear crumple zones

Front passenger airbag deactivation

Height adjustable front 3 point seatbelts + pretensioners

Active pedestrian safety system

Hill hold control

Options

Packages:

SX Turbo Beige Interior Color Package

Exterior Options:

Mud Guards

Cross Bars

Rear Bumper Applique

Paint Protection Package

Wheel Locks

Tow Hitch

Interior Options:

Cargo Tray

Interior Light Kit

Dual USB Charger

Cargo Mat

Cargo Net

Cargo Cover

Carpet Floor Mats

Illuminated Door Scuff Plates

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#000000

Beige, leather

#BB9272

Gray, leather

#9B9B9B

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Comparison - Kia Sportage SX Turbo 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line 2021

General

Also called:

Kia KX5

Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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