2019 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2019 Honda CR-V

Hyundai Tucson vs. Honda CR-V

The 2019 Hyundai Tucson and the Honda CR-V are both popular SUVs thanks to their zippy yet dependable performance and affordable price tag. They are both stylish SUVs that offer a host of features to give you more bang for your bank. So, which do you choose? 

Here’s a closer look at how the 2019 Hyundai Tucson compares with the 2019 Honda CR-V:

Power, Performance, and Fuel Economy

Everyone from soccer moms to young professionals drive SUVs, so the choice is not always about the power these traditionally rugged vehicles offer. However, with more power and improved performance, an SUV offers a more competent and agile ride that will meet the needs of all buyers.

The 2019 Hyundai Tucson comes standard with a 1.6-liter turbo four-cylinder engine, which puts out 175 horsepower and 195lb-ft of torque. It has a bit less horsepower than the CR-V, but it has more torque, which results in more powerful handling. The 2019 Honda CR-V comes with a 1.5-liter turbo engine that puts out 190 horsepower and 179lb-ft of torque.

With the more powerful performance, you’ll pay a little in terms of fuel economy. The Tucson gets an estimated 24 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway, while the CR-V gets an estimated 27 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.

Comparing the two is about more than looking at the hard specs. You need to take a test drive to see how the Tucson handles and to experience the better performance for yourself.

     

Interior Capacity

Another reason that people frequently choose an SUV is that if offers more room than a typical sedan or coupe. You can put a pile of kids in the back and still have room for their backpacks and the groceries. You can use it to take family road trips and have enough room for luggage – either in the back or on the roof.

Both SUVs seat five people, but the 2019 Hyundai Tucson has more passenger volume – 133.2 cubic feet compared to the CR-V’s 105.9 cubic feet. The Tucson has slightly less cargo space – 31 cubic feet compared to the CR-V’s 39.2 cubic feet. However, the exchange is not equal to its leads in passenger volume, so the Tucson comes out ahead in overall interior capacity.

Comfort and Convenience

You’ll get plenty of features with both the 2019 Hyundai Tucson and the 2019 Honda CR-V.

The Tucson comes standard with features like a five-inch infotainment touchscreen, a six-speaker sound system, Bluetooth connectivity, and room seats with stain-resistant upholstery. Many more features are available with upgrades, including more advanced audio technology, heated and cooled front seats, and a larger touchscreen.

The Honda CR-V comes standard with features like a sunroof, leather interior, and an infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity. You’ll get a few extra features in the CR-V, but you’ll also pay more money for it.

Which is Right for You?

The best to know whether the 2019 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2019 Honda CR-V is right for you is to do your research and then follow up with a test drive. You’ll get a chance to see how the vehicle performs and how the features enhance your drive.

Once you do, we’re confident that you’ll see that the 2019 Hyundai Tucson outperforms the CR-V in all the ways that are most important.