Both cars are similar in size. Kia Sportage is 3 cm longer than the Hyundai ix35, 4 cm wider, while the height of Kia Sportage is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
564 litres
591 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1353 litres
1436 litres
Hyundai ix35 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Kia Sportage uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai ix35 (by 83 litres).
Turning diameter:
10.6 meters
10.6 meters
Gross weight:
no data
2`140 kg
Safety:
The Kia Sportage scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Hyundai ix35 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Kia Sportage, so Hyundai ix35 quality could be a bit better.
