I got a Sportage instead of the Tucson because I like it better. The interior IMO is way better, the suspension is slightly stiffer, etc. Most magazines that test both like the Sportage better. If you chose the Tucson I am sure you will be happy though. Here is mine.........
My mod list so far.........
H & R springs 1.4" drop
18 x 7.5" Enkei RSV 35 mm offset(Had on my Tib)
235/50-18 BF Goodrich KDW tires
Blacked out the headlights and tinted the front signals
Tinted the tail lights all red
De-badged it except for the huge KIA badges(Thinking about the Studie replacements)
KDM rear spoiler
Tiburon metal pedals
Replaced the mid pipe with a 2.5" pipe until ARK releases their Sportage/Tucson exhaust
short intake with a ram air scoop from behind the grill
My old Pioneer DVD stereo, indash monitor, Rockford amp and Polk DB 12"sub