2025 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

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2025 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $62,000 to $84,700
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2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,300 to $48,650
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 9 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 79.6 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 277 hp
Towing Capacity 7,900 - 8,200 lbs 3,500 - 4,500 lbs
Exterior Length 226.3 in 190.2 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Chevrolet Suburban than the Hyundai Santa Fe. The Chevrolet Suburban will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Suburban will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Fe, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Suburban is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Suburban, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Handling
The Chevrolet Suburban has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Suburban is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Suburban has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Chevrolet Suburban transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Suburban and the Hyundai Santa Fe. With the Chevrolet Suburban, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Santa Fe.