2023 Hyundai Kona EV vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Kona EV

2023 Hyundai
Kona EV

MSRP*: $33,550 to $41,550
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Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.8 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 261 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 165.6 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.5 in
Rear 33.4 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.0 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid than in the Hyundai Kona EV, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Kona EV.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Kona EV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Kona EV is much slimmer than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Kona EV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Hyundai Kona EV has a smaller turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Kona EV has a lot less horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Kona EV transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Kona EV and the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid. The Hyundai Kona EV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.