2024 GMC Yukon vs. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

Picture of the 2024 GMC Yukon

2024 GMC
Yukon

MSRP*: $58,200 to $98,755
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,200 to $48,550
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 20 MPG 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 9 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 122.9 ft3 79.6 ft3
Engine
  • 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 8,000 - 8,400 lbs 3,500 - 4,500 lbs
Exterior Length 210.0 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 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 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 GMC Yukon than the Hyundai Santa Fe. The GMC Yukon 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.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Yukon as you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 GMC Yukon will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Fe, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Handling
The GMC Yukon has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon and the Hyundai Santa Fe. With the GMC Yukon, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Santa Fe.