2023 Hyundai Kona EV vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe 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

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $28,750 to $44,300
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 45.8 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 191 - 277 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 3,500 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 41.7 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 than in the Hyundai Kona EV, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Santa Fe 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). The Hyundai Kona EV is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Kona EV is much slimmer than the Hyundai Santa Fe, 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.

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

Performance
The Hyundai Kona EV has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Kona EV has much lower torque than the Hyundai Santa Fe, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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. The Hyundai Kona EV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe.