2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2024 INFINITI QX50 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,200 to $48,550
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Picture of the 2024 INFINITI QX50

2024 INFINITI
QX50

MSRP*: $41,000 to $58,050
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 64.4 - 65.1 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 268 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 184.7 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 74.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.0 - 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.1 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the INFINITI QX50. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the INFINITI QX50.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will with the INFINITI QX50, 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). Clearly, the Hyundai Santa Fe is a better financial choice over the INFINITI QX50, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is about the same width as the INFINITI QX50. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe, which is slightly longer than the INFINITI QX50.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a larger turning radius than the INFINITI QX50, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a little more horsepower than the INFINITI QX50.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the INFINITI QX50.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers greater seating capacity than the INFINITI QX50, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the INFINITI QX50.