2023 Hyundai
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 21 - 25 MPG | 53 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 28 MPG | 45 - 54 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 277 hp | 139 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 174.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 71.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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.
Comfort
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Niro.
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 Kia Niro.
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 Kia Niro, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Niro.
Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Kia Niro, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Niro.
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Niro.