2023 Hyundai
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 21 - 25 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 28 MPG | 26 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 277 hp | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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 Sportage.
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 Sportage.
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 Sportage, 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 Sportage.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a little wider than the Kia Sportage, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
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 Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a smaller turning radius than the Kia Sportage, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Hyundai Santa Fe, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sportage.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sportage are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
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 Sportage.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will in the Kia Sportage.