2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2024 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,200 to $48,550
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2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 46.2 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 3,494 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Lexus RX 350. 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 Lexus RX 350.

Convenience
The Lexus RX 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Lexus RX 350, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a little narrower than the Lexus RX 350, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Santa Fe takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus RX 350.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus RX 350, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 350 for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Lexus RX 350 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus RX 350, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Hyundai Santa Fe, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.