2024 Audi Q3 vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Review

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2024 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 226 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 176.6 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 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 HEV than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q3.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Audi Q3, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi Q3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q3 is much slimmer than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Handling
The Audi Q3 has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q3 has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi Q3 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q3 and the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV. The Audi Q3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.