2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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2024 Hyundai
Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,725 to $45,450
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MPG - City 33 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 71.8 ft3
Engine
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 226 hp 261 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 188.4 in 182.3 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 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
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

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 HEV is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is a little wider than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, 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 HEV, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a smaller turning radius than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will do just as well as the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little less horsepower than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV and the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV as you will in the Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid.