2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 190.2 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV as you will with the Kia Sorento Hybrid, 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 HEV is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is about the same width as the Kia Sorento Hybrid. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV and the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

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

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.