2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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2024 Mitsubishi
Outlander PHEV

MSRP*: $40,345 to $50,345
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 64.3 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 248-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 248 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 185.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 84.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 39.8 - 40.6 in
Rear 37.4 - 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much slimmer than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is clearly the choice over the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little less horsepower than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

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 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.