2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross 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 Toyota
Corolla Cross

MSRP*: $23,860 to $29,385
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 29 - 31 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 169 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 176.1 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Toyota Corolla Cross. 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 Toyota Corolla Cross.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Toyota Corolla Cross.

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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla Cross, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much wider than the Toyota Corolla Cross, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Toyota Corolla Cross.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla Cross, 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 Toyota Corolla Cross for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV greatly out-muscles the Toyota Corolla Cross.

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

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota Corolla Cross, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.