2025 Hyundai
|
2024 Toyota
|
|
| MPG - City | 35 - 36 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 - 35 MPG | 34 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 79.6 ft3 | 84.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
|
|
| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 231 hp | 243 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 190.2 in | 194.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 76.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in |
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is a little narrower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is slightly shorter than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV for pulling heavy loads.
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has less cargo space than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.