2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric 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 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric

2024 Volvo
C40 Recharge Pure Electric

MSRP*: $53,600 to $60,550
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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 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 49.0 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 248-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 402-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 248 - 402 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,970 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 36.7 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 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. 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 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

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). Clearly, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is a better financial choice over the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is about the same width as the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric. 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 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric 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 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

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 Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.