2024 Honda Passport vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Review

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2024 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $41,900 to $47,970
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Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 100.7 - 100.8 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 hp 261 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 189.1 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 40.0 in
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 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
The Honda Passport offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Passport.

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 Honda Passport is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Honda Passport takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Honda Passport has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Passport is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Honda Passport has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda Passport does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda Passport and the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid. With the Honda Passport, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid.