2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2025 Jeep Wrangler Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,300 to $48,650
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2025 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $32,095 to $99,995
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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 than in the Jeep Wrangler. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Wrangler.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will with the Jeep Wrangler, 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 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Jeep Wrangler.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a little wider than the Jeep Wrangler, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Santa Fe takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Jeep Wrangler.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a smaller turning radius than the Jeep Wrangler, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Jeep Wrangler for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Jeep Wrangler.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Wrangler.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers greater seating capacity than the Jeep Wrangler, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Jeep Wrangler.