2023 Hyundai
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 33 - 36 MPG | 36 - 39 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 31 MPG | 33 - 35 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 226 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 1,654 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 189.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 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
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom.
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 Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Convenience
The Kia Sorento Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, making it more convenient to drive.
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). Whether you pick the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV or the Kia Sorento Hybrid, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is about the same width as the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
When looking at overall length, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV and the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has less seating than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making the Kia Sorento Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has less cargo space than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.