2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Lexus UX 250h Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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Picture of the 2024 Lexus UX 250h

2024 Lexus
UX 250h

MSRP*: $35,540 to $44,370
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MPG - City 33 - 36 MPG 41 - 43 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG 38 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 181-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 226 hp 181 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 188.4 in 177.0 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.1 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 35.0 - 37.3 in
Rear 36.3 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 Lexus UX 250h. 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 Lexus UX 250h.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus UX 250h.

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 Lexus UX 250h, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much wider than the Lexus UX 250h, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. 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 Lexus UX 250h.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a larger turning radius than the Lexus UX 250h, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little more horsepower than the Lexus UX 250h.

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 Lexus UX 250h.