2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,800 to $49,650
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90

2025 Mazda
CX-90

MSRP*: $37,845 to $56,450
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 6 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 74.2 - 75.2 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 280 - 340 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 39.2 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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 Mazda CX-90. 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 Mazda CX-90.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-90, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-90.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-90, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-90.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-90 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 Mazda CX-90.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

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 Mazda CX-90. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-90.