2023 Hyundai
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2024 Subaru
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| MPG - City | Info not available | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | Info not available | 25 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 196.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 76.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 39.5 in |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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.
Comfort
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Subaru Ascent.
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Ascent.
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 Plug-In Hybrid or the Subaru Ascent, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is a little narrower than the Subaru Ascent, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Subaru Ascent, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Subaru Ascent, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid and the Subaru Ascent.
Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Subaru Ascent, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid as you will in the Subaru Ascent.