2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Prime

MSRP*: $43,690 to $47,560
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 63.1 - 63.2 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 302-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 302 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.5 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 Toyota RAV4 Prime. 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 Toyota RAV4 Prime.

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 Toyota RAV4 Prime, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much wider than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, which is slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota RAV4 Prime is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.