2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 33 - 36 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 226 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 188.4 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.