2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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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 Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 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 39.5 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
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, with comparable head- and legroom. 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid 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.