2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 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 Volkswagen ID.4

2025 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,995 to $57,295
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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 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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 ID.4. 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 ID.4.

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 ID.4.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen ID.4.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen ID.4 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 Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Volkswagen ID.4, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen ID.4.