2025 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Yukon XL

2025 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $70,200 to $104,800
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,800 to $49,650
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 35 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 19 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 79.6 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 231 hp
Towing Capacity 7,800 - 8,200 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 225.2 in 190.2 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 in
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 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 GMC Yukon XL offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, with comparable head- and legroom. The GMC Yukon XL will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Convenience
With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the GMC Yukon XL, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). The GMC Yukon XL will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

Handling
The GMC Yukon XL has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Yukon XL is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Yukon XL greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Yukon XL does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

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