2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,200 to $48,550
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2024 Toyota
RAV4

MSRP*: $28,675 to $38,380
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 32 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 69.7 - 69.8 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 180.9 - 181.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.0 - 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 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 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 than in the Toyota RAV4. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota RAV4.

Convenience
The Toyota RAV4 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota RAV4.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Toyota RAV4, 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, which is slightly longer than the Toyota RAV4.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the same turning radius as the Toyota RAV4, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe is clearly the choice over the Toyota RAV4 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe greatly out-muscles the Toyota RAV4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Toyota RAV4.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota RAV4, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota RAV4.