2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2025 Kia Sportage Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,300 to $48,650
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2025 Kia
Sportage

MSRP*: $27,390 to $38,290
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 23 - 25 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 27 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-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 187 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 1,653 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Kia Sportage. 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 Kia Sportage.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Sportage, 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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a little wider than the Kia Sportage, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. 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 Kia Sportage.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.

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 Kia Sportage.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage.