2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2024 Nissan ARIYA Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan ARIYA

2024 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,590 to $54,190
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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 59.7 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 214 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 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 Nissan ARIYA. 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 Nissan ARIYA.

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 Nissan ARIYA.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is about the same width as the Nissan ARIYA. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, which is slightly longer than the Nissan ARIYA.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is clearly the choice over the Nissan ARIYA for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan ARIYA.

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

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