2025 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2024 Subaru Ascent Review

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2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,200 to $48,550
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2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 277 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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 Subaru Ascent. 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 Subaru Ascent.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Hyundai Santa Fe as you will with the Subaru Ascent, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Ascent.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a little narrower than the Subaru Ascent, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Hyundai Santa Fe is slightly shorter than the Subaru Ascent, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
With the Subaru Ascent, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Hyundai Santa Fe. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Hyundai Santa Fe transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Ascent.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Subaru Ascent. The Hyundai Santa Fe has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Ascent.