2023 Buick Envision vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV | NewCars.com

2023 Buick Envision vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Review

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2023 Buick
Envision

MSRP*: $33,400 to $47,460
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2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 31 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 52.7 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 226 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 74.1 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Buick Envision, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Buick Envision.

Convenience
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Buick Envision, 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). Whether you pick the Buick Envision or the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Buick Envision is about the same width as the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV. The Buick Envision is slightly shorter than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Buick Envision and the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Buick Envision and the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV. The Buick Envision has significantly less cargo capacity than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.