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2023 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV Review

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2023 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $34,520 to $54,200
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2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 33 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG 30 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 98.2 ft3 72.1 ft3
Engine
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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 310 hp 226 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 205.9 in 188.4 in
Exterior Width 78.6 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Head Room Front 41.4 - 42.8 in
Rear 39.0 - 40.0 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Chevrolet Traverse than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Traverse, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Traverse as you will with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, 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). The Chevrolet Traverse is somewhat more expensive than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Traverse greatly out-muscles the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.

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

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Chevrolet Traverse more than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV.