2025 Genesis GV80 vs. 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Review

Picture of the 2025 Genesis GV80

2025 Genesis
GV80

MSRP*: $58,200 to $79,800
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Picture of the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe

2026 Hyundai
Santa Fe

MSRP*: $34,800 to $49,150
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MPG - City 16 - 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 22 - 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 79.6 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 277-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 277 hp
Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs 3,500 - 4,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.5 in 190.2 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 44.4 in
Rear 42.3 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 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 than in the Genesis GV80, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai Santa Fe will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Genesis GV80.

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 Genesis GV80 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Fe, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis GV80 is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Fe, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Genesis GV80, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Handling
The Genesis GV80 has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Genesis GV80 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Fe for pulling heavy loads. The Genesis GV80 has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Santa Fe.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Genesis GV80 and the Hyundai Santa Fe are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Genesis GV80 has less seating than the Hyundai Santa Fe, making the Hyundai Santa Fe the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.