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2023 Hyundai
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2022 Kia
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| MPG - City | 21 - 25 MPG | Info not available |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 28 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.1 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 277 hp | 139 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs | Info not available |
| Exterior Length | 188.4 in | 171.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 71.1 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.1 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe than in the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
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 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Dimensions
Since the Hyundai Santa Fe is much wider than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Hyundai Santa Fe, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe greatly out-muscles the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Hyundai Santa Fe doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
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 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.
With the Hyundai Santa Fe, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.