2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV | NewCars.com

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2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2022 Kia Niro EV Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $36,210 to $41,870
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2022 Kia
Niro EV

MSRP*: $39,090 to $44,650
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MPG - City 33 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 30 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 226-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 226 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 188.4 in 172.2 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 71.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 40.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.0 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 40.1 in
Rear 37.7 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 HEV than in the Kia Niro EV. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Niro EV.

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 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV or the Kia Niro EV, it's going to cost you about the same.

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

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

Performance
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro EV.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Kia Niro EV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV and the Kia Niro EV. With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Niro EV.