2012 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
When comparing the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2012 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is a better car than the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE.
2012 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Pricing
A used 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $5,995 to $14,997 while a used 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $5,477 to $14,297.
2012 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value and the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE.
2012 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Equinox's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 8 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Chevrolet Equinox being ranked 18 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Hyundai SANTA FE is ranked 9 and the Chevrolet Equinox is ranked 17.
2012 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Equinox the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Equinox.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox base engine makes 182 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. The Equinox is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 602 miles. This gives the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE and the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
5995 - 14997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5477 - 14297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476162
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.259381 / 10
Reliability:
7.878144 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
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51 out of / 66Summary Review
Hyundai’s Santa Fe has evolved rapidly over its generations into one of the most satisfying to drive midsize crossover SUVs on the market. There are many versions of the Santa Fe, some with two rows and some with three, depending upon the model year and trim.
Summary Review
The Chevrolet equinox is a compact five-person SUV with a comfortable interior and a smooth ride. The current Equinox was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $28,912 and 3-year-old models averaging $21,742.
Pros and Cons
- New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
- Cutting-edge infotainment
- Excellent safety ratings
- Only two rows for 2021
Pros and Cons
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Comfortable and spacious interior
- High predicted reliability
- Mediocre interior quality
- Only one powertrain
- Low on cargo space
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2012 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
GLS, Limited, SE
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 602 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
34.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
31.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
131.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3725 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3777 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R17