2018 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
In comparing the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
2018 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Pricing
A used 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $15,998 to $28,998 while a used 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is priced between $27,496 to $42,999.
2018 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited loses 10.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retains 39.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE.
2018 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 5 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being ranked 4 out of 31. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Hyundai SANTA FE is ranked 8 and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is ranked 7.
2018 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited base engine makes 285 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 470 miles. The Wrangler Unlimited is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles.This gives the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 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 shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, a compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15998 - 28998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27496 - 42999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.103605
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.070944 / 10
Reliability:
8.341888 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
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56 out of / 66Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rankings
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25 out of / 31Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
Limited Ultimate, SE, SE Ultimate
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
Moab, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S
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 / 60000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
252 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 470 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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 Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4026 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
193.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4201 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
118.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17