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2018 Kia Sorento vs. 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Kia Sorento and 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Kia Sorento and the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport.

In comparing the 2018 Kia Sorento's and the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Kia Sorento has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 Kia Sorento and 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Kia Sorento's and the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2018 Kia Sorento ranges from $12,721 to $22,998 while a used 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport is priced between $11,990 to $20,998.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2018 Kia Sorento and the 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport makes 185 horsepower. Both the Sorento and the SANTA FE Sport are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 526 and 470 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2018 Kia Sorento has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The 2018 Kia Sorento and 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport are comparable in regards to rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: The 2018 Kia Sorento has an average safety rating of 4.49 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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2018 Kia Sorento
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$25,900

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,126

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$22,995 - $34,810

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,950

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,370

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$22,550 - $27,895

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,479

Price Range:

$12,721 - $22,998

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$22,710

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$14,757 - $32,004

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

289

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

91,538

# Good or Great Deals:

126

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$16,371

Price Range:

$11,990 - $20,998

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$18,697

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$15,309 - $27,261

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

442

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

89,646

# Good or Great Deals:

194

Kia Sorento Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.5 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Hyundai SANTA FE Sport Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Kia Sorento

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.6 - 7.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

13%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

3.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

4.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

3.8 - 7.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

8.2%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

4.5

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

2.1 - 16.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

4.4

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

4.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.9 - 13

Kia Sorento Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

1 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

1 / 28

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $25k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

3 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

3 / 6

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $25k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

4 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

4 / 10

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $25k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

4 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

4 / 7

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 34

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

5 / 16

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

7 / 21

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

12 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

15 / 39

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

16 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs

17 / 32

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

18 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

18 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 67

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

19 / 30

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

21 / 39

Safest Midsize SUVs

21 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

21 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

22 / 39

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

22 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

23 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

23 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

23 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

23 / 32

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

24 / 67

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 39

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

25 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

26 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

26 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

27 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

28 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

29 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

33 / 59

Safest Crossover SUVs

42 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

58 / 67

Hyundai SANTA FE Sport Rankings

Summary Review

Kia’s Sorento is a two- or three-row crossover SUV on sale since 2015 in its outgoing generation. It is built in West Point, Georgia. All-new for 2021, shoppers in the midsize SUV segment should give the Sorento a fresh look.

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Summary Review

The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is a compact SUV with seating for five. It was produced for the 2013 through 2018 model years. The Santa Fe Sport was discontinued after the 2018 model year. The pricing for the final year Santa Fe Sport, 2018, averages $21,359.

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Pros and Cons

  • Available in past years with two or three rows of seats
  • High safety scores

  • 2020 and older models showing their age
  • Smaller than many midsize vehicles in this segment
  • Past models had low reliability scores

Pros and Cons

  • Comfortable and roomy interior
  • Strong fuel economy
  • Affordably priced

  • Subpar navigation graphics
  • Unrefined handling
  • Stiff ride

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2018 Kia Sorento Trim Levels

EX, EX V6, L, LX, LX V6, SX Limited V6, SX V6

2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport Trim Levels

2.0T, 2.0T Ultimate, 2.4L

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.49 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.050 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

2000 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.051 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

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):


21 / 28 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

395 / 526 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

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):


21 / 27 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

365 / 470 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Internet Radio:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58 inches

Cargo Space:

38.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

73.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

185.2 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.4 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Cargo Space:

35.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

71.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

143.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3704 lbs

Width:

74.4 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

187.4 inches

Wheelbase:

109.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3624 lbs

Width:

74 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

185 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Ebony Black

Silver

Sparkling Silver / Titanium Silver

Blue

Not available

Brown

Not available

Gray

Not available

Red

Not available

White

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Twilight Black

Silver

Sparkling Silver / Symphony Silver

Blue

Marlin Blue / Nightfall Blue

Brown

Canyon Copper

Gray

Mineral Gray / Platinum Graphite

Red

Serrano Red

White

Pearl White

Interior Colors

Black

Satin Black

Beige

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Not available

Beige

Beige

Gray

Gray

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