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2019 Honda CR-V vs. 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Honda CR-V and 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE 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 2019 Honda CR-V and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE.

When comparing the 2019 Honda CR-V's and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Honda CR-V's and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Honda CR-V is a better car than the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE.

Pricing: A used 2019 Honda CR-V ranges from $19,353 to $28,500 while a used 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $14,997 to $25,819.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Honda CR-V loses 31.1 percent of its value and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 45.7 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Honda CR-V retains 14.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda CR-V is 8.9 out of 10 while the Hyundai SANTA FE's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Honda CR-V being ranked 1 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 6 out of 67.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda CR-V is 9.0 out of 10. For the Hyundai SANTA FE the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Honda CR-V a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SANTA FE.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Honda CR-V’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 185 horsepower. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles.This gives the 2019 Honda CR-V the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Honda CR-V, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2019 Honda CR-V and 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Honda CR-V and the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,450

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,350 - $26,345

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$25,750

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,316

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$23,245 - $35,310

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$23,930

Price Range:

$19,353 - $28,500

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$20,157

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$16,854 - $25,234

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,389

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

65,125

# Good or Great Deals:

454

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$20,121

Price Range:

$14,997 - $25,819

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$24,868

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$16,878 - $34,673

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

686

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

76,449

# Good or Great Deals:

192

Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.9 / 10

Reliability:

9.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Honda CR-V

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.4

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

5.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

4.9 - 8.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

57%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.3

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

5.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.6 - 8.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

20.2%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

21

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 21

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.8

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

3.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1 - 33.1

Honda CR-V Rankings

Best Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Best Small SUVs

1 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

1 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 10

Best Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 2

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $40k

1 / 2

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

2 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $25k

2 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

2 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

3 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

3 / 30

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Family Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

5 / 7

Best Small SUVs for Teens

5 / 6

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 67

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

8 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

8 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

9 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

12 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

12 / 19

Best Family Crossover SUVs

14 / 67

Most Affordable Small SUVs

17 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

20 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

28 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

30 / 59

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

42 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

43 / 67

Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

1 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $25k

1 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

1 / 7

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

1 / 7

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

1 / 6

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

2 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 10

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $25k

2 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

2 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

2 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

2 / 6

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

2 / 6

Safest Crossover SUVs

3 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

3 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Safest Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Best Family Midsize SUVs

3 / 32

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

3 / 28

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $25k

3 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

3 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 10

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

3 / 10

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

6 / 67

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

7 / 39

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 39

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

8 / 16

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 39

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

11 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

11 / 21

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

12 / 67

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

12 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

13 / 32

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

14 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

15 / 67

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

15 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 39

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

16 / 32

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

17 / 39

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

18 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

18 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

21 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

21 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

22 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

23 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

23 / 30

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

26 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

27 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

28 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

34 / 59

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

36 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

50 / 67

Summary Review

The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover with mass appeal. It has been one of the best-selling SUVs since its introduction as a 1997 model. The current CR-V benefitted from a redesign for the 2017 model year, with new models costing an average of $31,288 and 3-year-old models averaging $25,089.

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Summary 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.

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Pros and Cons

  • Hybrid version available
  • Assertive exterior design
  • Highly functional and comfortable interior

  • Priced higher than some competitors
  • Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is not to every driver’s taste
  • Blind-spot monitoring unavailable in base models

Pros and Cons

  • New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
  • Cutting-edge infotainment
  • Excellent safety ratings

  • Only two rows for 2021

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2019 Honda CR-V Trim Levels

EX, EX-L, LX, Touring

2019 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels

Limited 2.0T, Limited 2.4L, SE 2.4L, SEL 2.4L, SEL Plus 2.4L, Ultimate 2.0T, Ultimate 2.4L

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 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):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

184 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

180 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm

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

0.056 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


26 / 32 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

364 / 448 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):


22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

414 / 545 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Cargo Space:

39.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

75.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

145.1 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Cargo Space:

35.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

71.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

146.6 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3307 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.6 inches

Wheelbase:

104.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3803 lbs

Width:

74.4 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

187.8 inches

Wheelbase:

108.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 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:

235/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Crystal Black Pearl

Blue

Obsidian Blue Pearl

Gray

Modern Steel Metallic

Red

Basque Red Pearl II

Silver

Lunar Silver Metallic

White

Platinum White Pearl

Beige

Not available

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Twilight Black

Blue

Stormy Sea

Gray

Machine Gray

Red

Scarlet Red

Silver

Symphony Silver

White

Quartz White

Beige

Earthy Bronze

Green

Rainforest

Orange

Lava Orange

Interior Colors

Beige

Ivory

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige/Black

Black

Black / Espresso/Gray

Gray

Not available

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