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2019 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2019 Kia Sportage

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE and 2019 Kia Sportage 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 Hyundai SANTA FE and the 2019 Kia Sportage.

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

Pricing: A used 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $14,997 to $25,819 while a used 2019 Kia Sportage is priced between $13,492 to $22,748.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 45.7 percent of its value and the 2019 Kia Sportage loses 42.2 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Kia Sportage retains 3.4 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 Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.7 out of 10 while the Kia Sportage's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 6 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Kia Sportage being ranked 27 out of 67.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Kia Sportage the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Sportage.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2019 Kia Sportage base engine makes 181 horsepower. Both the SANTA FE and the Sportage are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 545 and 476 miles respectively. 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 head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

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

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2019 Hyundai SANTA FE
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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

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$23,750

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,350 - $26,345

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:

712

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

77,627

# Good or Great Deals:

231

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,778

Price Range:

$13,492 - $22,748

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$20,157

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$16,854 - $25,234

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

305

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

73,987

# Good or Great Deals:

114

Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Kia Sportage Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10



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%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Kia Sportage

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.2

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:

8.7%



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

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 21

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

Kia Sportage Rankings

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

1 / 7

Best Small SUVs for Teens

1 / 6

Most Affordable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

5 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

6 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

7 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Towing

7 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

8 / 20

Best Family Small SUVs

8 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

8 / 14

Best Small SUVs

9 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

10 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

10 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

10 / 19

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

11 / 67

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

11 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

11 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

13 / 30

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

14 / 59

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

14 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

18 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

27 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

31 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

33 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

35 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

36 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

43 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

44 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

46 / 67

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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Summary Review

The Kia Sportage is a compact sport utility vehicle and a mainstay of Kia’s model line, going through several generations prior to the current Sportage, which debuted in 2017. The Sportage is known for its sharp looks, feature-packed interior, and low cost of entry, with new models costing an average of $28,105 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,380.

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Pros and Cons

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

  • Only two rows for 2021

Pros and Cons

  • Smooth ride quality with a quiet interior
  • Spacious seating front and rear
  • Smart instrumentation and control layout

  • Smaller cargo capacity than many rivals
  • Acceleration can be sluggish
  • Fuel economy adequate at best

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

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

2019 Kia Sportage Trim Levels

EX, LX, SX Turbo

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 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):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 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):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

181 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

175 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.055 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):


22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

414 / 545 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):

361 / 476 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Wifi:

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

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

Available

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.1 inches

Cargo Space:

30.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

60.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

129.3 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3305 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

65.2 inches

Length:

176.4 inches

Wheelbase:

105.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.4 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:

225/60R17

Exterior Colors

Beige

Earthy Bronze

Black

Twilight Black

Blue

Stormy Sea

Gray

Machine Gray

Green

Rainforest

Orange

Lava Orange

Red

Scarlet Red

Silver

Symphony Silver

White

Quartz White

Exterior Colors

Beige

Burnished Copper

Black

Black Cherry

Blue

Pacific Blue

Gray

Steel Gray

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Red

Hyper Red

Silver

Mineral Silver / Sparkling Silver

White

Clear White

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige/Black

Black

Black / Espresso/Gray

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Black

Gray

Dark Graphite

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