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2020 Hyundai SANTA FE vs. 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE and 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 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 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

In comparing the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE's and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Pricing: A used 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $17,633 to $27,884 while a used 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is priced between $23,752 to $36,210.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 45.7 percent of its value and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid loses 30.4 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid retains 15.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.7 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 3 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Hybrid Small SUVs.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the reliability rating is 6.2 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE an advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid base engine makes 219 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. This gives the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2020 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 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE and the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2020 Hyundai SANTA FE
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$26,275

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

$30,923

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$23,675 - $36,120

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$28,350

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$30,760

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$27,850 - $36,295

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$22,493

Price Range:

$17,633 - $27,884

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

$27,718

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

$18,600 - $37,369

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

920

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

57,529

# Good or Great Deals:

297

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$30,096

Price Range:

$23,752 - $36,210

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$26,620

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$23,325 - $30,096

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

287

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

67,914

# Good or Great Deals:

75

Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

6.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Hyundai SANTA FE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.3

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.5

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.6 - 9.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

20.2%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.4

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

7.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

6 - 8.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

7.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.3

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1 - 31.3

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

6.8

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

6.8

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

1.2 - 14.5

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

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

2 / 32

Best Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

2 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

2 / 5

Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

2 / 4

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

3 / 11

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $30k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $60k

3 / 5

Safest Hybrid SUVs

4 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

4 / 30

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 26

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

5 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

5 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

6 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

6 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

7 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

8 / 32

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

9 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

10 / 12

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

11 / 12

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

12 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

13 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

15 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

16 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

17 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

18 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

19 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

20 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

22 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

24 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

25 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

26 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

26 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

29 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

29 / 32

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 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 Hybrid was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models costing between $28,650-$37,180 and 3-year-old models averaging $27,181.

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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

  • Reputation for durability
  • Gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models available
  • Rugged SUV-like capability with the TRD Pro Off-Road trim

  • Lackluster driving experience
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto late to arrive
  • Cumbersome touchscreen controls

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

2020 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels

Limited, Limited 2.0T, SE, SEL, SEL 2.0T

2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, Limited, XLE, XSE

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:

2 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:

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

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:

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

178 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.052 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

219 hp @ 5300 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

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

0.059 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:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

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


41 / 38 / 40

Range (city/hwy):

595 / 551 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

Roadside assistance:

Available

Roof Rack:

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

Wifi:

N/A

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

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

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:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Wifi:

Standard

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

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:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.4 inches

Cargo Space:

37.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

69.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

136.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3591 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:

3710 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 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:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Beige

Earthy Bronze

Black

Twilight Black

Blue

Stormy Sea

Gray

Machine Gray / Portofino Gray / Rainforest

Orange

Lava Orange

Red

Calypso Red / Scarlet Red

Silver

Shimmering Silver / Symphony Silver

White

Quartz White

Exterior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blue Flame

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Orange

Not available

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Silver Sky Metallic

White

Super White

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige/Black

Black

Black / Espresso/Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Nutmeg

Black

Black

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