2021 Buick Envision vs. 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Buick Envision and 2021 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 2021 Buick Envision and the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE.

In comparing the 2021 Buick Envision's and the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Buick Envision has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and interior volume. The 2021 Buick Envision and 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Buick Envision's and the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the 2021 Buick Envision.

Pricing: A used 2021 Buick Envision ranges from $19,491 to $30,997 while a used 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $16,995 to $28,771.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Buick Envision loses 53.3 percent of its value and the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE retains 5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Buick Envision.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Buick Envision’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 191 horsepower. Both the Envision and the SANTA FE are rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 493 and 526 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2021 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, the 2021 Buick Envision has higher safety ratings than the 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.69 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

31800

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

46345

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

31800 - 73400

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

27000

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

32108

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

27000 - 37580

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

24784

Price Range:

19491 - 30997

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

32726

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

24784 - 49306

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

393

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

67295

# Good or Great Deals:

220

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

22434

Price Range:

16995 - 28771

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

28757

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

22434 - 40434

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

489

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

72257

# Good or Great Deals:

259

Buick Envision Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.7 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Buick Envision

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

10.6

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

8.0 - 12.3

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Hyundai SANTA FE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

7.6

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.7 - 12.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.145



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.7350079238931664

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

4.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)

0.9 - 25.0

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

8.594331232590072

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

7.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.1 - 26.4

Buick Envision Rankings

Luxury Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 28

Most Affordable Luxury Small SUVs

5 / 26

Best Gas Mileage Luxury Small SUVs

8 / 28

Most Affordable Luxury Crossover SUVs

9 / 62

Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

13 / 70

Best Luxury Small SUVs for Tall People

13 / 28

Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

13 / 28

Most Comfortable Luxury Small SUVs

15 / 28

Best Gas Mileage Luxury Crossover SUVs

17 / 70

Best Luxury Small SUVs for Towing

20 / 28

Luxury Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

22 / 28

Luxury Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

25 / 28

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

28 / 70

Safest Luxury Crossover SUVs

29 / 70

Best Luxury Crossover SUVs for Tall People

34 / 70

Most Comfortable Luxury Crossover SUVs

43 / 70

Best Luxury Crossover SUVs for Towing

51 / 70

Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

52 / 70

Luxury Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

64 / 70

Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

2 / 14

Best Midsize SUVs Under $40k

2 / 13

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

2 / 8

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 66

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

3 / 26

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 31

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 29

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $40k

4 / 8

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

5 / 66

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

5 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs

5 / 31

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

5 / 29

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

6 / 33

Best Family Midsize SUVs

6 / 31

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

6 / 31

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

6 / 31

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

6 / 26

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

6 / 14

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $40k

6 / 13

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

7 / 33

Safest Midsize SUVs

8 / 31

Best Family Crossover SUVs

9 / 66

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

10 / 66

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

10 / 31

Safest Crossover SUVs

11 / 66

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 33

Best Crossover SUVs

12 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

12 / 66

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

12 / 33

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

12 / 31

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

13 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

13 / 33

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

14 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

15 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

16 / 66

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

18 / 31

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

20 / 66

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

20 / 33

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

21 / 66

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

24 / 54

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

24 / 31

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

24 / 31

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

25 / 66

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

26 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

27 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

29 / 33

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

34 / 54

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

37 / 66

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

45 / 66

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2021 Buick Envision Trim Levels

Avenir, Essence, Preferred

2021 Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels

Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 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):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.69 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

228 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

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

0.062 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

191 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

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

0.052 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


24 / 31 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

382 / 493 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

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


25 / 28 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

470 / 526 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

25.2 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

52.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

125.8 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 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Cargo Space:

36.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

72.1 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

147.9 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3692 lbs

Width:

74.1 inches

Height:

64.6 inches

Length:

182.5 inches

Wheelbase:

109.4 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3649 lbs

Width:

74.8 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

188.4 inches

Wheelbase:

108.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.2 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Ebony Twilight Metallic

Blue

Dark Moon Blue Metallic

Brown

Burnished Bronze Metallic

Gray

Satin Steel Metallic

Red

Cinnabar Metallic

White

Summit White

Silver

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Twilight Black

Blue

Stormy Sea

Brown

Not available

Gray

Hampton Gray / Portofino Gray

Red

Calypso Red

White

Quartz White

Silver

Shimmering Silver

Interior Colors

Beige

Whisper Beige w/ Ebony Accents

Black

Ebony

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

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