GMC Acadia vs. Hyundai SANTA FE XL
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the GMC Acadia and Hyundai SANTA FE XL 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 GMC Acadia and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL.
In comparing the GMC Acadia's and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL's specifications and ratings, the GMC Acadia has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Hyundai SANTA FE XL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Acadia's and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE XL is a better car than the GMC Acadia.
Pricing: A used 2019 GMC Acadia ranges from $17,990 to $30,470 while a used 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE XL is priced between $17,352 to $28,822.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Acadia loses 50.2 percent of its value and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL loses 45 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai SANTA FE XL retains 5.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Acadia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the GMC Acadia’s base engine makes 193 horsepower, and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The SANTA FE XL is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 470 miles. This gives the GMC Acadia the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai SANTA FE XL. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Hyundai SANTA FE XL has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The GMC Acadia, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The GMC Acadia and Hyundai SANTA FE XL are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai SANTA FE XL has higher safety ratings than the GMC Acadia, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.88 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,000
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:
$30,950
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:
$23,875
Price Range:
$17,990 - $30,470
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$24,868
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$16,878 - $34,673
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
677
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
84,962
# Good or Great Deals:
242
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,706
Price Range:
$17,352 - $28,822
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$24,868
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$16,878 - $34,673
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
68
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,323
# Good or Great Deals:
33
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Acadia
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.1
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:
26.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SANTA FE XL
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1 - 33.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1 - 33.1
GMC Acadia Rankings
Ranking
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62 out of / 67Hyundai SANTA FE XL Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 39Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
15 out of / 39Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
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21 out of / 32Ranking
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34 out of / 67Ranking
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50 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
Hyundai SANTA FE XL Trim Levels
Limited Ultimate, SE
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):
4.88 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):
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:
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
188 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
252 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 470 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
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
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
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
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:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3879 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4026 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.9 inches
Length:
193.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Silver
Circuit Silver
White
Monaco White
Black
Becketts Black / Night Sky Pearl
Blue
Storm Blue
Brown
Java Espresso
Gray
Iron Frost
Red
Regal Red Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Beige
Gray
Gray
