Honda Pilot vs. Hyundai SANTA FE XL
In comparing the Honda Pilot's and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL's specifications and ratings, the Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. 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 and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Pilot's and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL's specifications and ratings, the Honda Pilot is a better car than the Hyundai SANTA FE XL.
Honda Pilot vs. Hyundai SANTA FE XL Pricing
A used 2019 Honda Pilot ranges from $23,675 to $35,928 while a used 2019 Hyundai SANTA FE XL is priced between $18,766 to $31,468.
Honda Pilot vs. Hyundai SANTA FE XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Pilot loses 44.4 percent of its value and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL loses 48.2 percent of its value. This means the Honda Pilot retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SANTA FE XL.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Pilot’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Pilot is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 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 Honda Pilot the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai SANTA FE XL. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Honda Pilot has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Hyundai SANTA FE XL has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Pilot and the Hyundai SANTA FE XL have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23675 - 35928
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443568
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18766 - 31468
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481947
Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.820432 / 10
Reliability:
9.061297 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Pilot Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
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50 out of / 66Hyundai SANTA FE XL Rankings
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48 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Pilot Trim Levels
Elite, EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi w/RES, LX, Touring, Touring w/Rear Captain's Chairs
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:
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 527 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
169.4 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:
4036 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
196.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 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:
inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18