Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai SANTA FE
When comparing the Honda Ridgeline's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the Honda Ridgeline has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Honda Ridgeline's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai SANTA FE Pricing
A used 2023 Honda Ridgeline ranges from $37,491 to $46,996 while a used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $27,795 to $41,994. For a new model, the Honda Ridgeline's price is between $40,136 and $48,057, with the Hyundai SANTA FE priced between $30,562 and $46,310.
Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai SANTA FE Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Honda Ridgeline loses 23.6 percent of its value and the Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value. This means the Honda Ridgeline retains 26.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai SANTA FE Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda Ridgeline is 9.2 out of 10 while the Hyundai SANTA FE's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Honda Ridgeline being ranked 1 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 5 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
Honda Ridgeline vs. Hyundai SANTA FE Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda Ridgeline is 9.2 out of 10. For the Hyundai SANTA FE the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Honda Ridgeline a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Ridgeline’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 191 horsepower. The Ridgeline is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Honda Ridgeline. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Honda Ridgeline, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Honda Ridgeline and the Hyundai SANTA FE have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
40136 - 48057
Used Asking Price:
37491 - 46996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.236081
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30562 - 46310
Used Asking Price:
27795 - 41994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Honda Ridgeline Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.215109 / 10
Reliability:
9.245327 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Ridgeline Rankings
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56 out of / 66Summary Review
The Honda Ridgeline differs from all of its peers in this segment by being a unit-body vehicle, meaning it is not built upon a traditional truck ladder frame. That is either the best feature or worst feature of this truck, depending upon which view you hold and what you intend to do with it. The Ridgeline is only offered in a crew cab configuration.
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.
Pros and Cons
- Best-in-class on-road ride quality and performance due to advanced chassis design
- Best-in-class safety
- 2nd Highest reliability score in the class
- Great in-vehicle storage features
- Not an “off-road” truck in comparison to its peers’ off-road trims
- Least workmanlike design
- No extended cab configuration
Pros and Cons
- New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
- Cutting-edge infotainment
- Excellent safety ratings
- Only two rows for 2021
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
64 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Ridgeline Trim Levels
Black Edition, RTL, RTL-E, Sport
Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL, XRT
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1583 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
351 / 468 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):
443 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Cargo Space:
7.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 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:
4436 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
125.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
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 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18