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Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Jeep Cherokee

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE and Jeep Cherokee 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 Hyundai SANTA FE and the Jeep Cherokee.

When comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, 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, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Jeep Cherokee's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the Jeep Cherokee.

Pricing: A used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $20,258 to $34,712 while a used 2023 Jeep Cherokee is priced between $20,926 to $34,774. For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE's price is between $32,465 and $45,805, with the Jeep Cherokee priced between $33,191 and $45,185.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SANTA FE loses 48.3 percent of its value and the Jeep Cherokee loses 50.3 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai SANTA FE retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Cherokee.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.1 out of 10 while the Jeep Cherokee's quality rating is 7.4 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 13 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Jeep Cherokee being ranked 35 out of 67.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 7.7 out of 10. For the Jeep Cherokee the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Cherokee.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Jeep Cherokee base engine makes 180 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 458 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Cherokee. 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 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 Hyundai SANTA FE has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Cherokee, with an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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Hyundai SANTA FE
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

32465 - 45805

Starting MSRP:

28750

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)

36046

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

28750 - 41535

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

33191 - 45185

Starting MSRP:

37695

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

27723

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

23610 - 37695

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

25408

Price Range:

20258 - 34712

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)

34361

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

24907 - 50072

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

2523

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

43386

# Good or Great Deals:

876

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

24899

Price Range:

20926 - 34774

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

26187

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

21318 - 30705

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

446

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

50229

# Good or Great Deals:

148

Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.7 / 10

Jeep Cherokee Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.4 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SANTA FE

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.8

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)

9.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)

6.7 - 14.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.145

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Cherokee

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

8.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

9.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

7.6 - 13.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.087



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.5181425282432266

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

4.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)

1.1 - 27.9

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.4631234937934832

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.3 - 17.9

Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

1 / 3

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $35k

1 / 3

Best Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 7

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $35k

2 / 7

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

3 / 67

Most Affordable Midsize SUVs

3 / 28

Best Midsize SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs Under $35k

3 / 5

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

4 / 67

Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

4 / 30

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 30

Most Comfortable Midsize SUVs

5 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs for the Money

5 / 28

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

7 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

7 / 34

Best Gas Mileage Midsize SUVs

7 / 32

Best Midsize SUVs

8 / 32

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 34

Most Reliable Midsize SUVs

9 / 32

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

10 / 34

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

11 / 67

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

11 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

11 / 34

Best Off-road Midsize SUVs

12 / 32

Best Crossover SUVs

13 / 67

Best Midsize SUVs for Tall People

13 / 32

Safest Midsize SUVs

13 / 32

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

14 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

14 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

14 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 34

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

14 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 32

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

18 / 34

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

20 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

21 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

22 / 56

Best Midsize SUVs for Towing

24 / 32

Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

24 / 32

Safest Crossover SUVs

25 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

26 / 34

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

27 / 34

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

29 / 34

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

33 / 56

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

41 / 67

Jeep Cherokee Rankings

Best Small SUVs for Towing

1 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

1 / 19

Best Small SUVs Under $40k

1 / 1

Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $40k

1 / 1

Best Off-road Small SUVs

3 / 19

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

5 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $40k

8 / 17

Best Crossover SUVs Under $40k

9 / 17

Most Reliable Small SUVs

13 / 19

Best Small SUVs

14 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

15 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

16 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

16 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

16 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

17 / 19

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

22 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

24 / 67

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

30 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

35 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

50 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

51 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

54 / 67

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

56 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

56 / 67

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 Jeep Cherokee has come a long way since its introduction in 1974. The current generation, introduced in 2014, was given an exterior update in 2019, along with some added engine options. The Cherokee is best known for its fuel economy, off-road capability, and family friendly design. New models cost an average of $32,172 and 3-year-old models average $22,989.

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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

  • Suspension capable for both on-road and off-road use
  • Excellent infotainment touchscreen and user interface
  • Smart interior design and comfort

  • Base engines feel underpowered
  • Wind and road noise at highway speeds
  • Cargo capacity is limited compared to rivals

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels

Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL, XRT

Jeep Cherokee Trim Levels

Altitude Lux, Trailhawk

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:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.69 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):

4 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:

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

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

171 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm

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

0.046 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 / AWD

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


25 / 28 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

443 / 496 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X4

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


21 / 29 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

332 / 458 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

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

Available

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

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

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

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Air Suspension:

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:

Standard

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

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

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.1 inches

Cargo Space:

25.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

54.7 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

128 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3875 lbs

Width:

73.2 inches

Height:

66.2 inches

Length:

183.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.6 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Black Noir Pearl / Twilight Black

Blue

Stormy Sea

Gray

Hampton Gray Metallic / Portofino Gray Metallic

Red

Calypso Red Pearl

Silver

Shimmering Silver / Shimmering Silver Metallic / Stellar Silver

White

Quartz White / Serenity White Pearl

Exterior Colors

Black

Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat

Blue

Hydro Blue Pearl Coat

Gray

Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Sting-Gray Clear Coat

Red

Not available

Silver

Not available

White

Bright White Clear Coat

Interior Colors

Beige

Beige

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Black

Gray

Not available

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