Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Land Rover Discovery Sport
When comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE to the Land Rover Discovery Sport, 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 overall quality score. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE versus the Land Rover Discovery Sport, the Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Hyundai SANTA FE versus Land Rover Discovery Sport Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $29,999 to $45,039 while a used 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport is priced between $48,050 to $58,110. For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE's price is between $31,821 and $45,794, with the Land Rover Discovery Sport priced between $48,803 and $58,854.
Hyundai SANTA FE versus Land Rover Discovery Sport Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Land Rover Discovery Sport's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 4 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs and the Land Rover Discovery Sport being ranked 14 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Land Rover Discovery Sport base engine makes 246 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Discovery Sport is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 407 miles. The SANTA FE uses regular unleaded, and the Discovery Sport uses premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,821 - $45,794
Used Asking Price:
$29,999 - $45,039
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$48,803 - $58,854
Used Asking Price:
$48,050 - $58,110
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
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10 out of / 31Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
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22 out of / 25SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
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27 out of / 31Ranking
28 out of / 61Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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58 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs
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9 out of / 29Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
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12 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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24 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
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27 out of / 67Ranking
33 out of / 67Summary 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.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- New engines for 2021 including a hybrid
- Cutting-edge infotainment
- Excellent safety ratings
- Only two rows for 2021
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL, XRT
Trim Levels
P250 S, P250 S R-Dynamic, P250 SE, P250 SE R-Dynamic
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 1400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 407 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
23.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4035 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
68 inches
Length:
181 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
