Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Volkswagen Atlas
In comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Volkswagen Atlas'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 and overall quality score. The Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Volkswagen Atlas's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Volkswagen Atlas Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $27,795 to $41,994 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is priced between $38,123 to $54,452. For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE's price is between $30,562 and $46,310, with the Volkswagen Atlas priced between $39,695 and $55,919.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Volkswagen Atlas Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Atlas loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen Atlas retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Volkswagen Atlas Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Atlas' quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 5 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Volkswagen Atlas being ranked 18 out of 31. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Hyundai SANTA FE is ranked 9 and the Volkswagen Atlas is ranked 36.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Volkswagen Atlas Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Atlas the reliability rating is 5.7 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE an advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Atlas.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Atlas base engine makes 269 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The Atlas is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles.This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volkswagen Atlas the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Volkswagen Atlas has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Hyundai SANTA FE and the Volkswagen Atlas 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:
30562 - 46310
Used Asking Price:
27795 - 41994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39695 - 55919
Used Asking Price:
38123 - 54452
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463635
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Atlas Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
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8 out of / 56Ranking
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10 out of / 31Ranking
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12 out of / 66Ranking
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15 out of / 56Ranking
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24 out of / 56Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
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25 out of / 49Ranking
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26 out of / 58Ranking
26 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 66Ranking
48 out of / 56Ranking
56 out of / 66Volkswagen Atlas Rankings
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24 out of / 31Ranking
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49 out of / 58Ranking
59 out of / 66Available 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
Volkswagen Atlas Trim Levels
Peak Edition SE 4Motion, Peak Edition SEL 4Motion, SE, SE 4Motion, SEL 4Motion, SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
269 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
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:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
96.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
174.6 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:
4343 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
117.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18