Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Sorento Hybrid
When comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid to the Kia Sorento Hybrid, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid versus the Kia Sorento Hybrid, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.
Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid versus Kia Sorento Hybrid Pricing
For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid's price is between $44,145 and $54,965, with the Kia Sorento Hybrid priced between $38,681 and $50,180.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Kia Sorento Hybrid base engine makes 227 horsepower. The SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, gasoline, and the Sorento Hybrid uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room. The Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid and Kia Sorento Hybrid are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Kia Sorento Hybrid has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,145 - $54,965
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,681 - $50,180
Used Asking Price:
$38,790 - $49,835
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 21Plug-in Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
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10 out of / 10Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
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19 out of / 21iSeeCars Rankings
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11 out of / 21Ranking
16 out of / 21Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
17 out of / 21Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
Limited, SEL Convenience
Trim Levels
EX, SX Prestige
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 2100 rpm
Torque:
224 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
39 / 35 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
690 / 620 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
39.5 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:
144.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
121.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4387 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3979 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
