Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid vs. Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid and Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid 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 Plug-In Hybrid and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid.
When we compare the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid's and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid and Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid's and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid.
Pricing: A used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $25,786 to $42,864 while a used 2023 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is priced between $34,275 to $51,834. For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid's price is between $44,120 and $51,964, with the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid priced between $51,368 and $55,241.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid loses 50.7 percent of its value and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid loses 53 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid makes 261 horsepower. The SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 427 miles. The Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles. This gives the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid. Both models use electricity, 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 cargo space. The Kia Sorento Plug-In 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 Plug-In Hybrid are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
44120 - 51964
Starting MSRP:
42410
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
44667
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
34620 - 59865
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
51368 - 55241
Starting MSRP:
49990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
44667
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
34620 - 59865
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
32243
Price Range:
25786 - 42864
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
36702
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
31424 - 43772
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
149
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
37079
# Good or Great Deals:
44
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
40990
Price Range:
34275 - 51834
Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
36702
Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
31424 - 43772
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
93
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
41492
# Good or Great Deals:
51
Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.608600790698114
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 25.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.422745362858409
Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 25.7
Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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34 out of / 41Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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35 out of / 41Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Hyundai SANTA FE Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, SEL Convenience
Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 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):
33 / 32 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
439 / 427 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
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):
35 / 33 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
466 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
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:
N/A
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:
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:
40.3 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:
4502 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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Noir Pearl / Twilight Black
Blue
Lagoon Blue
Gray
Magnetic Force / Portofino Gray
Silver
Shimmering Silver / Stellar Silver
White
Serenity White Pearl
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Aurora Black
Blue
Gravity Blue
Gray
Platinum Graphite / Steel Gray
Silver
Silky Silver
White
Snow White Pearl
Red
Runway Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Blue
Navy
Gray
Gray
