Jeep Liberty vs. Hyundai SANTA FE
When comparing the Jeep Liberty's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Liberty's and the Hyundai SANTA FE's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Jeep Liberty vs. Hyundai SANTA FE Pricing
A used 2012 Jeep Liberty ranges from $5,994 to $14,993 while a used 2012 Hyundai SANTA FE is priced between $5,996 to $14,998.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Liberty’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Hyundai SANTA FE base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Liberty is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Liberty. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,994 - $14,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,996 - $14,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50%
Jeep Liberty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Liberty Rankings
Not yet available
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 55Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 16Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 55Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
12 out of / 55Ranking
14 out of / 55Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 55Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 55Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 55Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 53Ranking
29 out of / 62Ranking
50 out of / 55Ranking
57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Liberty Trim Levels
Arctic, Jet Edition, Latitude, Limited, Sport
Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
GLS, Limited, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
169 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
26.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
34.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
78.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4076 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3725 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
