2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Its Competition

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe first drive
Aaron Cole Aaron Cole Managing Editor

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe competes with other mid-size, family crossovers that are popular with shoppers.

Like the Santa Fe, the Ford Edge has a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that’s compelling, but the Santa Fe’s airy interior wins our favor.

The Nissan Murano has an out-there style that’s aging fairly well, but can get pricey in top trims.

The Volkswagen Tiguan is the class leader in restraint, although its conservative interior is smart and packaged well.

The Subaru Outback may have a pokey base engine, but its interior room and wagon versatility is always in style.

Like the Santa Fe, the Sorento will get a diesel powertrain that could tempt three-row shoppers looking for fuel efficiency and an occasional third row for passengers.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe first drive2019 Hyundai Santa Fe
2019 Ford Edge2019 Ford Edge
Get Your Price		2019 Kia Sorento2019 Kia Sorento
Get Your Price		2019 Nissan Murano2019 Nissan Murano
Get Your Price		2019 Subaru Outback2019 Subaru Outback
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan2019 Volkswagen Tiguan
Quick Specs
6.7
The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is a convincing crossover SUV with room for families and cargo.
6.7
The 2019 Ford Edge doubles down on safety technology, and on uprated handling with a new ST model.
6.2
The 2019 Kia Sorento is a right-sized, well-priced three-row crossover SUV for those who can skimp a little on third-row space.
6.2
The 2019 Nissan Murano delivers traditional comfort wrapped up in an eye-catching shape.
6.7
The 2019 Subaru Outback makes a sensible crossover SUV alternative.
6.0
The 2019 VW Tiguan has a spacious interior and a comfortable ride, but its price climbs quickly.
MSRP From     
$25,750$29,995$26,290$31,370$26,345$24,295
Gas Mileage     
17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Regular Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded V-6Regular Unleaded H-4Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Small Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDMid-Size Station WagonSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD
Style Name     
SE 2.4L Automatic AWDSE FWDL FWDFWD S2.5i2.0T S FWD
Drivetrain     
All Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
557557
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
Automatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODCVT w/ODCVT w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2019 Ford Edge2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2019 Kia Sorento2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2019 Nissan Murano2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2019 Subaru Outback2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan