Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Sorento
Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Sorento
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a highly-rated mid-size SUV with an attractive design and a price that's equally attractive. First and second rows are spacious and it provides an exceptional amount of room for cargo. The Kia Sorento is a corporate cousin of the Santa Fe and both ride on the same platform. In addition, both SUVs give you a warranty that's better than you can find with most comparable vehicles.
While these two mid-size SUVs have a lot of strengths, it's significant that the Santa Fe significantly outsells the Kia Sorento. Here's a comparison of these two family-friendly vehicles and why the Santa Fe is more popular and worth a test drive at First Hyundai in North Attleboro, MA.
A comparison of performance
When it comes to base engines, the Hyundai Santa Fe comes out ahead. Every Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a turbocharged engine that generates 277 horsepower, which is why the experts at U.S. News & World Report said the Santa Fe has a stronger engine.
A comparison of performance
IThe Sorento's base engine gives you only 191 horsepower and in order to get slightly more power you have to pay extra to buy a higher trim level. Both SUVs are equipped with an eight-speed automatic but the Santa Fe gives you better handling. In fact, many automotive reviewers said the Hyundai Santa Fe provides a more refined ride compared to the Sorento's rougher feel.
A comparison of interior space
It's important that the interior of your vehicle provides you with enough passenger space and plenty of room for cargo. The Hyundai Santa Fe pulls into the lead in each of those categories. Both SUVs give Seekonk buyers three rows of seating with room for a family of seven but the Santa Fe gives you more headroom in the back rows. It also provides more cargo space in all models. With every seat in use, the Santa Fe gives you 14.6 cubic feet compared to only 12.6 cubic feet in the Sorento.
A comparison of interior space
If you fold the third row down, the Santa Fe's cargo space increases to 40.5 cubic feet while the Sorento has only 38.5 cubic feet. With both back rows folded, the Santa Fe provides Milford families with 79.6 cubic feet which is substantially more than the Sorento with only 75.5 cubic feet. The Santa Fe also gives you more convenience with a standard hands-free power liftgate, a feature you have to pay extra for with the Sorento.
A comparison of reliability and warranty coverage
When you're making a major investment in a family vehicle, it's essential that you don't have to worry about mechanical breakdowns. The experts at J.D. Power have calculated Quality and Reliability scores that give the Santa Fe an edge over the Kia Sorento. While both vehicles have exceptional powertrain warranties, the Hyundai Santa Fe gives you additional coverage that offers a real advantage.
A comparison of reliability and warranty coverage
The Santa Fe provides Mansfield drivers with 24-hour roadside assistance with unlimited mileage while the Kia Sorento imposes mileage limitations. What's more, Hyundai's anti-perforation warranty lasts seven years which is two years longer than Kia's five-year coverage.
We can help you find the right new Hyundai Santa Fe
We invite you to take a good look at our new inventory to find the Hyundai Santa Fe that's the best fit for your family. One of the specialists in our finance center can help you get a new car loan with the best available interest rate. After the sale, you can bring your Hyundai Santa Fe to our service center to get the regular oil changes and other maintenance it needs to keep running reliably. Follow the simple directions to our dealership and test drive a new Hyundai Santa Fe at First Hyundai in North Attleboro, MA.
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