2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2024 Nissan ARIYA Review

Picture of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

2023 Hyundai
Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $42,410 to $47,670
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2024 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,590 to $54,190
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.1 ft3 59.7 ft3
Engine
  • 261-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 261 hp 214 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 188.4 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 44.1 in
Rear 39.5 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.0 in
Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid than in the Nissan ARIYA. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Nissan ARIYA.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan ARIYA.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is about the same width as the Nissan ARIYA. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Nissan ARIYA.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Nissan ARIYA, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Nissan ARIYA for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan ARIYA.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has much lower torque than the Nissan ARIYA, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid and the Nissan ARIYA. The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan ARIYA.