A complete comparison of the Hyundai Santa Fe VS Kia Sorento — specs, prices, pros and cons, and live used listings across Kuwait.
From KWD 9,750
From KWD 9,000
| #1 Hyundai Santa Fe#1 | #2 Kia Sorento#2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Comparison | ||
| Starting at | 9,750 KWD | 8,000 – 12,700 KWD |
| Engine & Power | ||
| Engine | 3,500 cc · 6 cyl | 1,600 – 3,342 cc · 4 – 6 cyl |
| Horsepower (bhp) | 280 hp | 170 – 290 hp |
| Torque (Nm) | 363 Nm | 225 – 421 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100 Km/h (sec) | 7.8 s | 6 – 10.2 s |
| Top Speed (Km/h) | 200 km/h | 189 – 210 km/h |
| Fuel Economy (L/100 Km) | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 – 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 – 70 L |
| Gears | 8 | 6 – 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive / Front Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Battery Size | — | 1 kWh |
| Measurements | ||
| L×W×H | 4.8 m × 1.9 m × 1.7 m | 4.8 / 4.8 / 4.8 m × 1.9 / 1.9 m × 1.7 / 1.7 / 1.7 m |
| Wheelbase (meters) | 2.8 m | 2.8 / 2.8 / 2.8 m |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1,628 kg | 1,760 – 1,885 kg |
| Trunk Capacity (liters) | 1,036 L | 320 – 1,050 L |
| Overview | ||
| Body Style | SUV Crossover | SUV Crossover |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 6 / 7 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 4 / 5 doors |
| Features | ||
| Key features | ABS Anti-Lock Brake SystemAlloy RimsAUX InputBluetoothClimate ControlCruise ControlFog LightsKeyless EntryMP3 SupportParking SensorsPower LocksPower MirrorsPower SeatsPower SteeringPower WindowsPush Button StartRadioSecurity SystemSpoilerUSB Port | ABS Anti-Lock Brake SystemAirbagsAlloy RimsAUX InputBluetoothCD PlayerClimate ControlCruise ControlDVD PlayerElectric SunroofFog LightsKeyless EntryLeather SeatsMoonroofMP3 SupportNavigation SystemOff-Road KitPanoramic Glass RoofParking SensorsPower LocksPower MirrorsPower SeatsPower SteeringPower WindowsPush Button StartRadioRear CameraSpoilerUSB Port |
With a starting price of 8,000 KWD, the Kia Sorento offers a more affordable entry point into the SUV segment compared to the Hyundai Santa Fe's 9,750 KWD.
The Kia Sorento's available All-Wheel Drive system provides better traction and control, making it more suitable for diverse Kuwaiti driving conditions than the Hyundai Santa Fe's Front Wheel Drive.
Opting for the Kia Sorento's 1.6L engine variant can achieve an impressive 6.4 L/100km, significantly better than the Hyundai Santa Fe's 8.5 L/100km.
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a robust 280 hp 3.5L engine as standard, coupled with a generous 1,036 L trunk capacity, making it excellent for families needing consistent performance and cargo room.
200,000 km · Kuwait City
KWD 900
