A complete comparison of the Hyundai Santa Fe VS Kia Sorento — specs, prices, pros and cons, and live used listings across Kuwait.
From KWD 9,450
From KWD 11,000
| #1 Hyundai Santa Fe#1 | #2 Kia Sorento#2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price Comparison | ||
| Starting at | 9,450 KWD | 10,200 – 12,800 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 | 7.6 – 10.2 s |
| Top Speed (Km/h) | 200 km/h | 189 – 210 km/h |
| Fuel Economy (L/100 Km) | 8.5 L/100km | 5.4 – 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66.9 – 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 – 1,803 kg |
| Trunk Capacity (liters) | 1,036 L | 187 – 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 SystemAlloy RimsAUX InputBluetoothCD PlayerClimate ControlCruise ControlDVD PlayerFog LightsKeyless EntryLeather SeatsMoonroofMP3 SupportNavigation SystemPanoramic Glass RoofParking SensorsPower LocksPower MirrorsPower SeatsPower SteeringPower WindowsPush Button StartRadioRear CameraSpoilerUSB Port |
The Kia Sorento is the clear winner here, with its most efficient engine option achieving an impressive 5.4 L/100km, significantly better than the Santa Fe's 8.5 L/100km.
The Hyundai Santa Fe offers a more attractive entry point, starting at 9,450 KWD, making it the better choice for those looking for strong features without breaking the bank.
For varied driving conditions, the Kia Sorento stands out with its available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) option, providing better traction and control compared to the Santa Fe's Front-Wheel Drive only.
The Hyundai Santa Fe delivers consistent, strong performance across its lineup with a standard 3.5L V6 engine producing 280 hp, offering reliable power without needing to opt for higher trims.
200,000 km · Kuwait City
KWD 900
