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Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
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Suv · Gasoline
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
Car A
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL
The Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL prioritizes efficiency and everyday usefulness, pairing a 51 km EV range with 2.6 combined consumption. Strong 265 hp performance helps in daily driving, but the very small 102 L cargo area curbs versatility.
5 seatsSuvHybrid5-star safety2.6 L/100km265 hpHybrid
Kia Sportage EX
Car B
Kia Sportage EX
The Kia Sportage EX balances value, everyday efficiency, and family usability for city and suburban routines. It prioritizes reliability and safety while offering enough pace for confident daily driving.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 62 / 63
City 53 / 48
Budget / value 67 / 66
Road trip 44 / 45
Performance 30 / 27
Cargo 16 / 16
Practical 51 / 47
Premium 29 / 25
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL · Orange = Kia Sportage EX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL Kia Sportage EX
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL

  • Efficient for its class: 2.6 combined consumption plus 51 km electric range for city commutes.
  • 265 hp and 8.0 s 0–100 km/h give confident acceleration.
  • Five seats suit small families and rideshares.
  • Good value in its segment at about 41,000 for a plug-in hybrid.

Kia Sportage EX

  • Price point aligns with good value in its segment.
  • Reliability emphasis supports low-hassle ownership.
  • Safety focus suits family duty.
  • Responsive everyday pace (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s; 180 hp, 300 Nm).

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL if…
Best fuel economy
Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid SEL uses 2.6 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Kia Sportage EX if…
Performance & capability
Kia Sportage EX is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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