The Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson are both exceptional SUVs among our new inventory. Our dealership in Jefferson City, MO, strives to bring you fast and friendly service with upfront, transparent pricing. If you’re ready to cruise on US-63 towards Columbia, MO, in your ideal new Hyundai SUV, we invite you to learn more.
What are the Major Differences Between the Hyundai Santa Fe and Hyundai Tucson?
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact SUV, while the Hyundai Santa Fe is a mid-size SUV and can be equipped with an optional third row. This sizing difference means that the Hyundai Tucson versus the Hyundai Santa Fe brings drivers distinct cargo, passenger, and performance capacities along with design differences that still retain refined Hyundai qualities.
Performance
The Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, enabling a 2,000 pound towing capacity when properly equipped. Similarly, the Hyundai Santa Fe has a slightly more powerful turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The Hyundai Santa Fe can tow up to 3,500 pounds, when properly equipped, allowing you to haul your small camper or trailer out to a campground near Katy Trail State Park.
Design
With room for up to six passengers, the Hyundai Santa Fe has plenty of room to take your whole friend group to Riverside Park. The Hyundai Santa Fe also is designed with 80 total cubic feet of cargo space and 15 cubic feet behind the third row. Keep in mind that the seating rows are convertible.
The Hyundai Tucson can seat up to five passengers. It is built with 80 total cubic feet of cargo space and 41 cubic feet with the seats up, also providing plenty of cargo room.
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