Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Santa Fe
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
Overview
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,920 (best) | $34,800 |
| Lowest listing price | $4,985 (best) | $7,120 |
| Median listing price | $28,639 (best) | $39,295 |
| Highest listing price | $39,504 (best) | $50,475 |
| For sale now | 116 | 295 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 277 hp (best) |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 76.5 cu ft | 79.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,472 lbs (best) | 4,343 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in (best) | 7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 184.8 in | 190.2 in (best) |
| Width | 73.5 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 66.2 in | 67.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda CR-VLX | Hyundai Santa FeSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Honda CR-V | Hyundai Santa Fe |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $30,920 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $34,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LX $32,420 MSRP | SE $36,600 MSRP |
| 3 | EX $33,150 MSRP | SE Hybrid $36,150 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $34,650 MSRP | SE Hybrid $37,950 MSRP |
| 5 | EX-L $35,400 MSRP | SEL $37,340 MSRP |
| 6 | EX-L $36,900 MSRP | SEL $39,140 MSRP |
| 7 | Sport Hybrid $35,630 MSRP | SEL Hybrid $38,440 MSRP |
| 8 | Sport Hybrid $37,130 MSRP | SEL Hybrid $40,240 MSRP |
| 9 | Sport-L Hybrid $38,725 MSRP | XRT $41,790 MSRP |
| 10 | Sport-L Hybrid $40,225 MSRP | Limited $44,350 MSRP |
| 11 | TrailSport Hybrid $38,800 MSRP | Limited $46,150 MSRP |
| 12 | Sport Touring Hybrid $42,250 MSRP | Limited Hybrid $45,450 MSRP |
| 13 | CR-V e:FCEV SUV $50,000 MSRP | Limited Hybrid $47,250 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Calligraphy $47,350 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Calligraphy $49,150 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Calligraphy Hybrid $48,450 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Calligraphy Hybrid $50,250 MSRP |
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Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Santa Fe FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda CR-V starts lower at $30,920. Live Honda CR-V listings start at $4,985. Live Hyundai Santa Fe listings start at $7,120.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2026 Honda CR-V leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,920).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2026 Honda CR-V leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe leads on horsepower in this comparison (277).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda CR-V (5/5 NHTSA overall); Hyundai Santa Fe (5/5 NHTSA overall).