Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Kia Sorento: A Three-Row SUV Comparison
A Hyundai Santa Fe lease is one of the most flexible ways to get behind the wheel of a three-row SUV without a long-term commitment. Lester Glenn Hyundai of Toms River compared the Hyundai Santa Fe to the Kia Sorento so you can see how the two stack up before you decide. Here's a closer look at power, cargo space, and capability for you in Ocean County.
Power Across Every Trim
Gas-only Hyundai Santa Fe models use a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine rated at up to 277 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The Kia Sorento reserves its most powerful 281-horsepower turbocharged engine, paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, for the X-Line variants and its EX, SX, and SX Prestige trims, while LX and S trims use a 191-horsepower engine instead. If you want strong performance without climbing to the top of the lineup, the Hyundai Santa Fe puts it within easier reach.
Cargo Space for Gear and Passengers
Cargo space also favors the new Hyundai model in key measurements, with 14.6 cubic feet behind the third row and 79.6 cubic feet behind the front seats. The Kia Sorento offers 12.6 cubic feet behind the third row and 75.5 cubic feet behind the first row, though its volume behind the second row can reach 45.0 cubic feet on certain trims. For everyday hauling with all three rows in use, the Hyundai Santa Fe gives you more room to work with.
Ground Clearance and All-Terrain Capability
If you want to go beyond pavement, the Hyundai Santa Fe XRT trim adds increased ground clearance and a higher towing rating than the other gas trims, built around HTRAC all-wheel drive for changing conditions. The Kia Sorento lineup instead reserves some of these features for its highest trims, with features like a digital rearview mirror and premium audio taking priority over off-road capability. If capability matters as much as comfort to you, the Hyundai Santa Fe XRT stands apart.
Explore Hyundai Santa Fe Lease Options in Toms River, NJ
Between broader access to power, stronger cargo space in key areas, and a dedicated capability trim, the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe holds its own against the Kia Sorento. Explore Hyundai Santa Fe lease options at our Hyundai dealership in Toms River, NJ. Our team can also go over Hyundai financing if leasing isn't the direction you choose.
Lester Glenn Hyundai
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Toms River, NJ 08753
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