2021 Hyundai Sante Fe vs. 2021 Kia Sorento

Here's a quick comparison of two mid-size SUVs, the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe and the 2021 Kia Sorento, the latter ushering in the next generation of Kia's best-selling SUV.

A brief history of the Santa Fe

Based on the Sonata platform, the first generation of the Hyundai Santa Fe appeared in 2000. In 2006, the 2^nd generation modernized the look of this SUV and added power with a 3.3L V6 engine. The 3^rd generation arrived in 2012 with a renewed exterior design thanks to its large grille. This model could accommodate 7 passengers. In 2018, the current generation of the Santa Fe appears with a new interior and a standard 185-hp engine.

The genealogy of the 2021 Sorento

In 2002, the first-generation Kia Sorento introduced its first two models, the entry-range model and the LX with alloy wheels, running boards and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Both models were equipped with a 192-hp V6 engine combined with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The second generation arrives in 2014 and brings considerable improvements to the design and quality of the model. Its structure is also sturdier, and its driving dynamics and stability are greatly improved. From 2017 to 2020, the third generation Sorento confirms the charisma of its models. Its numerous safety features make it one of the safest SUVs on the market.

The Sorento's 4^th Generation

The 2021 Sorento offered by Spinelli Kia dealership, located in the West Island of Montreal, not far from Laval, inaugurates the 4^th generation of the model, while the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is already in the 3^rd year of its aging 4^th generation.

Sorento vs. Santa Fe – Powertrains

Depending on the model, the 2021 Santa Fe is equipped with a 2.5L engine producing 191 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque, or a 2.5L turbo with 277 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque. The Santa Fe Essential, the base model, receives front-wheel drive while the other 2 models (Preferred and Ultimate Calligraphy) feature an all-wheel drive. All 3 models are equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Powertrain? Advantage 2021 Kia Sorento!

The LX+ and LX Premium versions of the 2021 Sorento are equipped with a 2.5L naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. This powertrain develops an output of 191 hp, 182 lb-ft of torque and provides a 2,000 lb towing capacity.

The 2021 Kia Sorento's X-Line, EX, EX+ and SX models are powered by a 2.5L Turbo 4-cylinder GDI engine, which is more powerful than the Santa Fe's, delivering 281 hp, 311 lb-ft of torque and 1,588 kg (3,500 lb) of towing capacity. This turbo is mated to an 8-speed dual clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.

While the Hyundai Santa Fe offers its turbo only on its top-of-the-line model, the 2021 Kia Sorento offers 281 horsepower on 4 of its models!

Santa Fe vs. Sorento – Safety

The new generation Kia Sorento offers an impressive number of active safety features as standard equipment, not only on its top-of-the-line model like the Hyundai Santa Fe, but on many of its 6 models. All of these systems feature the most advanced technologies. Here's a list:

• Blind-spot Collision Avoidance Assist,
• Driver attention warning,
• Advanced Forward Collision Avoidance Assist,
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist,
• 360° camera monitoring system (4 cameras),
• Lane Keep and Follow Assist,
• Hill-Assist Control,
• Electronic stability control.

Safety? Advantage 2021 Kia Sorento!

The 2021 Sorento at Spinelli Kia

If you want to know more about everything the new 2021 Sorento has to offer, we invite you to visit Spinelli Kia’s website, your Kia dealer in the West Island of Montreal. For a personalized presentation, don't hesitate to contact an adviser from our team.