With so many different types of SUVs these days, each offering their own set of benefits, compact SUVs continue to be a top choice for drivers in Cerritos, Buena Park, and Long Beach, California.
That’s because they offer the space you need with easy handling and efficient performance. Two models that lead the way in this segment are the 2020 Honda CR-V and 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe.
To help you figure out which one is the better option for you, our Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Cerritos took a closer look at the Honda CR-V vs. Hyundai Santa Fe in this comparison.
With both SUVs’ similar turning diameters, you’ll have nimble handling to navigate any of the busy or narrow streets around town. They each offer available AWD systems as well for more stability when driving.
The Honda CR-V offers more agility with quick acceleration as its 1.5L 4-cylinder engine with turbocharger releases 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. The Santa Fe lags behind a little with its 2.4L 4-cylinder engine producing 185 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque.
As far as gas mileage, the Santa Fe does a decent job getting 22 city/29 highway MPG. It’s no match for the 2020 Honda CR-V, though, which gets an EPA-estimated 28 city/34 highway MPG in all four 2WD trims.1
You can save even more on gas, especially when just driving around the streets of town with the available hybrid powertrain in the 2020 CR-V. When powered by the hybrid engine, the four trim levels of the Honda CR-V get an EPA-estimated 40 city/35 highway MPG.2 The 2020 Santa Fe doesn’t offer a hybrid engine, so it isn’t able to reach the same level of fuel efficiency as the CR-V.
With either SUV, you’ll have a good amount of space for yourself and four other passengers. Where you’ll notice the real difference in cabin space is when you’re loading cargo into each of these vehicles.
If you’re heading out shopping with a friend or going to the beach with the family, you can load up your bags or pack all the gear you need to take—with 39.2 cubic feet of cargo volume in the back of the Honda CR-V. When you need to take even larger supplies with you, fold down the rear seats and use up to 75.8 cubic feet of interior volume for your cargo.
The 2020 Santa Fe doesn’t offer as much space in the back of its cabin with only 35.9 cubic feet of cargo volume. It does give you the versatility to use more of the rear space for cargo like the CR-V, but only a maximum of 71.3 cubic feet.
With its powerful and efficient engine options as well as a large amount of cargo space, the 2020 Honda CR-V is a great SUV for cruising around Cerritos, Buena Park, and Long Beach, CA, as you head to all your favorite spots!
All that’s left to do is decide on the trim level you want, which our team can help you figure out when you stop by our dealership. Visit Norm Reeves Honda Superstore Cerritos today to get a closer look at the 2020 Honda CR-V.
128 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 27 city/32 highway/29 combined mpg rating for AWD trims. Based on 2020 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
240 city/35 highway/38 combined mpg rating. Based on 2020 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition and other factors.
