2019 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2020 Subaru Outback

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe $25,750MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2020 Subaru Outback $26,645MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe $25,750MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2020 Subaru Outback $26,645MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

Overview
MSRP $25,750	MSRP $26,645
Listings 161	Listings 162
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews	User Reviews
Expert reviews 8.2 out of 10	Expert reviews 7.7 out of 10
	Pros Standard all-wheel drive Excellent value for money Spacious Cons Sluggish touchscreen response Underwhelming base engine
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews Summary Technically, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed as a midsize SUV, but this is a stretch. Now entering its fourth generation, the Santa Fe fits somewhere between a compact SUV like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, or Nissan Rogue and a midsize like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, or Nissan Pathfinder. This vehicle actually replaces the 2-row Santa Fe Sport. The previous Santa Fe was a 3-row version, and it is still available, largely unchanged, but now named the Santa Fe XL. It will most likely be phased out of production, as Hyundai has a true 3-row midsize called the Palisade arriving this summer for the 2020 model year. But back to the car at hand: The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is a true quality crossover. While it's technically large enough to compete against midsize SUVs, it shines as a great value when cross-shopped against other compact crossovers.
2020 Subaru Outback Reviews Summary Subaru kept the wagon vibes rolling while the rest of the world fell in love with SUVs and crossovers. And, although the 2020 Outback is technically a midsize crossover, one look will have you remembering summer drives in an overstuffed station wagon down a busy highway, whether you actually took those trips or not. And that’s not a bad thing. The Outback has always provided utility, performance, and looks, and those things have made it Subaru’s top-selling model. With the updates for this sixth generation, I wouldn’t be surprised to see America falling in love with the station wagon again.

Popular Features & Specs
Engine 2.4L 185 hp I4	Engine 2.5L 182 hp H4
Drive Train FWD	Drive Train AWD
Seating Capacity 5	Seating Capacity 5
Horsepower 185 hp @ 6000 rpm	Horsepower 182 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG City 22	MPG City 26
MPG Highway 29	MPG Highway 33
Engine
Engine Name 2.4L 185 hp I4	Engine Name 2.5L 182 hp H4
Torque 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	Torque 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Horsepower 185 hp @ 6000 rpm	Horsepower 182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Drivetrain FWD	Drivetrain AWD
Fuel Economy
MPG City 22	MPG City 26
MPG Highway 29	MPG Highway 33
Interior
Seating Capacity 5	Seating Capacity 5
Safety
Front Crash Overall 4	Front Crash Overall 5
Side Crash Overall 5	Side Crash Overall 5
Dimensions & Capacity
Cargo Space 35.9 cu ft	Cargo Space 32.5 cu ft
Curb Weight 3803 lbs	Curb Weight 3634 lbs
Height 66.1 in	Height 66.1 in
Length 187.8 in	Length 191.3 in
Width 74.4 in	Width 82.0 in
Wheelbase 108.9 in	Wheelbase 108.1 in
Maximum Payload 926 lbs	Maximum Payload 1071 lbs
Number of doors 4	Number of doors 4
Maximum Towing Capacity 2000 lbs	Maximum Towing Capacity 2700 lbs

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

$25,750MSRP

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2020 Subaru Outback

$26,645MSRP

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	2019 Hyundai Santa Fe $25,750MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now	2020 Subaru Outback $26,645MSRP Overview Overview Overview Shop Now

Overview
MSRP	$25,750	$26,645
Listings	161 Shop all listings	162 Shop all listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews	4.8	5.0
Expert reviews	8.2 out of 10 Read full review	7.7 out of 10 Read full review
Pros & cons		Pros Standard all-wheel drive Excellent value for money Spacious Cons Sluggish touchscreen response Underwhelming base engine
Summary	Technically, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed as a midsize SUV, but this is a stretch. Now entering its fourth generation, the Santa Fe fits somewhere between a compact SUV like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, or Nissan Rogue and a midsize like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, or Nissan Pathfinder. This vehicle actually replaces the 2-row Santa Fe Sport. The previous Santa Fe was a 3-row version, and it is still available, largely unchanged, but now named the Santa Fe XL. It will most likely be phased out of production, as Hyundai has a true 3-row midsize called the Palisade arriving this summer for the 2020 model year. But back to the car at hand: The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is a true quality crossover. While it's technically large enough to compete against midsize SUVs, it shines as a great value when cross-shopped against other compact crossovers.	Subaru kept the wagon vibes rolling while the rest of the world fell in love with SUVs and crossovers. And, although the 2020 Outback is technically a midsize crossover, one look will have you remembering summer drives in an overstuffed station wagon down a busy highway, whether you actually took those trips or not. And that’s not a bad thing. The Outback has always provided utility, performance, and looks, and those things have made it Subaru’s top-selling model. With the updates for this sixth generation, I wouldn’t be surprised to see America falling in love with the station wagon again.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine	2.4L 185 hp I4	2.5L 182 hp H4
Drive Train	FWD	AWD
Seating Capacity	5	5
Horsepower	185 hp @ 6000 rpm	182 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG City	22	26
MPG Highway	29	33
Engine
Engine Name	2.4L 185 hp I4	2.5L 182 hp H4
Torque	178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm	178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Horsepower	185 hp @ 6000 rpm	182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Fuel Economy
MPG City	22	26
MPG Highway	29	33
Interior
Seating Capacity	5	5
Safety
Front Crash Overall	4	5
Side Crash Overall	5	5
Dimensions & Capacity
Cargo Space	35.9 cu ft	32.5 cu ft
Curb Weight	3803 lbs	3634 lbs
Height	66.1 in	66.1 in
Length	187.8 in	191.3 in
Width	74.4 in	82.0 in
Wheelbase	108.9 in	108.1 in
Maximum Payload	926 lbs	1071 lbs
Number of doors	4	4
Maximum Towing Capacity	2000 lbs	2700 lbs

Look and feel

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

8/10

2020 Subaru Outback

8/10

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is rated 8 out of 10 by CarGurus experts. The Santa Fe boasts a daring, bold, futuristic exterior design, setting it apart from its conservative predecessors. The interior is modern, practical, and filled with clever storage solutions. The trims range from SE to Ultimate, offering a variety of features and options. On the other hand, the 2020 Subaru Outback also receives an 8 out of 10 rating. It features a rather handsome profile and comes with a wealth of utility, safety, and performance. The Outback debuts with an innovative 11.6-inch touchscreen for most trims, and it offers a range of trim levels, including the Onyx Edition XT, Limited XT, and Touring XT, which employ a turbocharged engine.

Performance

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

7/10

2020 Subaru Outback

7/10

Both the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe and the 2020 Subaru Outback receive a 7 out of 10 rating for performance from CarGurus experts. The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe offers two engine options, with the turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder engine providing strong acceleration. It also exhibits real composure in its driving dynamics and offers a drive mode selector with Sport, Comfort, and Smart settings. The most fuel-efficient Santa Fe returns 22 mpg city, 29 highway, 25 combined. The 2020 Subaru Outback comes with a standard 2.5-liter engine and an optional 2.4-liter turbocharged engine for higher trims. The turbo-equipped Outback provides zippy performance, and both engines are mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Outback's symmetrical all-wheel drive system and 8.7 inches of ground clearance make it capable on and off the road.

Form and function

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

8/10

2020 Subaru Outback

8/10

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe receives an 8 out of 10 rating for form and function. It offers 71 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded and comes with a hands-free power liftgate. The Santa Fe is rife with clever storage solutions, including multiple compartments in the rear, bins in the front and rear doors, and deep center console bins. The 2020 Subaru Outback also receives an 8 out of 10 rating for form and function. It offers 32.5 cubic feet of trunk space, expandable to 75.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. The Outback provides substantial passenger and cargo space, and its design prioritizes visibility, with great sight lines in nearly every direction.

Technology

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

9/10

2020 Subaru Outback

6/10

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is rated 9 out of 10 for technology by CarGurus experts. It features a logical layout and easy-to-use touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Ultimate trim offers a head-up display and a wireless charging pad. In contrast, the 2020 Subaru Outback receives a 6 out of 10 rating for technology. It comes with a tablet-style, 11.6-inch touchscreen, but the system experiences lag in various functions, including navigation and radio station changes. The camera resolution also feels outdated.

Safety

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

9/10

2020 Subaru Outback

8/10

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is rated 9 out of 10 for safety by CarGurus experts. It comes standard with a full suite of driver-assistance features, including forward-collision avoidance, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. The Safe Exit Assist System is a new standard feature that enhances safety. The 2020 Subaru Outback receives an 8 out of 10 rating for safety. It comes with a standard safety suite, including AWD, but the DriverFocus system experiences issues with false alerts, impacting its effectiveness.

CarGurus highlights

Based on the ratings provided by CarGurus experts, the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe emerges as the more favorable choice with an overall rating of 8.2 out of 10, compared to the 2020 Subaru Outback's score of 7.7 out of 10.

Choose the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe if:

You prioritize a futuristic exterior design and modern, practical interior.
You seek strong performance, a range of trims, and competitive pricing.
You value advanced safety features and a high-tech infotainment system.

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