How does the new Sorento stack up against the Santa Fe?

2014 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe

Being that they are “cousins,” we often get asked from people what the difference is between the Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe. And now that the Sorento has arrived for the 2014 model year – people want a comparison of 2014 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe. There are some major differences between the vehicles, so anyone shopping in this segment should be aware of them.

First off, if you are looking for the model that handles the best between the two, you are definitely going to want to go for the Sorento. This vehicle has a wheelbase that is four inches shorter than the Santa Fe – and overall it is nine inches shorter in length. And being that it is also 200 pounds lighter than the Santa Fe, the 2014 Kia Sorento is able to provide the performance many consumers are looking for.

Both the 2014 Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe feature a new 3.3-liter six-cylinder engine. But, that 290 horsepower goes a lot further on the smaller and more agile Sorento. Of course, for those wanting to save the most gas, the Sorento does come with a four-cylinder engine as well. The Sorento with the 2.4-liter engine is capable of getting 26 MPG highway fuel economy.

The 2014 Kia Sorento also features an increase in chassis rigidity, which also improves the ride. Kia engineers went to great lengths to give this vehicle an improved ride feel – and it has worked in a big way.

We don’t argue that both vehicles have their place in the market. But when it comes to the overall package, the competition of 2014 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe has to go to the Sorento. Of course, this is our opinion. But you can find out for yourself by test driving a Sorento in Kenosha right here at Palmen Kia!

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