Tucson vs. Santa Fe: Which Hyundai SUV Fits Your Needs? near Glendale, AZ

When shopping for a Hyundai SUV in Phoenix, two standout choices often rise to the top — the 2025 Hyundai Tucson and the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe. Both are versatile, stylish, and loaded with features, but each is designed to fit different lifestyles. So, which one is right for you? Let’s break it down.

Size & Space

• Hyundai Tucson:
  The Tucson is a compact SUV that’s perfect for navigating busy Phoenix streets or tight parking spots. It comfortably seats five and offers 38.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.
  
  

• Hyundai Santa Fe:
  The Santa Fe is a midsize SUV that provides more room for passengers and gear. You’ll get up to 44.1 inches of legroom in the front and up to 79.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats folded.
  

Best for:

• Tucson → Urban commuters, small families, first-time SUV buyers.
  
  

• Santa Fe → Growing families, frequent road trippers, drivers needing extra space for gear.

  
  

Performance & Power

• Hyundai Tucson:
  Comes standard with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine delivering 187 horsepower. It’s fuel-efficient, with an estimated up to 32 MPG highway, making it ideal for daily driving and long commutes.
  
  

• Hyundai Santa Fe:
  Offers more muscle with available turbocharged engines producing up to 277 horsepower. While fuel economy is slightly lower, you’ll appreciate the extra power when merging onto I-10 or hauling heavier loads.
  

Technology & Features

Both SUVs offer:

• Hyundai SmartSense safety suite (Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and more)
  
  

• Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
  
  

• Available digital instrument clusters and premium audio systems
  
  

Differences:

• Tucson → Offers a sleeker, more minimalist interior design and is slightly easier to maneuver in tight city spots.
  
  

• Santa Fe → Adds available third-row seating (depending on trim) and more high-end comfort features like ventilated rear seats.

Which SUV Is Right for You?

• Choose the Tucson if you want a budget-friendly, fuel-efficient SUV that’s perfect for Phoenix traffic and weekend getaways.
  
  

• Choose the Santa Fe if you need extra room, more power, and premium features for long trips or larger families.

Test Drive Both at Chapman Hyundai Phoenix

The best way to decide? Get behind the wheel of both! Visit Chapman Hyundai Phoenix to explore our selection of new Tucson and Santa Fe models, compare trims, and find the perfect SUV for your needs.